Angel Eyes
Stitt Sonny Lyrics

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Try to think that love's not around
But it´s uncomfortably near
My old heart ain't gaining no ground
Because my angel eyes ain't here

Angel eyes, that old devil sent
They glow unbearably bright
Need I say that my love´s mispent

Mispent with angel eyes tonight

So drink up all you people
Order anything you see
Have fun you happy people
The laughs and the jokes on me

Pardon me but I got to run
The fact's uncommonly clear
Got to find who's now number one
And why my angel eyes ain't here
Oh, where is my angel eyes

Excuse me while I disappear
Angel eyes, angel eyes.

Overall Meaning

"Angel Eyes" by Stitt Sonny is a mournful song that tells the story of a love-sick man who is without the object of his affection. The singer of the song is living in denial and trying to convince himself that love is not around despite the fact that he feels its presence uncomfortably close. He is constantly tormented by thoughts of his lost love, which prevents him from moving on with his life.

The title, "Angel Eyes," is a metaphorical reference to the woman who stole his heart. It portrays her as an angelic being, who has "devilish" qualities that make it impossible for the singer to forget her. He is captivated by her beauty and her eyes, which glow unbearably bright. He acknowledges that his love for her is misdirected, but he can't help but be consumed by his emotions.

The chorus of the song is particularly poignant as the singer pleads with the people around him to have fun and enjoy themselves while he is left to suffer in silence. He admits that he is the butt of the joke and that everyone is having fun at his expense.

Overall, "Angel Eyes" is a touching and emotional song that speaks to the human experience of lost love and the struggles that come along with it.

Line by Line Meaning

Try to think that love's not around
I attempt to believe that love doesn’t exist

But it´s uncomfortably near
But it’s relentlessly close

My old heart ain't gaining no ground
My aged heart is making no progress

Because my angel eyes ain't here
Because my beloved angel eyes are not present

Angel eyes, that old devil sent
Angel eyes, that devilish creation

They glow unbearably bright
They shine with an intolerable brightness

Need I say that my love´s mispent
Is it necessary for me to admit that I wasted my love

Mispent with angel eyes tonight
Wasted in the company of angel eyes tonight

So drink up all you people
So drink up everyone

Order anything you see
Order anything that catches your eye

Have fun you happy people
Enjoy yourselves, cheerful individuals

The laughs and the jokes on me
The jokes and the laughter revolve around me

Pardon me but I got to run
Excuse me, but I must leave

The fact's uncommonly clear
The truth is exceedingly apparent

Got to find who's now number one
I have to discover who is presently the most important

And why my angel eyes ain't here
And why my cherished angel eyes aren’t present

Oh, where is my angel eyes
Oh, where are my precious angel eyes

Excuse me while I disappear
Excuse me while I vanish

Angel eyes, angel eyes.
Angel eyes, angel eyes

Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Fintage House Publishing
Written by: ANTHONY BARRO, RUSSELL DIXON, JOEL N FAVIERE, ASHLEY HITTESDORF, JAKE JONES, NICHOLAS OROZCO, ERIK N RON

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Comments from YouTube:

Greg Belcamino

4y↑30

I met Sonny Stitt (he was playing a gig in LA with Red Holloway) toward the end. He was nearly deaf, but still playing like angel. Great, great musician.

Ada Gmur

Dobry Boże...to jest cudowne 🎶❤️

Freddie Miranda

3y↑2

So beautiful the artistry of Sonny playing the sax is masterful.

Infocus Studio Music Channel

3y↑2

Music as it suppose to be. Love that smooth sound of saxophone, amazing how beautiful jazz is... 🎷🎺🎷🎺🎷❤️❤️❤️

BennyMax37

8y↑8

Excelente Stitt grande en esta hermosa versión de Matt Dennis ... "Angel Eyes" Me conoce bien. Como siempre grandes intérpretes y hermosa música de los cuales, o muchos registros. Los mejores deseos !!!