Ain't Misbehavin'
Stan Whitmire Lyrics
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All by myself
No one to walk with
But I'm happy on the shelf
Ain't misbehavin'
I'm savin' my love for you
I know for certain
I'm through with flirtin'
It's just you I'm thinkin' of
Ain't misbehavin'
I'm savin' my love for you
Like Jack Horner
In the corner
Don't go nowhere
What do I care?
Your kisses are worth waitin' for
Believe me
I don't stay out late
Don't care to go
I'm home about eight
Just me and my radio
Ain't misbehavin'
I'm savin' my love for you
Like Jack Horner
In the corner
Don't go nowhere
What do I care?
Your kisses are worth waitin' for
Believe me
I don't stay out late
Don't care to go
I'm home about eight
Just me and my radio
Ain't misbehavin'
I'm savin' my love for you
The song "Ain't Misbehavin'" by Stan Whitmire reflects on a person who is content with being alone, as they are saving their love for someone special. The lyrics describe the singer's independence, as they enjoy spending time with their radio rather than going out late at night. The chorus of the song, "Ain't misbehavin', I'm savin' my love for you," emphasizes their commitment to their loved one and their loyalty. The analogy of the character Jack Horner in the corner is also used to convey the singer's contentment and that they do not need anyone else.
The song highlights the singer's decision to be loyal and devoted to their loved one. The use of repetition in the chorus emphasizes their commitment, making the listener believe that their love is worth saving. The phrase "your kisses are worth waitin' for, believe me" conveys the singer's longing for their loved one and the importance of patience. The use of the radio as a companion instead of being with other people emphasizes the singer's introverted nature and their happiness with solitude.
Line by Line Meaning
No one to talk with
I have no one to talk to
All by myself
I am alone
No one to walk with
I have nobody to walk with
But I'm happy on the shelf
But I am content with being alone
Ain't misbehavin'
I am not misbehaving
I'm savin' my love for you
I am saving my love for you
I know for certain
I am certain
The one I love
I love someone
I'm through with flirtin'
I have stopped flirting
It's just you I'm thinkin' of
I am only thinking about you
Like Jack Horner
Similar to Jack Horner
In the corner
Sitting in the corner
Don't go nowhere
I am not going anywhere
What do I care?
I do not care
Your kisses are worth waitin' for
Your kisses are worth waiting for
Believe me
Trust me
I don't stay out late
I do not stay out late
Don't care to go
I do not want to go
I'm home about eight
I usually arrive home around 8 o'clock
Just me and my radio
I am alone with my radio
Ain't misbehavin'
I am not misbehaving
I'm savin' my love for you
I am saving my love for you
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andy Razaf, Fats Waller, Harry Brooks
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