(I've Got You) Under My Skin
Frank Sinatra · Other Songs - Frank Sinatra
I've got you deep in the heart of me
So deep in my heart so that you're really a part of me
I've got you under my skin
I tried so not to give in
I said to myself this affair, it never will go so well
But why should I try to resist when baby, I know so well
That I've got you under my skin
Chorus
I`d sacrifice anything come what might
For the sake of having you near,
In spite of a warning voice that comes in the night
It repeats, repeats in my ear
Don't you know little fool, you never can win
Use your mentality, wake up to reality
But each time I do, just the thought of you
Makes me stop before I begin,
'Cause I've got you under my skin
big-band instrumental break
Chorus
I would sacrifice anything come what might
For the sake of having you near,
In spite of a warning voice that comes in the night
It repeats, how it yells in my ear
Don't you know little fool, you never can win
Why not use your mentality, step up, wake up to reality
But each time I do, just the thought of you
Makes me stop just before I begin,
'Cause I've got you under my skin
Yes, I've got you under my skin
(I've Got You) Under My Skin
Frank Sinatra's 1956 recording of '(I've Got You) Under My Skin' stands as a quintessential example of the cool jazz-pop fusion that defined his later career. Originally written by Sammy Cahn and Jimmy Van Heusen, the song was a massive hit for Sinatra, showcasing his ability to blend vocal control with a sophisticated, understated delivery that became his signature. The track features a distinctive, swinging rhythm section that propelled it into the pop charts, cementing its place in the Great American Songbook. While often associated with his earlier romantic ballads, this recording demonstrates Sinatra's versatility and his mastery of mid-tempo standards. It remains a staple of his discography, frequently performed live and recorded on subsequent albums, reflecting its enduring appeal and status as a definitive mid-century pop classic.