Don't Get Around Much Anymore
Sammy Davis Jr. Lyrics


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Missed the Saturday dance
Heard they crowded the floor
Couldn't bear it without you
Don't get around much anymore

Though I'd visit the club
Got as far as the door
They'd have asked me about you
Don't get around much anymore

Darling, I guess my mind's more at ease
But nevertheless why stir up memories?

Been invited on dates
Might have gone but what for?





Awf'lly diff'rent without you
Don't get around much anymore

Overall Meaning

The song Don't Get Around Much Anymore by Sammy Davis Jr is a classic ballad that is a commentary on a person's decision to refrain from participating in enjoyable social activities due to the absence of a significant other. The lyrics speak about missing the Saturday dance and not being able to bear it without the person he loves. The singer mentions that he had originally planned to visit the club but changed his mind because he knew that everyone would ask about his missing partner. The second verse touches on the singer's decision to stay home instead of going out on dates. He acknowledges that without his significant other, his experiences wouldn't be the same, and thus, he doesn't see the point in making the effort to go out.


Overall, the song speaks to the difficulties of moving on after a breakup, and the struggle to find enjoyment in life without one's significant other. The lyrics suggest that even a simple activity such as going out to a club can be challenging without someone special to share the experience with. The song's message is one of longing and sadness, but it also highlights the power of human connection and the impact that another person can have on our lives.


Line by Line Meaning

Missed the Saturday dance
I did not attend the Saturday dance.


Heard they crowded the floor
I was told that the dance was crowded.


Couldn't bear it without you
I did not want to attend without you because I cannot stand being there alone.


Don't get around much anymore
I do not go out as often as I used to.


Though I'd visit the club
I had plans to visit the club.


Got as far as the door
I only made it to the entrance of the club.


They'd have asked me about you
I knew people would ask me about you if I went in.


Don't get around much anymore
I do not go out as often as I used to.


Darling, I guess my mind's more at ease
My mind is more relaxed and at peace.


But nevertheless why stir up memories?
Even though I feel at ease, I do not want to reminisce.


Been invited on dates
I have received invitations to go out.


Might have gone but what for?
I considered going out, but I do not see the point.


Awf'lly diff'rent without you
It is completely different without you there.


Don't get around much anymore
I do not go out as often as I used to.




Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, BMG Rights Management, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Duke Ellington, Bob Russell

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Comments from YouTube:

@michaelholmes5034

A thousand or more. Probably millions have performed this Melody. At any given time.
Sammy Davis Junior bought & paid for it. This is proof to me. His Reciept. Class & Debonaire. With grace. Ain't dead. Only napping. Till we meet again.
Ladies?

@1232supeMAN

love this dude rip sammy

@leesmith3346

The Guv'nor.

@cyncopashn

Terrific!! thanks--

@k4623586

One or a kind

@brianb7686

By far the hardest working and most all-around talented member of the Rat Pack, hands down.

@lennymolotov3137

actually perhaps the most talented member of the human race.

@vinylrules4838

Who is the trumpet soloist?

@SelectCircle

I'm thinking it's Sy Oliver - but not sure.

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