I Ain't Got Nobody
Sammy Davis Jr. · Other Songs - Sammy Davis Jr.
There's been a sayin' goin' round
And I begin to think it's true
It's awful hard to love someone
When they don't care about you
Once I had a lovin' gal
The sweetest little thing in town
But now she's gone and left me
She done turn me down
Now I ain't got nobody, and nobody cares for me!
That's why I'm sad and lonely,
Won't somebody come and take a chance with me?
I'll sing you love songs, honey, all the time,
If you'll only say you'll be sweet gal of mine,
Oh, I ain't got nobody, nobody cares for me!
I'll sing you love songs, honey, all the time,
If you'll only say you'll be sweet gal of mine,
Oh, I ain't got nobody, nobody cares for me!
And I begin to think it's true
It's awful hard to love someone
When they don't care about you
Once I had a lovin' gal
The sweetest little thing in town
But now she's gone and left me
She done turn me down
Now I ain't got nobody, and nobody cares for me!
That's why I'm sad and lonely,
Won't somebody come and take a chance with me?
I'll sing you love songs, honey, all the time,
If you'll only say you'll be sweet gal of mine,
Oh, I ain't got nobody, nobody cares for me!
I'll sing you love songs, honey, all the time,
If you'll only say you'll be sweet gal of mine,
Oh, I ain't got nobody, nobody cares for me!
I Ain't Got Nobody
Sammy Davis Jr.'s 1956 recording of 'I Ain't Got Nobody' stands as a definitive example of the doo-wop and R&B styles he helped popularize. The track features Davis's signature smooth vocal delivery, blending soulful emotion with the polished production typical of mid-century Motown and Atlantic releases. As a staple of his discography, the song captures the melancholic yet rhythmic essence of the era, showcasing his versatility as both a singer and performer. It remains a significant piece in the catalog of American popular music, reflecting the cultural vibrancy of the late 1950s and continuing to resonate with audiences who appreciate classic soul and jazz-influenced pop.