(2) Steve Lacy (July 23, 1934 – June 4, 2004), born Steven Norman Lackritz in New York City, was an American jazz saxophonist and composer recognized as one of the important players of soprano saxophone. Coming to prominence in the 1950s as a progressive dixieland musician, Lacy went on to a long and prolific career. He worked extensively in experimental jazz and to a lesser extent in free improvisation, but Lacy's music was typically melodic and tightly structured. Lacy also became a highly distinctive composer, with compositions often built out of little more than a single questioning phrase, repeated several times.
After Lacy was diagnosed with cancer in August 2003, he continued playing and teaching until weeks before his death on June 4, 2004 at the age of 69.
How About You
Steve Lacy Lyrics
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Life can be a joy
But the note they end on
Will depend on
Little pleasures they will share
So let us compare
I like New York in June, how about you?
I love a fireside when a storm is due.
I like potato chips, moonlight and motor trips,
How about you?
I'm mad about good books, can't get my fill,
And Franklin Roosevelt's looks give me a thrill.
Holding hands at the movie show,
When all the lights are low
May not be new, but I like it,
How about you?
I like Jack Benny's jokes.
To a degree.
I love the common folks.
That includes me.
I like to window shop on 5th Avenue.
I like banana splits, late supper at the Ritz,
How about you?
I love to dream of fame, maybe I'll shine.
I'd love to see your name right beside mine.
I can see we're in harmony,
Looks like we both agree
On what to do,
And I like it, how about you?
The song 'How About You?' written by Arthur Freed and Burton Lane was first featured in the musical film "Babes on Broadway" in 1941. The song has since then been covered by several other artists, including Steve Lacy. The lyrics of the song portray the excitement that one feels when they meet someone new and how their journey together depends on the little pleasures they share.
As the song progresses, the singer talks about the things they like and how they wish to experience them with their partner. The reference to New York could be about the idea of starting a new life with someone. They talk about their love for Gershwin's music, staying indoors while a storm is brewing outside, holding hands in a movie theatre, and having late dinners at Ritz hotels. Even window shopping on 5th Avenue seems like an enjoyable experience with the right company.
The last verse shows how both the singer and their partner are in harmony with each other. They talk about their dreams and how they would love to achieve them together. Overall, the song portrays the feeling of falling in love and the joy of experiencing life with someone who has similar interests and dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
When a girl meets boy
The coming together of two people can create happiness and positivity in life.
Life can be a joy
Being in a loving relationship can bring happiness and fulfillment to one's life.
But the note they end on
The end result of the relationship depends on how both people in the relationship handle things and communicate with each other.
Will depend on
The final outcome of the relationship is dependent on factors such as communication, understanding, and mutual respect.
Little pleasures they will share
The small joys and pleasures that two people experience together can have a big impact on the relationship.
So let us compare
Let us look at our shared interests and preferences to see if we are compatible and can create a strong relationship.
I like New York in June, how about you?
I find joy in the beauty of New York in the summertime and am curious if you share this same appreciation.
I like a Gershwin tune, how about you?
I enjoy the music of Gershwin and am curious if you share this same taste in music.
I love a fireside when a storm is due.
I find comfort in sitting next to a warm fire during a storm and am curious if you have similar preferences.
I like potato chips, moonlight and motor trips,
I find joy in simple pleasures such as eating potato chips, enjoying the beauty of the moon at night, and taking road trips.
How about you?
I am curious if you share any of these same preferences and if we can enjoy them together.
I'm mad about good books, can't get my fill,
I have a passion for reading and can never get enough of a good book.
And Franklin Roosevelt's looks give me a thrill.
I find the appearance of Franklin Roosevelt to be attractive and exciting.
Holding hands at the movie show,
Being physically close and holding hands in a movie theater can create an intimate and enjoyable experience.
When all the lights are low
In a dark movie theater, with only the light of the screen, there is a sense of intimacy and closeness between two people.
May not be new, but I like it,
This experience may not be new or groundbreaking, but I still find it enjoyable and comforting.
I like Jack Benny's jokes.
I find humor in the jokes of Jack Benny.
To a degree.
Although I appreciate Jack Benny's humor, there are limits to how much I can enjoy it.
I love the common folks.
I have a fondness for regular, everyday people and appreciate their unique qualities.
That includes me.
As a regular person myself, I appreciate my own qualities and those of others like me.
I like to window shop on 5th Avenue.
I enjoy the act of walking and looking at the storefronts on Fifth Avenue, even if I do not make any purchases.
I like banana splits, late supper at the Ritz,
I find joy in indulging in sweet treats like banana splits and enjoying late meals at fancy restaurants like the Ritz.
I love to dream of fame, maybe I'll shine.
I have aspirations of achieving fame and recognition, and hope to one day make my mark on the world.
I'd love to see your name right beside mine.
I hope to achieve success with someone I care about and share a strong relationship with.
I can see we're in harmony,
I can tell that we share many of the same interests and preferences, which can create harmony and mutual understanding between us.
Looks like we both agree
It seems that we are both on the same page when it comes to our interests and preferences.
On what to do,
We have a good idea of what we can do together to enjoy each other's company.
And I like it, how about you?
I find joy and excitement in the prospect of spending time with you and exploring our shared interests together. How about you?
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CAROLINE KAWA
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Taylor
on Infrunami
Bruh, im so slow, that i didnt even get that he was tryna say in front of me but used the word infrunami cuz it sounds like it. i know its not a real word, but still. its the thought that counts tho
hadgebehfds
on Bad Habit
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DBC1776
on Bad Habit
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