Hallelujah, I Love Her So
Sammy Davis Jr. · Other Songs - Sammy Davis Jr.
She is my baby and she lives next door
Every mornin' 'fore the sun comes up
She brings me coffee in my favorite cup
That's why I know, yes, I know
Hallelujah, I just love her so
When I'm in trouble and I have no friend
I know she'll go with me until the end
Everybody asks me how I know
I smile at them and say, "She told me so"
That's why I know, oh, I know
Hallelujah, I just love her so
Now, if I call her on the telephone
And tell her that I'm all alone
By the time I count from one to four
I hear her [KNOCK-KNOCK-KNOCK-KNOCK] on my door
In the evening when the sun goes down
When there is nobody else around
She kisses me and she holds me tight
And tells me, "Daddy, everything's all right"
That's why I know, yes, I know
Hallelujah, I just love her so
Now, if I call her on the telephone
And tell her that I'm all alone
By the time I count from one to four
I hear her [KNOCK-KNOCK-KNOCK-KNOCK] on my door
In the evening when the sun goes down
When there is nobody else around
She kisses me and she holds me tight
And tells me, "Daddy, everything's all right"
That's why I know, yes, I know
Hallelujah, I just love her so
Oh, hallelujah
Don't you know, I just love her so
She's my little woman, waitin' all this time
Babe, I'm a little fool for you, little girl.
About Hallelujah, I Love Her So
Sammy Davis Jr.'s "Hallelujah, I Love Her So" stands as a quintessential example of his unique ability to blend jazz sophistication with popular appeal. Recorded during the height of his career, the track showcases his signature vocal style, characterized by a smooth, charismatic delivery that effortlessly navigated the boundaries between R&B, jazz, and show business. As a central figure in the integration of black and white entertainment, Davis often utilized songs like this to highlight themes of romantic devotion and personal joy, reflecting the optimism that defined his public persona. The recording captures the essence of mid-20th-century musical theater, where the line between live performance and studio production blurred, allowing artists to craft memorable moments that resonated across diverse audiences. This particular song remains a testament to Davis's versatility and his enduring legacy as a performer who could command attention through both his singing and his stage presence.