Teach Me Tonight
Sammy Davis Jr. · Other Songs - Sammy Davis Jr.
Well, don't think I'm trying not to learn
Since this is the perfect spot to learn
Teach me tonight
Starting with the A-B-C of it
Getting right down to the X-Y-Z of it
Help me solve the mystery of it
Teach me tonight
The sky's a blackboard high above you
And if a shooting star goes by
I'll use that star to write "I love you"
A thousand times across the sky
One thing isn't very clear, my love
Teachers shouldn't stand so near, my love
Graduation's almost here, my love
You'd better teach me tonight
I've played loves scenes in a flick or two
And I've also met a chick or two
But I still can learn a trick or two
Hey, teach me tonight
I who thought I knew the score of it
Kind of think I should know much more of it
Off the wall, the bed, the floor of it
Hey, teach me tonight
The midnight hours come slowly creeping
When there's no one there but you
There must be more to life than sleeping
Single in a bed for two
What I need most is post graduate
What I feel is hard to articulate
If you want me to matriculate
You'd better teach me tonight
What do you get for lessons?
Teach me
Come on and teach me
Teach me tonight
Teach Me Tonight
Sammy Davis Jr. remains one of the most versatile and influential performers in American music history, celebrated for his seamless integration of jazz, pop, and R&B. His extensive catalogue showcases a masterful command of rhythm and phrasing, allowing him to navigate complex arrangements with effortless grace. "Teach Me Tonight" exemplifies the polished vocal style that defined much of his mid-career output, reflecting the sophisticated swing and emotional depth characteristic of his live performances. Throughout his long tenure, Davis consistently delivered recordings that bridged generational divides, earning him a reputation as a consummate showman. This track stands as a testament to his enduring ability to interpret material with both technical precision and heartfelt expression, securing his legacy within the broader landscape of twentieth-century popular music.

