Reuben Bloom (April 24, 1902, New York City – March 30, 1976, New York City… Read Full Bio ↴Reuben Bloom (April 24, 1902, New York City – March 30, 1976, New York City) was a Jewish American composer of popular songs.

Rube Bloom was a multi-faceted entertainer, and in addition to being a songwriter, was a pianist, arranger, band leader, recording artist, and writer (he wrote several books on piano method). During his career, he worked with many well-known performers, including Bix Beiderbecke, Ruth Etting, and Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey. He collaborated with a wide number of lyricists, including Johnny Mercer, Ted Koehler, and Mitchell Parish.

During the 20s he wrote many novelty piano solos which are still well regarded today. He recorded for the Aeolian Company's Duo-Art reproducing piano system various titles including his "Spring Fever". His first hit came in 1927 with "Soliloquy"; his last was "Here's to My Lady" in 1952, which he wrote with Johnny Mercer. Bloom formed and led a number of bands during his career, such as Rube Bloom and His Bayou Boys (which was used on 3 sessions in 1930; totally 6 of the hottest recordings made in the first days of the depression, an all-star studio group containing Benny Goodman, Adrian Rollini, Tommy Dorsey and Manny Klein). At other times, he played with other bands; an example of this side of his career can be found in his work with Bix Beiderbecke and Frankie Trumbauer in the Sioux City Six.

His song "I Can't Face the Music" was recorded by Ella Fitzgerald on her 1962 Verve release Rhythm is My Business, in a fabulous swing/big band version with Bill Doggett.
According to some sources, his first name was pronounced like 'Ruby' by his friends.

Day In
Rube Bloom Lyrics

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Day in, day out
The same old hoodoo follows me about
The same old pounding in my heart whenever I think of you
And, darling, I think of you
Day in and day out

Day out, day in
I needn't tell you how my days begin

When I awake, I awaken with a tingle
One possibility in view
That possibility of maybe seeing you

Come rain, come shine
I meet you and to me the day is fine
Then I kiss your lips
And the pounding becomes
The ocean's roar
A thousand drums
Can't you see it's love
Can there be any doubt

When there it is
Day in, day out

Overall Meaning

The song "Day In, Day Out" by Rube Bloom is a classic love song that speaks about the feeling of being with someone special. The song has two parts, the first being "Day in, day out, the same old hoodoo follows me about." Here, the singer talks about being consumed by the thought of their loved one, constantly thinking about them day in and day out. The phrase "hoodoo" is a term that is often used to describe a spell or curse, in this context, the singer expresses how being separated from their loved one feels like a curse on their life. They can't shake off the feeling of longing and love that they have for their lover.

The second part of the song talks about how the singer's day begins with a tingle, knowing that they might see their loved one. They describe the feeling of meeting their loved one and how the whole day becomes fine just by being in their presence. The song ends with a passionate kiss where the pounding in their heart becomes the ocean's roar, emphasizing the intensity of their love.

Overall, the lyrics of "Day In, Day Out" express the feeling of being in love, longing for someone, and finding happiness in their company. The song is a beautiful expression of pure, passionate love that stands the test of time.

Line by Line Meaning

Day in, day out
Every day, without fail

The same old hoodoo follows me about
I'm plagued by the same thoughts and feelings

The same old pounding in my heart whenever I think of you
My heart races when I think of you

And, darling, I think of you
I can't help but think of you

Day in and day out
Every day and night

Day out, day in
In reverse order or sequenced differently

I needn't tell you how my days begin
It's obvious how my day starts

When I awake, I awaken with a tingle
I feel a sense of excitement upon waking up

One possibility in view
One possibility dominates my thoughts

That possibility of maybe seeing you
The possibility of seeing you is what excites me

Come rain, come shine
Regardless of the weather