Don't Worry 'bout Me
Kay Starr · Other Songs - Kay Starr
Don't worry 'bout me
I'll get along
Forget about me
Just be happy my love
Let's say that our little show is over
And so the story ends
Why not call it a day the sensible way
And still be friends
Look out for yourself
That should be the rule
Give your heart and your love
To whomever you love
Darlin' don't be a fool
Why do we cling to this old faded thing
That used to be
So if you can forget
Then don't worry 'bout me
Why should we cling to some old faded thing
That used to be
So if you can forget
Then you don't worry 'bout me
I'll get along
Forget about me
Just be happy my love
Let's say that our little show is over
And so the story ends
Why not call it a day the sensible way
And still be friends
Look out for yourself
That should be the rule
Give your heart and your love
To whomever you love
Darlin' don't be a fool
Why do we cling to this old faded thing
That used to be
So if you can forget
Then don't worry 'bout me
Why should we cling to some old faded thing
That used to be
So if you can forget
Then you don't worry 'bout me
Don't Worry 'bout Me
Kay Starr's 1958 recording of 'Don't Worry 'bout Me' stands as a definitive example of doo-wop harmony and vocal arrangement. Released during the height of the R&B and early rock and roll era, the track showcases Starr's signature smooth tenor voice and the tight, interwoven harmonies characteristic of her work with The Chordettes. The song captures the upbeat, optimistic spirit of the late 1950s, blending pop sensibilities with traditional gospel and jazz influences. As a staple of her discography, the recording exemplifies the polished production standards of the period and remains a celebrated song in the canon of classic American vocal music.