2. There was also a Rat Pack from Ventura, CA on Mystic Records that released two EP's titled "Rat Pack" and "Ice Cream, Acid, and Cigarettes" and one self titled LP. They were also released on few Mystic Records compilations such as the Nardcore comp.
3.There is also a UK rave group from the early '90s who used the name The Rat Pack who had hits with tracks like "Searchin' for my rizzla"
Far Away Places
The Rat Pack Lyrics
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Far away over the sea
Those far away places with the strange sounding names are
Calling
Calling me
Goin' to China or maybe Siam
I wanna see for myself
Those far away places I've been reading about in a
I start getting' restless whenever I hear the whistle of a train
I pray for the day I can get underway
And look for those castles in Spain
They call me a dreamer
Well maybe I am
But I know that I'm burning to see those
Far away places with the strange sounding names
Calling, calling me
Me
The lyrics of The Rat Pack's song "Far Away Places" depict a yearning to explore and experience distant lands. The singer is captivated by the allure of faraway destinations, which are described as having strange-sounding names. These places, located across the sea, beckon the singer's adventurous spirit. The desire to visit China or Siam (now known as Thailand) is expressed with the intention of seeing these places firsthand. The singer confesses that reading about these locales in a book only fuels their restlessness. The sound of a train whistle triggers a sense of restlessness and longing, as the singer eagerly awaits the opportunity to embark on a journey in search of castles in Spain. Despite being called a dreamer, the singer's burning desire to witness these faraway places with fascinating names remains steadfastly unchanged.
Overall, the lyrics of "Far Away Places" convey a strong sense of wanderlust and an insatiable curiosity about the world beyond one's immediate surroundings. It speaks to the human desire for adventure, exploration, and the longing to escape the ordinary and venture into the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
Far away places with strange sounding names
The distant and unfamiliar locations with unique names
Far away over the sea
Located in distant regions across the vast ocean
Those far away places with the strange sounding names are
Referring to those remote destinations with unconventional names
Calling
Appealing or beckoning
Calling me
Inducing a strong desire within me
Goin' to China or maybe Siam
Considering journeys to China or perhaps Siam
I wanna see for myself
I have a deep longing to personally witness
Those far away places I've been reading about in a
The distant locations I've been engrossed in through my reading
Book that I took from a shelf
A book I picked up from my shelf
I start getting' restless whenever I hear the whistle of a train
I become agitated and yearn for adventure whenever I hear the train's whistle
I pray for the day I can get underway
I fervently hope for the day I can embark on my journey
And look for those castles in Spain
To search for those fanciful dreams or fantasies
They call me a dreamer
Others label me as someone lost in fantasies
Well maybe I am
Perhaps I truly am
But I know that I'm burning to see those
However, I deeply yearn to witness those
Far away places with the strange sounding names
Distant locations with their unique and unfamiliar names
Calling, calling me
Unceasingly and irresistibly attracting my attention
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Alex Kramer, Joan Whitney
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Frank Basile
This song is SO original,and he is so great with all the nuances....never get tired of hearing it
T.P. McKenna
Recorded by SDJ at the Olympic Studios in London in 1967 when he laid down all the hit songs from Doctor Dolittle in brilliant arrangements by the great Marty Paich.
Thelma D
Love this!
Come Fly With Tanya on TWA
I Worked for TWA Trans World Airlines in St. Louis. MO. for 38 years. I have been to 98% of the places that he sings in this song. IT gives me goosepimples..& makes me teary eyed..thank you Sammy. Gratefully , Tanya.M. Tesone
Dennis Lee
Awesome tune
kukopanki
Why isn't this on Spotify?
John Jordan
One my favourite songs done by the great Sammy Davis jnr.
Nazarena Lusana
❤❤❤❤❤