I Got Plenty O' Nuttin'
Mel Torme · Other Songs - Mel Torme
And nuttin's plenty for me
I got no car, got no mule
I got no misery
De folks wid plenty o' plenty
Got a lock on de door
'Fraid somebody's a-goin' to rob 'em
While dey's out a-makin' more
What for?
I got no lock on de door
Dat's no way to be
Dey kin steal de rug from de floor
Dat's okeh wid me
'Cause de things dat I prize
Like de stars in de skies
All are free
Oh, I got plenty o' nuttin'
And nuttin's plenty for me
I got a gal, got my song
Got Hebben the whole day long
No use complaining
Got my gal, got my Lawd
Got my song
Oh, I got plenty o' nuttin'
And nuttin's plenty for me
I got the sun, got the moon
Got the deep blue sea
De foks wid plenty o' plenty
Got to pray all de day
Seems wid plenty you sure got to worry
How to keep the debbel away
Away
I ain't frettin 'bout hell
'Till de time arrive
Never worry long as I'm well
Never one to strive
To be good, to be bad
What the hell
I is glad I's alive
Oh, I got plenty o' nuttin'
And nuttin's plenty for me
I got a gal, got my song
Got Hebben the whole day long
No use complaining
Got my gal, got my Lawd
Got my song
I Got Plenty O' Nuttin' by Mel Torme
Mel Torme's "I Got Plenty O' Nuttin" stands as a quintessential example of his smooth, jazz-inflected pop style, characterized by his signature crooning delivery and sophisticated harmonic progressions. Released during the late 1960s, the track exemplifies the era's shift toward more introspective and melodic songwriting, blending R&B sensibilities with a polished vocal approach that became a hallmark of Torme's career. The song's title and lyrical theme reflect a sense of contentment and optimism, themes Torme often explored in his work to connect with listeners seeking emotional resonance. As a staple of his discography, the recording showcases his ability to navigate complex arrangements while maintaining a warm, accessible tone that defined his contribution to mid-century American music.