Get Out and Get Under the Moon
Nat King Cole
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Whadda you do in the evening When you don't know what to do? Read a book? Play a game? Every night it's just the same! Whadda you say if I tell you How to keep from feeling blue? My advice is good to take, And it's easier to do! When you're all alone, any old night, And you're feeling mighty blue, Pick up your hat, Close up your flat, Get out, get under the moon. Underneath the bright silvery light, You'll be feeling better soon! Pick up your hat, Close up your flat, Get out, get under the moon. Ba-da-da-da-da-da, Look, look, look at those stars above, Ah look, look, look at those sweeties love! Oh boy, give me a night in June, I mean it! When you're all alone, any old night, And you're feeling out of tune, Pick up your hat, Close up your flat, Get out, get under the moon. When you make a date, any old night, You're gonna meet your sweetie soon? (are yuh, huh?) Well then pick up your hat, Close up that flat, Get out, get under the moon. Underneath that bright silvery light, You'll be feelin' better soon! Pick up your hat, Close up your flat, Get out, get under the moon. Ba-da-da-da-da-da, Walk, walk, kiss me then Walk again, And talk, talk, kiss and then Talk again, Oh boy, sweethearts are all in tune, I mean it! When it's raining out, Oh stay in your flat, But on a lovely night in June, Pick up your hat, Close up your flat, Get out, get under the moon.
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Written by: LARRY SHAY, WILLIAM JEROME, CHARLES TOBIAS
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Origin"Get Out and Get Under the Moon" is a popular song from the late 1920s. Although it's been performed by various artists, including Doris Day, Helen Kane, and Nat King Cole, it was originally written by three songwriters: Larry Shay, Charles Tobias, and William Jerome.
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Doris Day's VersionDoris Day, a celebrated actress, and singer, sang "Get Out and Get Under the Moon" in her typical jazzy pop style. She recorded it for her album "Day by Night" which was released in 1957.
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Helen Kane’s InfluenceKnown as the "Boop-Boop-a-Doop Girl", Helen Kane’s version of "Get Out and Get Under the Moon" was one of her biggest hits in the 1920s. Her distinctive style and vocal expressions were said to have inspired the flirtatious cartoon character Betty Boop.
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Nat King Cole's InterpretationNat King Cole, a leading figure in the world of jazz and later pop, also performed "Get Out and Get Under the Moon". His soulful voice and his smooth, swinging style made an impressionable version of the song.
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Timeless Appeal"Get Out and Get Under the Moon" has remained popular, even many decades after its original release. It’s been covered by several artists and is often included in collections of jazz and popular standards from the early 20th century. The song continues to be enjoyed as a lighthearted and cheerful tune.
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ThemeThe song is about the joy and romance of spending time outdoors under the moon. The lyrics encourage the listener to forget their troubles and enjoy the beauty of life.
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Use in MediaThe song has also been used in multiple films and television series, often to evoke a sense of nostalgia for the past, or to set a romantic mood in a scene.
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Its Timeless MessageDespite the distinct versions by Doris Day, Helen Kane, and Nat King Cole, the central message of "Get Out and Get Under the Moon" remains the same across all interpretations: to seize the moment, enjoy life, and embrace love.
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Musical StructureThe song is composed in a typical AABA 32-bar song form, a common form for popular songs during the 1920s and '30s. Its infectious melody and simple, yet poignant lyrics, are part of its enduring charm.
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Shared LegacyThough Doris Day, Helen Kane, and Nat King Cole each have their own unique musical legacy, "Get Out and Get Under The Moon" is a shared part of their discographies, demonstrating the song's widespread appeal and timeless charm.
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