There's A Small Hotel
Petula Clark · Other Songs - Petula Clark
Somewhere alone with you
It could be oh, so gay, Junior
You need a laugh
Or two
A certain place I know, Frankie
Where funny people can have fun
That's where the two will go,
Darling
Before you can count up
One, two, three.
For there's a small hotel
With a wishing well
I wish that we were there together
There's a bridal suite
One room bright and neat
Complete for us to
Share together
Looking through the window
You can see a distant steeple
Not a sign of people who
Wants people?
When the steeple bell says,
"Good night, sleep well,"
We'll thank the small hotel
Together
We'll creep into our little shell
And we will thank the small hotel together
There's A Small Hotel
Petula Clark's rendition of 'There's A Small Hotel' stands as a defining moment in her early career, showcasing her ability to interpret sophisticated material with warmth and clarity. Originally composed by Noël Coward, the song became a signature piece for Clark during her formative years in the United Kingdom before she achieved massive international success. Her recording captures the gentle, nostalgic atmosphere of the composition, highlighting her distinctive vocal tone and phrasing. This track exemplifies the polished style that characterized her initial body of work, bridging the gap between traditional British pop and the emerging sounds of the era. As part of her extensive catalogue, the song remains a beloved example of her artistry, reflecting the timeless quality that has sustained her reputation across generations of listeners.