Cuddle Up A Little Closer
Louis Armstrong · Other Songs - Louis Armstrong
Lovers sat on the glist'ning sand
And they talked of love while the moon above
And the stars seemed to understand
Then she grew more cold, and he grew more bold
Till she tho't that they had better go
But altho' he heard, he not even stirred
Only murmured in tones soft and low
Cuddle up a little closer, lovey mine
Cuddle up and be my little clinging vine
Like to feel your cheek so rosy
Like to make you comfy, cozy
'Cause I love from head to toesie, lovey mine
Then she deigned to rest on his manly chest
Her dear head with its flowing curls
And she said, "I'd stay on this lap for aye
How I envy the Capland girls!"
For Miss Esquimaux, 'mid the ice and snow
Has no steam-heat when he comes to call
Not a single glim, so it's up to him
To whisper in summer or fall
Cuddle up a little closer, lovey mine
Cuddle up and be my little clinging vine
Like to feel your cheek so rosy
Like to make you comfy, cozy
'Cause I love from head to toesie, lovey mine
Cuddle Up A Little Closer
Louis Armstrong's 'Cuddle Up A Little Closer' stands as a testament to his enduring mastery of the swing and jazz idioms. As one of the most influential figures in American music, Armstrong transformed the landscape of popular song with his distinctive gravelly vocal timbre and virtuosic trumpet playing. This recording captures his signature ability to blend playful phrasing with deep emotional resonance, hallmarks that defined his extensive discography. While often overshadowed by his later ballads, this track highlights the rhythmic vitality and improvisational spirit that made him a global icon. The song remains a cherished example of his capacity to bring warmth and sophistication to the Great American Songbook, securing his legacy as a foundational artist in the genre.