Undecided
Stephane Grappelli / Joe Venuti Lyrics


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First you say you do
And then you don't
And then you say you will
And then you won't
You're undecided now
So what are you gonna do?
Now you want to play
And then it's no
And when you say you'll stay

That's when you go
You're undecided now
So what are you gonna do?
I've been sitting on a fence
And it doesn't make much sense
'Cause you keep me in suspense
And you know it
Then you promise to return
When you don't
I really burn
Well, I guess I'll never learn

And I show it
If you've got a heart
And if you're kind
Then don't keep us apart
Make up your mind




You're undecided now
So what are you gonna do?

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Stephane Grappelli / Joe Venuti's song Undecided tell the story of someone who is struggling to make a decision in their love life. The singer is frustrated with their lover's indecisiveness and flip-flopping between wanting to be with them and then changing their mind. The chorus repeatedly asks the question, "So what are you gonna do?" as a plea for the lover to finally make up their mind.


The verses are full of metaphors that illustrate the singer's frustration. They feel like they've been sitting on a fence, unable to take a side or make a decision. They're kept in suspense by their lover's indecision, never knowing if they'll stay or go. The singer admits that they've been burned before by their lover's broken promises, but they can't seem to learn from their mistakes.


The song's catchy melody and upbeat tempo contrast with the frustration and uncertainty in the lyrics. It's a perfect example of swing music, with its lively rhythm and playful instrumental solos. The lyrics complement the music perfectly, using clever wordplay and metaphors to tell a relatable story.


Line by Line Meaning

First you say you do
At first, you claim to agree


And then you don't
After some time, you disagree


And then you say you will
Later on, you commit to doing something


And then you won't
But soon after, you back out of it


You're undecided now
You seem uncertain and indecisive at the moment


So what are you gonna do?
What course of action will you take?


Now you want to play
You express a desire to engage in some activity


And then it's no
But then change your mind and decide not to do it


And when you say you'll stay
At times, you claim you'll remain committed


That's when you go
But often end up reneging and leaving


I've been sitting on a fence
I've been indecisive about how to proceed


And it doesn't make much sense
But this lack of clarity is confusing and frustrating


'Cause you keep me in suspense
Since you continue to leave me guessing


And you know it
You're aware of the effect your behavior has on me


Then you promise to return
You offer the assurance that you'll come back


When you don't
Only to break that promise and not follow through


I really burn
This leaves me feeling angry and hurt


Well, I guess I'll never learn
Despite this, I still can't seem to avoid the trap of hoping for change


And I show it
My feelings are evident in my demeanor


If you've got a heart
If you possess empathy and compassion


And if you're kind
And have a caring and considerate nature


Then don't keep us apart
Please don't allow our relationship to suffer due to your indecision


Make up your mind
Choose a path and stick to it


You're undecided now
You're still grappling with this decision


So what are you gonna do?
What will your final decision be?




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHARLES SHAVERS, SYDNEY ROBIN

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Comments from YouTube:

Michael Hsueh

I've totally fallen in love with this album! I grew up listen to recordings of Venuti and Grappelli, but always as solo musicians. I had no idea that they had collaborated on this! Words cannot describe my joy at listening these two playing on the same stage. Truly a match made in heaven. Thank you, Zucco :)

Zucco17

You're welcome! On my channel, you can also find all the remaining tracks of the album :)

Ruediger Podlaha

There are two kinds of music. Good music, and the other kind. No doubt about what they are playing.

beforeourveryeyes

Zucco! I so appreciate your sharing this amazing album with me. Joyous 2012 to You!

unusualmusician

Yeah!!! This is a most righteous combination.

Zucco17

@beforeourveryeyes Thanks :D Happy new year to you too ;)

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