I Got Rhythm
Ruthie Henshall Lyrics


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Days can be sunny,
With never a sigh;
Don′t need what money can buy.
Birds in the tree sing
Their dayful of song,
Why shouldn't we sing along?
I′m chipper all the day,
Happy with my lot.
How do I get that way?
Look at what I've got:
I got rhythm
I got music
I got my man/girl
Who could ask for anything more?
I got daisies
In green pastures,
I got my man/girl
Who could ask for anything more?
Ol'Man Trouble,
I don′t mind him.
You won′t find him
'Round my door.
I got starlight,
I got sweet dreams,
I got my man/girl,




Who could ask for anything more?
Who could ask for anything more?

Overall Meaning

Ruthie Henshall's song, "I Got Rhythm," is an upbeat and optimistic tune that encourages listeners to find joy in the simple things in life. The song celebrates the beauty of nature and the happiness found in love, all while shrugging off the troubles and worries of the world. The first few lines of the song introduce this idea, as Henshall sings about how days can be good, and how money isn't needed to enjoy them. The second verse amplifies this sentiment, with the image of birds singing and the suggestion that we should join in with them.


The chorus of the song, which repeats twice, is where the title comes in. Henshall sings about her "rhythm" and her "music," both of which are metaphorical stand-ins for the things in life that give her happiness and joy. She then mentions her partner as another source of this happiness, indicating that a strong relationship can also be an important factor in feeling fulfilled. The final verse of the song ties the whole concept together, with Henshall expressing her contentment with her lot in life despite the potential for trouble and difficulty, again using imagery from nature to convey a sense of peace and happiness.


Overall, "I Got Rhythm" is a song that emphasizes the importance of maintaining a positive outlook on life, even when things are tough. The song encourages listeners to celebrate the little things and find beauty in the world around them, all while appreciating the love and relationships that make life worthwhile.


Line by Line Meaning

Days can be sunny,
Life can be great,


With never a sigh;
Without any complaints;


Don′t need what money can buy.
I don't need material things;


Birds in the tree sing
Birds are singing happily


Their dayful of song,
They enjoy their day and sing about it;


Why shouldn't we sing along?
We should sing along with them;


I′m chipper all the day,
I'm happy all day;


Happy with my lot.
I'm content with what I have;


How do I get that way?
How did I become so happy?


Look at what I've got:
I have everything I need;


I got rhythm
I have a good sense of rhythm;


I got music
I have music in my life;


I got my man/girl
I have my significant other;


Who could ask for anything more?
What else could I possibly need?


I got daisies
I have beautiful flowers in my life;


In green pastures,
In beautiful and peaceful surroundings;


I got my man/girl
I have my significant other;


Who could ask for anything more?
What else could I possibly need?


Ol'Man Trouble,
Troubles in life


I don′t mind him.
I don't let them bother me;


You won′t find him
Troubles won't come near;


'Round my door.
I'm protected from them;


I got starlight,
I have beautiful and bright light;


I got sweet dreams,
I have wonderful dreams;


I got my man/girl,
I have my significant other;


Who could ask for anything more?
What else could I possibly need?


Who could ask for anything more?
What else could I possibly need?




Writer(s): Ira Gershwin, George Gershwin

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Comments from YouTube:

@joseluizengelke5128

Ruthie!
The Best ONE Singer All time!
AMAZING!
And very Beautiful!

@helio665

The greatest Fantine ever !

@RuthieHenshallFan

I havent seen any but will keep my eye out for some x

@RuthieHenshallFan

Itunes... its available on amazon too... just off the crazy for you original london cast CD x

@jemb2000

Thanks for posting this - I've only heard the Ruthie Henshall Album version without the dance parts. I wonder if there's any video footage from the production?

@georgiebradley6

oooohh I absolutely love this!! where did you get the mp3 from??

@KateMiles44

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