Everything Happens To Me
Mel Torme · Other Songs - Mel Torme
You can bet your life it rains.
Tried to give a party
But the guy upstairs complains.
Guess I'll go through life
Catching colds and missing trains.
Everything happens to me.
I never miss a thing
I've had the measles and the mumps.
And every time I play an ace
My partner always trumps.
Guess I'm just a fool
Who never looks before he jumps.
Everything happens to me.
At first I thought that you would end this jinx for me.
And love would turn the trick to end despair.
Now I just cant fool this head that thinks for me.
I've mortgaged all my castles in the air.
Well I've telegraphed and phoned.
Sent an air mail special too.
Your answer was goodbye.
There was even postage due.
Fell in love just once,
And it had to be with you.
Everything happens to me.
Everything Happens To Me
Mel Torme's 1966 recording of "Everything Happens To Me" stands as a defining example of the baroque pop and lounge jazz revival that characterized his mid-career. The track showcases Torme's signature vocal style, blending a smooth, baritone delivery with intricate, jazz-influenced instrumentation that became a hallmark of his discography. Released during a period when he was actively redefining the standards of vocal jazz and pop, the song exemplifies his ability to weave complex musical arrangements with accessible melodies. It remains a staple of his catalog, frequently performed live and recorded in various sessions that highlight his versatility as a performer. The composition reflects the era's fascination with sophisticated harmony and emotional depth, cementing Torme's reputation as a pivotal figure in the genre.