Keep Cool, Fool
Ella Fitzgerald · Other Songs - Ella Fitzgerald
Keep cool, fool, 'cause you don't know what you're doing
Keep cool, fool, if you don't know what you're doing
Or else you're gonna bring somebody down
Keep cool, fool, if you don't want any trouble
Keep cool, fool, 'cause you don't know what you're saying
Keep cool, fool, if you don't know what you're saying
Or else you're gonna bring somebody down
Twice
It's better to be big than to be small
(Twice, once, twice)
It ain't nice
Or just like Humpty Dumpty on the wall
Well, you're going to fall
Keep cool, fool, if you don't want any trouble
Keep cool, fool, or your trouble will go double
Keep cool, fool; don't you blow up like a bubble
Or else you're gonna bring somebody down
Twice
It's better to be big than to be small
(Twice, once, twice)
It ain't nice
Or just like Humpty Dumpty on the wall
Well, you're going to fall
Like the bear
Going nowhere, oh, Brother Rufus
No, I'm like the chicken
Always sticking
That's why I say to you
Keep cool, fool
Keep cool, fool
Oh, keep cool, fool
If you don't know what you're doing
Or else you're gonna bring somebody down
Or else you're gonna bring somebody down
Or else you're gonna bring somebody down
Keep Cool, Fool
Ella Fitzgerald's 'Keep Cool, Fool' stands as a testament to her mastery of swing and jazz vocal stylings. Throughout her extensive career, Fitzgerald demonstrated an unparalleled ability to navigate complex rhythms and deliver emotionally resonant performances that defined an era. This recording captures her signature warmth and improvisational flair, showcasing the dynamic range that made her a central figure in American music. While often associated with her vast discography of standards and pop adaptations, this track highlights her capacity to infuse upbeat numbers with genuine personality. The song remains a compelling example of her contribution to the genre, reflecting the playful yet polished approach that characterized much of her work during her most prolific years.