I Can't Get Started
Uncharted Love: Rosemary Clooney's Melodic Tale of Unrequited Passion
Lyrics
I've flown around the world in a plane
Expressing extensive travel experiences by plane.
I've settled revolutions in Spain
Claiming involvement in settling revolutions in Spain.
And the North Pole I have charted
Highlighting the accomplishment of charting the North Pole.
Still I can't get started with you
Despite achievements, expressing inability to connect romantically.
On the golf course, I'm under par
Stating proficiency in golf by being "under par" (below average score).
Metro Goldwyn have asked me to star
Mentioning a request from Metro Goldwyn to star in films.
I've got a house, a showplace
Boasting about owning a luxurious house (showplace).
Still I can't get no place with you
Despite possessions, expressing romantic frustration.
'Cause you're so supreme
Describing the person as superior or outstanding.
Lyrics I write of you, I dream
Revealing the creation of lyrics and dreams inspired by the person.
Dream day and night of you
Emphasizing continuous day and night dreams about the person.
And I scheme just for the sight of you
Admitting to scheming or planning just to catch a glimpse of the person.
Baby, what good does it do?
Questioning the usefulness of these dreams and schemes.
I've been consulted by Franklin D
Claiming consultation by Franklin D. Roosevelt, a notable figure.
Greta Garbo has had me to tea
Mentioning having tea with the iconic actress Greta Garbo.
Still I'm broken-hearted
Despite such experiences, expressing a broken heart due to romantic frustration.
'Cause I can't get started with you
Reiterating the ongoing struggle to initiate a romantic relationship.
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