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"
Someone to Watch over Me
The Rat Pack Lyrics
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I hope that he turns out to be
Someone who'll watch over me
I'm a little lamb who's lost in the wood
I know I could always be good
Someone who'll watch over me
Although he may not be the man some
To my heart he carries the key
Won't you tell him please to put on some speed
Follow my lead, oh, how I need
Someone to watch over me
The Rat Pack's rendition of "Someone to Watch Over Me" is a timeless classic that speaks to the eternal desire for companionship and protection. The opening line of "There's somebody I'm longing to see" sets the tone for the longing expressed throughout the song. The singer hopes that this person will be someone who will watch over her, providing the comfort and security she seeks.
The imagery of the singer as a "little lamb who's lost in the wood" is evocative and simultaneously endearing and vulnerable. The singer acknowledges that she could always be good, but recognizes that she needs someone to look out for her. The chorus repeats the message that the singer is looking for someone to provide that sense of protection and safety.
The bridge of the song acknowledges that the person the singer is seeking may not be what other people consider handsome, but to her, he carries the key to her heart. She implores this person to "put on some speed" and follow her lead, emphasizing her need for someone to watch over her. The final line, "Someone to watch over me," is repeated several times, underscoring the central message of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a somebody I'm longing to see
I'm looking for someone special.
I hope that he turns out to be
I hope that he's the one for me.
Someone who'll watch over me
Someone who will take care of me.
I'm a little lamb who's lost in the wood
I'm vulnerable and need guidance.
I know I could always be good
I promise to behave well.
Someone who'll watch over me
Someone who will protect me from harm.
Although he may not be the man some
Even if he's not perfect or conventionally attractive,
Girls think of as handsome
As some women prefer.
To my heart he carries the key
He's the only person who can make me happy.
Won't you tell him please to put on some speed
Please hurry and be with me soon.
Follow my lead, oh, how I need
Please listen to me, I really need your help.
Someone to watch over me
Someone to look after me and keep me safe.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: IRA GERSHWIN, GEORGE GERSHWIN
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