I Can't Get Started
Struggling in Love's Shadow
Lyrics
I've been around the world in a plane
I've traveled extensively around the world by plane.
Settled revolutions in Spain
I've been involved in significant events, possibly political, in Spain.
The North Pole I have charted
I've navigated and mapped the North Pole.
But can't get started with you
Despite my worldly experiences, I can't initiate a relationship with you.
And at the golf course I'm under par
At the golf course, I perform exceptionally well, scoring below par.
Metro-Goldwyn wants me to star
Metro-Goldwyn, a film studio, wants me to be a star.
I've got a house and a show place
I possess a luxurious house and a showplace.
But can't get no place with you
Despite my success, I can't make progress in winning your affection.
You're so supreme
You are exceptional and superior.
The lyrics I write of you
I express my feelings for you through the lyrics I write.
Dream, dream, day and night of you
I constantly dream of you day and night.
Scheme just for the sight of you
I plan and scheme just to catch a glimpse of you.
Baby but what good dose it do
Despite my efforts, it seems futile.
I've been consulted by Franklin D.
I've been consulted by Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Even Gabel had me to tea
Even notable individuals like Gabel have invited me for tea.
But now I'm broken hearted
Despite past successes, I am currently heartbroken.
Can't get started with you
I can't make progress in a romantic relationship with you.
You're so supreme
You are exceptional and superior (repeated).
The lyrics I write of you
I express my feelings for you through the lyrics I write (repeated).
Dream, dream, day and night of you
I constantly dream of you day and night (repeated).
Scheme just for the sight of you
I plan and scheme just to catch a glimpse of you (repeated).
But what good does it do
But the efforts seem to be in vain.
I've been consulted by Franklin D.
I've been consulted by Franklin D. Roosevelt (repeated).
Even Basic had me to tea
Even Basic, possibly a reference to a prominent figure, had me over for tea.
But now I'm broken hearted
Despite past successes, I am currently heartbroken (repeated).
Can't get started with you
I can't make progress in a romantic relationship with you (repeated).
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