I've Got A Crush On You
The Rat Pack Lyrics


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How glad the many millions of Annabelles and Lillians
Would be to capture me
But you had such persistence, you wore down my resistance
I fell and it was swell

I'm your big and brave and handsome Romeo
How I won you I shall never never know
It's not that you're attractive
But, oh, my heart grew active
When you came into view

I've got a crush on you, sweetie pie
All the day and night time give me sigh
I never had the least notion that
I could fall with so much emotion

Could you coo, could you care?
For a cunning cottage we could share
The world will pardon my mush
'Cause I have got a crush my baby on you

Could you coo, could you care?
For a cunning cottage
That we could share




The world will pardon my mush
'Cause I have got a crush, my baby, on you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "I've Got A Crush On You" by The Rat Pack convey a sense of surprise and captivation in falling in love with someone unexpected. The opening lines acknowledge the millions of other potential love interests ("Annabelles and Lillians") who would desire to be with the singer, but it is the persistence and charm of a particular individual that breaks down their resistance and causes them to fall in love. The experience is described as both exciting and splendid.


The next lines further emphasize the singer's bewilderment at winning over this person, stating that they don't understand how it happened or why they were chosen. It is not solely based on physical attractiveness, but rather the person's presence triggers an activation of the singer's heart, evoking strong emotions.


The chorus repeats the phrase "I've got a crush on you" to emphasize the depth and constant presence of their feelings. The term "sweetie pie" adds an endearing tone, while the mention of sighs indicates the longing and admiration felt throughout the day and night. The subsequent lines express surprise in the intensity of their emotions, as they never imagined they could fall in love so deeply.


Line by Line Meaning

How glad the many millions of Annabelles and Lillians
The sheer number of admirers that Annabelles and Lillians have is astounding


Would be to capture me
They would all be overjoyed to win my heart


But you had such persistence, you wore down my resistance
Your unwavering determination gradually broke through my defenses


I fell and it was swell
I fell for you and it was absolutely delightful


I'm your big and brave and handsome Romeo
I assume the role of a confident and courageous romantic lover


How I won you I shall never never know
I am amazed that I managed to win your affection


It's not that you're attractive
Your attractiveness is not the sole reason


But, oh, my heart grew active
However, my heart became lively and vibrant


When you came into view
When I first laid eyes on you


I've got a crush on you, sweetie pie
I am infatuated with you, my dear


All the day and night time give me sigh
Throughout the day and night, I am filled with longing and yearning


I never had the least notion that
I never even had the slightest idea that


I could fall with so much emotion
I could fall so deeply in love


Could you coo, could you care?
Are you capable of expressing affection and concern?


For a cunning cottage we could share
For a charming little house we could live in together


The world will pardon my mush
The world will forgive my sentimental expression


'Cause I have got a crush my baby on you
Because I am head over heels in love with you, my darling


Could you coo, could you care?
Are you capable of expressing affection and concern?


For a cunning cottage
For a charming little house


That we could share
That we could live in together


The world will pardon my mush
The world will forgive my sentimental expression


'Cause I have got a crush, my baby, on you
Because I am head over heels in love with you, my darling




Lyrics Β© Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin

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