Fabulous Places
Sammy Davis Jr. · Other Songs - Sammy Davis Jr.
Such as Mexico, Sweden, Hawaii, Japan and Capri!
There are so many exciting & wonderful places!
Mountains and jungles, deserts and oases!
Pleasant as home is,
It isn't what Rome is!
So why stay there?
When there are so many fabulous faraway places to see!
Why should Spain and Tahiti and Rio
Just be only names to you and me?
I feel certain there are people
We'd be glad to know there!
So tell me why don't we get up and go there?
Go to those fabulous places we're longing to be?
Go to Bangkok & Hong Kong & Paris & Venice!
Tokyo & Cairo & Lisbon & London!
Wonderful fabulous places we're longing to see!
I'd give anything just to have one single day there!
And once we get there,
I know that we'll stay there!
Stay in those fabulous places
We're longing to be!
Such as Siam! Sienna! Vienna! Verona!
Java! Jamaica! Bombay! Barcelona!
Show me those fabulous places
We're longing to see!
Longing to see!
Longing to see!
Just you and me
Fabulous Places
Fabulous Places stands as a vibrant example of Sammy Davis Jr.'s mastery of the pop and jazz standards that defined his extensive career. Known for his dynamic stage presence and versatile vocal range, Davis frequently tackled upbeat, theatrical numbers that showcased his ability to connect with audiences through rhythm and charm. This recording captures the energetic spirit characteristic of his performances during the height of his popularity, blending smooth phrasing with an infectious sense of movement. As part of a broader discography filled with memorable hits and beloved covers, the track reflects Davis's enduring influence on American music. His work remains a testament to his skill as an entertainer who could effortlessly navigate between genres, leaving a lasting legacy through recordings that continue to resonate with listeners today.