I've Got My Eyes on You
Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra Frank Sinatra Lyrics
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I've got my eyes on you, so don't stray too far from home.
Incidentally, I've set my spies on you,
I'm checking all you do, from a to zee.
So, darling, just be wise, keep your eyes on me.
In the song "I've Got My Eyes On You," Frank Sinatra is singing to his lover, warning them to be careful where they go and what they do. He admits to spying on them, checking everything they do from A to Z. He advises his lover to be wise and keep their eyes on him, suggesting that his protection will keep them safe from harm. The song is sultry and playful, with Sinatra's smooth vocals adding to the romantic allure.
The lyrics suggest a level of possessiveness on Sinatra's part, with him watching every move his lover makes. This could either be interpreted as a sign of his deep love for them or a warning not to stray too far from his grasp. The upbeat tempo of the song belies an underlying sense of danger, suggesting that things might not be as rosy as they first appear.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got my eyes on you, so best beware where you roam.
I am keeping a close watch on your every move, so be careful wherever you go.
I've got my eyes on you, so don't stray too far from home.
I am monitoring you constantly, so don't venture too far from your residence.
Incidentally, I've set my spies on you,
As a matter of fact, I have placed my operatives to keep you under surveillance,
I'm checking all you do, from a to zee.
I am scrutinizing everything you do, from the beginning to the end of the alphabet.
So, darling, just be wise, keep your eyes on me.
Therefore, my dear, it would be prudent to focus your attention on me and heed my counsel.
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