Cuba
Tony Evans And His Orchestra Lyrics


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Not so far from here
There's a very lively atmosphere,
Everybody's going there this year,
And there's a reason,
The season opened last July,
Ever since the USA went dry,
Everybody's going there and I'm going too!
I'm on my way to Cuba,
That's where I'm going,
Cuba, that's where I'll stay,
Cuba, where wine is flowing,
And where dark eyed Stellas
Light their fella's panatellas.

Cuba, where all is happy,
Cuba, where all is gay!
Why don't you plan a wonderful trip
To Havana? hop on a ship,
And I'll see you in C-U-B-A.

Take a friend's advice,
Drinking in a cellar isn't nice!
Anybody who has got the price
Should be a Cuban.

Have you been longing for a smile
That you haven't had for quite a while?
If you have, then follow me and I'll
Show the way!

Come on along to Cuba,
That's where I'm going,
Cuba, that's where I'll stay,
Cuba, where wine is flowing,
And where dark eyed Stellas
Light their fella's panatellas.

Cuba, where all is happy,
Cuba, where all is gay!
With so much scotch and rye on the table,




I'll drink till I won't be able
To see you in C-U-B-A!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Tony Evans & His Orchestra's song 'Cuba' describe a lively and happy atmosphere that can be found in Cuba. The song is essentially an invitation for the listener to join the singer in visiting Cuba, where there is plenty of wine and good times to be had. The lyrics highlight the fact that people are flocking to Cuba, particularly since the USA has gone dry. The song also speaks to the fact that drinking in a cellar is not a pleasant experience and that anyone who can afford it should visit Cuba instead.


The lyrics contain plenty of vivid imagery, from the flowing wine to the dark-eyed women who light their men's cigars. There is an emphasis on happiness and fun, and the song encourages the listener to leave their cares behind and come to Cuba. While the song was likely written in the early 20th century when Cuba was a popular destination for tourists, it continues to have a timeless quality that makes it appealing to contemporary listeners.


Line by Line Meaning

Not so far from here
There's a place nearby.


There's a very lively atmosphere,
It's a fun place to be.


Everybody's going there this year,
It's a popular destination.


And there's a reason,
There's a specific cause.


The season opened last July,
The time is right for visiting.


Ever since the USA went dry,
People have been going there since prohibition.


Everybody's going there and I'm going too!
I'm excited to go there as well.


I'm on my way to Cuba,
I'm headed to Cuba.


That's where I'm going,
It's my final destination.


Cuba, that's where I'll stay,
I'll be staying in Cuba.


Cuba, where wine is flowing,
There's plenty of wine there.


And where dark eyed Stellas
Women with dark eyes


Light their fella's panatellas.
They light their men's cigars.


Cuba, where all is happy,
It's a place of happiness.


Cuba, where all is gay!
It's a lively and fun place.


Why don't you plan a wonderful trip
You should book a great vacation.


To Havana? hop on a ship,
Take a boat to Havana.


And I'll see you in C-U-B-A.
I'll meet you there.


Take a friend's advice,
Listen to what I'm telling you.


Drinking in a cellar isn't nice!
Don't drink in a basement.


Anybody who has got the price
If you can afford it,


Should be a Cuban.
You should go to Cuba.


Have you been longing for a smile
Are you looking to be happy?


That you haven't had for quite a while?
If you haven't been happy in a long time.


If you have, then follow me and I'll
If you have, come with me and


Show the way!
I'll lead you to happiness.


Come on along to Cuba,
Join me in Cuba.


With so much scotch and rye on the table,
There's plenty of liquor available.


I'll drink till I won't be able
I'll drink until I can't anymore.


To see you in C-U-B-A!
I'll be in Cuba.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Irving Berlin

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Comments from YouTube:

Danni

Amazing! I’m was very close to Tony, likewise him being my grandad. R.I.P the legend

cappy00000

Very nice footage of Tonu Evans and his orchestra. Many thanks.

Tony Evans

Brill

Jason Dooley

is the same band in the Hammersmith pall long time ago

bmwsitgez

you're welcome;-)

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