Doin' What Comes Natur'lly
Irving Berlin
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
Folks are dumb where I come from They ain't had any learnin' Still they're happy as can be Doin' what comes naturally Doin' what comes naturally Folks like us could never fuss With schools and books and learnin' Still we've gone from A to Z Doin' what comes naturally Doin' what comes naturally You don't have to know how to read or write When you're out with a feller in the pale moonlight You don't have to look in a book to find What he thinks of the moon or what is on his mind That comes naturally That comes naturally My uncle out in Texas Can't even write his name He signs his checks with X's But they cash 'em just the same If you saw my pa and ma You'd no they had no learnin' Still they raised a family Doin' what comes naturally Doin' what comes naturally Uncle Jed has never read An almanac on drinkin' Still he's always on a spree Doin' what comes naturally Doin' what comes naturally Sister Sal who's mus-i-cal Has never had a lesson Still she's learned to sing off-key Doin' what comes naturally Doin' what comes naturally You don't have to go to a private school Not to pick up a penny by a stubborn mule You don't have to have a professor's dome Not to go for the honey when the bee's at home That comes naturally That comes naturally My tiny baby brother Who's never read a book Knows one sex from the other All he had to do was look Grandpa Bill is on the hill With someone he just married There he is at ninety-three Doin' what comes naturally Doin' what comes naturally Sister Lou ain't got a sou Although she goes out shoppin' She gets all her stockings free Doin' what comes naturally Doin' what comes naturally Cousin Nell can't add or spell But she left school with honors She got every known degree For doin' what comes naturally Doin' what comes naturally You don't have to come from a great big town Not to clean out a stable in an evening gown You don't have to mix with the Vanderbilt's Not to take off your panties when you're wearing kilts That comes naturally That comes naturally My mother's cousin Carrie Won't ever change her name She doesn't want to marry And her children feel the same Sister Rose has lots of beaus Although we have no parlor She does fine behind a tree Doin' what comes naturally Doin' what comes naturally
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
Written by: Irving Berlin
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
9 facts about this song
Composer Information"Doin' What Comes Natur'lly" is a song composed by Irving Berlin, one of the most famous songwriters in the United States, known for creating hundreds of ballads, dance numbers, novelty tunes, and love songs.
|
Musical InvolvementThe song is from the musical "Annie Get Your Gun," which debuted on Broadway in 1946. This musical was a fictionalized version of the life of Annie Oakley, a sharpshooter who starred in Buffalo Bill's Wild West.
|
Song ThemeThe song, "Doin' What Comes Natur'lly," expresses the theme of living a simple, unpretentious life. Its lyrics talk about ignoring social norms and following natural instincts and impulses instead.
|
Famous RenditionsThe song was originally performed by Ethel Merman in the original production of Annie Get Your Gun. Merman is known not only for her powerful voice, but also for her comedic timing and fierce vitality on stage.
|
Cultural InfluenceSome of the lyrics of "Doin' What Comes Natur'lly" have been considered controversial and stereotypical when observed under modern lens. The song talks about uneducated, poor families who don't follow societal rules.
|
Other PerformancesNot only restricted to stage performances, the song has also been performed in the 1950 MGM film adaptation of the musical starring Betty Hutton.
|
Revivals and Cover VersionsOver the years, the song has been covered by numerous artists, including Dinah Shore, Bernadette Peters, and Kim Criswell. Every rendition of the song has showcased the unique artistic interpretation of the performer.
|
Continual PopularityDespite being penned over seven decades ago, "Doin' What Comes Natur'lly," remains a popular tune in theatrical performances and other musical renditions, proving the timelessness of Irving Berlin's compositions.
|
Song DurationThe song "Doin' What Comes Natur'lly" has a duration of approximately 3 minutes, depending on the performer and the speed at which they choose to sing.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"Doin' What Comes Natur'lly Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 16 May 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/3549474/Irving+Berlin/Doin%27+What+Comes+Natur%27lly>.
Discuss the Doin' What Comes Natur'lly Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In