I Won't Dance

Johnny Mathis · Other Songs - Johnny Mathis

I won't dance, don't ask me

I won't dance, don't ask me

I won't dance, Madame, with you

My heart won't let my feet do things that they should do



You know what?, you're lovely

You know what?, you're so lovely

And, oh, what you do to me

I'm like an ocean wave that's bumped on the shore

I feel so absolutely stumped on the floor



When you dance, you're charming and you're gentle

'specially when you do the Continental

But this feeling isn't purely mental

For, heaven rest us, I am not asbestos



And that's why

I won't dance, why should I?

I won't dance, how could I?

I won't dance, merci beaucoup

I know that music leads the way to romance,

So if I hold you in arms I won't dance



I won't dance, don't ask me,

I won't dance, don't ask me

I won't dance, Madame, with you

My heart won't let me feet do things that they want to do



You know what?, you're lovely,

Ring-a-ding-ding, you're lovely

And, oh, what you do to me

I'm like an ocean wave that's bumped on the shore

I feel so absolutely stumped on the floor



When you dance, you're charming and you're gentle

'specially when you do the Continental

But this feeling isn't purely mental

For, heaven rest us, I am not asbestos



And that's why

I won't dance, I won't dance

I won't dance, merci beaucoup

I know that music leads the way to romance

So if I hold you in arms I won't dance!!

About I Won't Dance

Johnny Mathis's "I Won't Dance" stands as a quintessential example of his mastery in the romantic ballad genre, characterized by his signature smooth vocal delivery and lush orchestral arrangements. Released during the mid-20th century, the track exemplifies the polished sound of the era, blending traditional pop sensibilities with a sophisticated emotional depth that defined Mathis's career. The song's enduring appeal lies in its timeless melody and the artist's ability to convey longing and melancholy without relying on dramatic theatricality. As a staple of his discography, "I Won't Dance" remains a representative work of his catalog, showcasing the delicate interplay between his voice and the music that made him a household name for love songs. Its inclusion in collections of classic romantic music underscores its status as a definitive recording that captured the heart of the period.