I Can't Get Started
Uncharted Love: Lionel Hampton's Odyssey of Longing
Lyrics
I've been around the world in a plane
I've traveled extensively by plane around the world.
Settled revolutions in Spain
I've been involved in significant events, possibly referring to political upheavals in Spain.
The North Pole I have charted
I've explored the North Pole and created maps of it.
But can't get started with you
Despite my worldly experiences, I find it challenging to initiate a relationship with you.
And at the golf course I'm under par
In golf, I perform exceptionally well, scoring under 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 have a luxurious house and an impressive showplace.
But can't get no place with you
Despite my success, I cannot make any progress in winning your affection.
You're so supreme
You are exceptionally outstanding.
The lyrics I write of you
I write lyrics about you.
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 or brings no benefit.
I've been consulted by Franklin D.
I've been sought for advice by Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Even Gabel had me to tea
Even Gabel, possibly a prominent figure, has invited me for tea.
But now I'm broken hearted
Despite past successes, I am now heartbroken.
Can't get started with you
I still can't make progress in starting a relationship with you.
You're so supreme
You are exceptionally outstanding (repeated).
The lyrics I write of you
I continue to write lyrics about you (repeated).
Dream, dream, day and night of you
I persistently dream of you day and night (repeated).
Scheme just for the sight of you
I still plan and scheme just to catch a glimpse of you (repeated).
But what good does it do
Despite efforts, it seems futile or brings no benefit (repeated).
I've been consulted by Franklin D.
I've been sought for advice by Franklin D. Roosevelt (repeated).
Even Basic had me to tea
Even Basic, possibly another notable figure, has invited me for tea (repeated).
But now I'm broken hearted
Despite past successes, I am still heartbroken (repeated).
Can't get started with you
I still can't make progress in starting a relationship with you (repeated).
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