From New Orleans, they were classically trained and switched over to jazz as they grew up along with the form. First recorded in 1925, they went on to play vaudeville and ended up on radio in California. After being heard coast to coast on one of the first nationwide radio hookups, they became stars of radio in NYC headlining both their own programs, as well as working on shows with Bing Crosby and The Mills Brothers until the trio disbanded in 1936, mainly due to their marriages. They also appeared in many films of the time. (See youtube)
Connie Boswell, who later changed the spelling of her name to Connee, continued as a solo singer after the demise of the group, influencing singers like Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra. She did all this despite being unable to walk alone due to childhood polio and other back injuries.
"There is only one person I ever tried to sing like and that person was Connee Boswell."
Ella Fitzgerald, NBC News interview
"Connee Boswell is, without a doubt, the most widely imitated singer of all time."
Frank Sinatra
The best website on them is www.bozzies.com.
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That's What I Like About You
The Boswell Sisters Lyrics
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Squeeze a little, tease a little, mobile just play with you too
And there's another little thing, I like another little thing
You know what to do when the doing is necessary!
Just a gentle, temperamental playboy and nothin' to
(Gentle and temperamental with nothin' to do)
Just a little diff'rent than anyone I ever knew
Everything you do is swell,
What you do you do so well
You jest a little, know a little, that's what I like about you
The Boswell Sisters's song "That's What I Like About You" is an upbeat jazz tune that celebrates the charming quirks of a lover. The song's protagonist finds joy in their partner's ability to love a little, squeeze a little, and play with them, all the while maintaining a keen sense of knowing how to handle necessary situations. The lyrics highlight the appeal of a "gentle, temperamental playboy" who is different from anyone the singer has ever known.
The song's lyrics celebrate the small but significant things about a person that can make them incredibly appealing to someone else. The singer is drawn to the little ways her partner shows affection, including playful teasing and gentle physical touch. What is most significant, however, is the partner's ability to handle difficult situations with aplomb. The song suggests that this trait is what makes the partner truly special and attractive to the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
You love a little, that's what I like about you
I admire that you have a capacity for love, even if it is small.
Squeeze a little, tease a little, mobile just play with you too
You are playful and fun, and I enjoy teasing and playing with you.
And there's another little thing, I like another little thing
There’s yet another small quality about you that I appreciate.
You know what to do when the doing is necessary!
You are capable and competent when it comes to doing what needs to be done.
Just a gentle, temperamental playboy and nothin' to
You are a mellow and flirty person with not much going on in your life.
Just a little diff'rent than anyone I ever knew
You are unique and stand out from anyone else I’ve met.
Everything you do is swell,
Everything you do is great.
What you do you do so well
You are skilled at what you do.
You jest a little, know a little, that's what I like about you
I appreciate that you have a sense of humor and some knowledge, even if it’s not a lot.
Writer(s): Walter Donaldson
Contributed by Parker P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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How the hell do you not have the lyrics just pay attention to what they say you idoits