That Was A Big Fat Lie
Louis Prima · Other Songs - Louis Prima
Why, if you told me night was day, I wouldn't doubt it.
Baby, if you told me that the world I thought was round, was flat,
Not one of my eyelids would bat, I'm easily touted.
But when it comes to matters of the heart,
I, and my belief in you, just part
I kind of believed you when you said your nights were lonely,
Til the day that I came by.
But when you whisper'd that I was your one and only
That was a big fat lie.
I should have been wiser than I was and seen right through you,
But the moon got in my eye.
That stuff about "I never lived until I knew you"
That was a big fat lie.
You must have started to fib when you were wearing a bib,
And such a habit's hard to break.
A little lie is OK, but when you lie night and day,
That's more than even I can take.
You told me we ought to marry and I let you sway me,
Kissed my happy days goodbye,
And when you told that man you'd honour and obey me
That was a big fat lie
An over exaggeration of a super prevarication of a big fat lie!
That Was A Big Fat Lie
Louis Prima's "That Was A Big Fat Lie" stands as a quintessential example of his energetic swing style, blending jazz improvisation with the infectious rhythms of the 1930s. As a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance and a pioneer of the Dixieland revival, Prima infused his recordings with a unique blend of brass ensemble virtuosity and comedic flair. The track exemplifies his ability to craft catchy, danceable numbers that defined the era of big band music. While often associated with his most famous hit "Ain't Misbehavin'," this song showcases his versatility and commitment to musical innovation. It remains a staple of swing repertoire, capturing the spirit of an age defined by lively social dancing and the vibrant sounds of New Orleans jazz.

