Something's Coming
Johnny Mathis · Other Songs - Johnny Mathis
Who Knows?
There's something due any day
I will know, right away
Soon as it shows
It may come cannonballing down
Through the sky
Gleam in its eye, bright as rose
Who knows?
It's only just out of reach
Down the block, on a beach
under a tree
I got a feeling there's a miracle due
Gonna come true, comin' to me
Could it be, yes it could
Something's comin', something good
If I can wait
Something's comin'
I don't know what it is
But it is gonna be great
With a click, with a shock
Phone'll jingle, door will knock
Open the latch
Something's comin'
Don't know when
But it's soon
Catch the moon
One handed catch
Around the corner
Or whistlin' down the river
Come on, deliver to me
Will it be, yes it will
Maybe just by holding still
It'll be there
Come on, something
Come on in
Don't be shy
Meet a guy
Pull up a chair
The air is humming
And something great is coming
Who knows?
It's only just out of reach
Down the block, on a beach
Maybe tonight
Maybe tonight
Maybe tonight!
Something's Coming - Johnny Mathis
Johnny Mathis's rendition of 'Something's Coming' stands as a definitive example of his mastery over the romantic ballad. Originally recorded for the 1946 film 'On the Town,' the song was later popularized by the 1958 musical 'West Side Story,' where it became an iconic anthem for the character Bernardo. Mathis's version, characterized by its smooth, baritone delivery and lush orchestration, captures the song's underlying tension and anticipation without the narrative drama of the stage production. As a staple of the Great American Songbook, the track exemplifies the mid-20th-century jazz-pop fusion that defined Mathis's career. His interpretation emphasizes the emotional weight of the lyrics, transforming the piece into a timeless standard that continues to resonate with audiences across generations. The recording remains a critical song in his discography, showcasing his ability to convey deep feeling through subtle vocal inflections and a rich, warm tone.