The Late, Late Show
Nat King Cole · Welcome To The Club/tell Me All About Yourself [2007]
When you cuddle up and hold me tight,
Stars above, they seem to know
We're puttin' on the late late show!
Hear the crazy music in the trees,
See the flowers dancin' in the breeze,
Old man moon begins to glow,
He's joinin' in the late late show!
Birds that should be dreamin'
Start in chirpin' a song.
While fireflies are gleamin',
We kiss, ooh, kiss, ooh, all night long!
Then we amble back to my front door,
Say goodnight and then we kiss some more!
Guess you know I like you so,
It started at the late late show!
It's so cosy in the park tonight
When you cuddle up and hold me tight,
Stars above, they seem to know
We're puttin' on the late late show!
Hear the crazy music in the trees,
See the flowers dancin' in the breeze,
Old man moon begins to glow,
He's joinin' in the late late show!
Birds that should be dreamin'
Start in chirpin' a song.
While fireflies are gleamin',
We kiss, ooh, kiss, ooh, all night long!
Then we amble back to my front door,
Say goodnight and then we kiss some more!
Guess you know I like you so,
It started at the late, late, late, late, late, late,
At the late late show!
The Late, Late Show
Nat King Cole's 'The Late, Late Show' stands as a quintessential example of his sophisticated vocal style and mastery of balladry. Recorded for the compilation 'Welcome To The Club/tell Me All About Yourself [2007]', the track exemplifies Cole's ability to blend jazz sensibilities with smooth R&B phrasing, a hallmark of his career spanning the 1940s through the 1960s. The song showcases his signature warm tone and impeccable timing, delivering a performance that remains timeless within the standards repertoire. As part of his extensive discography, this recording highlights his versatility as both a vocalist and pianist, capturing the elegance and emotional depth that defined his contribution to American music. It serves as a testament to his enduring legacy as one of the most celebrated singers of the mid-20th century.