Per Amazon's Editorial: One of the most accessible of all jazz pianists, G… Read Full Bio ↴Per Amazon's Editorial: One of the most accessible of all jazz pianists, Gene Harris' soulful style (influenced by Oscar Peterson and containing the blues-iness of a Junior Mance) was immediately likable and predictably excellent. After playing in an Army band (1951-1954), he formed a trio with bassist Andy Simpkins and drummer Bill Dowdy which was, by 1956, known as the Three Sounds. The group was quite popular, and recorded regularly during 1956-1970 for Blue Note and Verve. Actually, according to Gene Harris, his style of playing was most heavily influenced by Erroll Garner.

I've Got A Feeling I'm Falling
The Gene Harris Quartet Lyrics

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Now I'm flyin' high, but I've got a feelin' I'm fallin'
Fallin' for nobody else but you
Mama, you caught my eye and I've got a feelin' I'm fallin'
Show me the ring and I'll jump right through

I used to travel single-o; we chanced to mingle-o
Now I'm a-tingle over you
Hey, Mister Parson, stand by, but I've got a feelin' I'm fallin'

Fallin' for nobody else but you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to The Gene Harris Quartet's song I've Got A Feeling I'm Falling tell the story of a person who has fallen deeply in love. The singer confesses that he is "flyin' high" but also has a "feeling [he's] fallin'." This could be interpreted as feeling deeply for someone but also feeling vulnerable and exposed in the process of being in love. The singer is falling for "nobody else but you" which suggests a sense of exclusivity and devotion to their object of affection.

The lyrics also express a desire for commitment and a willingness to take a leap of faith. The singer asks their love interest to "show me the ring and I'll jump right through." This shows that the singer is ready and willing to commit to being with the person they love. There is also a sense of lightheartedness and playfulness in the lyrics, particularly in the use of the phrase "Hey, Mister Parson, stand by" which could be interpreted as a reference to a wedding ceremony.

Overall, the lyrics to I've Got A Feeling I'm Falling convey powerful emotions of love, vulnerability, and commitment in a playful and lighthearted way.

Line by Line Meaning

Now I'm flyin' high, but I've got a feelin' I'm fallin'
Although I feel elated and happy right now, I also feel like I'm losing control and may end up falling.

Fallin' for nobody else but you
I'm starting to have romantic feelings for you and no one else.

Mama, you caught my eye and I've got a feelin' I'm fallin'
You've caught my attention and I'm starting to develop feelings for you.

Show me the ring and I'll jump right through
If you commit to being with me, I'll do whatever it takes to make it work and be with you.

I used to travel single-o; we chanced to mingle-o
I used to be independent and travel solo, but then we met and started spending time together.

Now I'm a-tingle over you
Being around you gives me a sense of excitement and nervousness.

Hey, Mister Parson, stand by, but I've got a feelin' I'm fallin'
Even if I'm supposed to be controlled and composed, I can't help but feel like I'm falling in love with you.

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HARRY LINK, FATS WALLER, BILLY ROSE, FRITZ ROTTER

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