All in Fun
A Whirlwind of Good Times: Exploring Tony Bennett's 'All in Fun' Meaning
Lyrics
We are seen around New York
We are frequently observed in New York.
In the finest stay-up-late cafes
We spend time in high-end, late-night cafes.
I am on the town with you these days
I am currently socializing with you in the city.
That's the way it stands
This is the current situation or status.
Just a fellow and a girl
Just a man and a woman.
We have had a little whirl
We have had some experiences together.
And our feet have left the ground a bit
Our excitement has lifted us off the ground.
We've played around a bit
We've indulged in some playful activities.
That's the way it stands
Reiterating the current state of affairs.
For we are strictly good time charlies
We are individuals who enjoy good times.
Who like to drink and dance around
We like to socialize with drinks and dancing.
And maybe kick romance around
We might casually dismiss romance.
And that's the way it stands
Reaffirming the current situation.
All in fun
Everything is done in a lighthearted manner.
This thing is all in fun
The situation is approached with a sense of fun.
When all is said and done
After all is considered, it's about enjoyment.
How far can it go?
Pondering the limits of this carefree attitude.
Some cocktails, some orchids
Describing elements of our social activities.
A show or two
Mentioning some of the things we do together.
A line in a column
A reference to media coverage connecting us.
That links me with you
Media portrayal linking me to you.
Just for laughs
Everything is done for amusement.
You're with me night and day
You accompany me constantly for laughs.
And so the dopes all say
Rumors circulate that I am infatuated with you.
That I'm that way 'bout you
Confirming my affectionate feelings toward you.
Here's the laugh
A transition to a humorous revelation.
And when I tell you
Introducing a surprising statement.
This will kill you
Emphasizing the shocking nature of the revelation.
What they say is true
Confirming the truth of the surprising statement.
Just for laughs
Repeating the theme of doing things for amusement.
You're with me night and day
Reiteration of constant companionship for laughs.
And so the dopes all say
Reinforcing the gossip about my affection for you.
That I'm that way 'bout you
Reaffirming my genuine feelings for you.
Here's the laugh
Returning to the humorous tone.
And when I tell you
Preparing the listener for another surprising statement.
This will kill you
Teasing that the upcoming statement will be shocking.
What they say is true
Confirming the truth of the forthcoming surprising statement.
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