Be A Ladies' Man (He's A Ladies' Man) [Mgm 1947]
Mel Torme · Other Songs - Mel Torme
The boy's despair, the girl's delight
The women's home companion is his name
He's a clown, he's a wit
The co-eds say that he's got it
Corda, Flo, Millie,
And what he does to flappers is a shame
A dirty shame
Walks collegiate, collegiate clothes
He's a ladies man
Gets that swagger gets that pose
He's a ladies man
As a lover the boy's a star
When he gets 'em inside his car
He goes over the course in par
He's a ladies man
In a pinch, in a clinch
Better leave yourself lots of headroom
Put on the breaks
When he mistakes
A rumble seat for a bedroom
Walks collegiate, collegiate clothes
He's a ladies man
Gets that swagger and gets that pose
He's a ladies man
Got a lot of energy and lots of class
He would be a catch for any lucky lass
But 'till he pops the question better block that pass
With a kick
Or a boot
Or a laugh or a hoot even though he is cute
He's a man!
He's man's man
What a man, what a man, what a man!
Be A Ladies' Man (He's A Ladies' Man)
Mel Tormé's 1947 recording of "Be A Ladies' Man (He's A Ladies' Man)" captures the polished sophistication that defined his early career. Released during a period when the crooner style dominated American popular music, the track showcases Tormé's precise diction and smooth phrasing. This MGM recording stands as a testament to his ability to navigate swing and pop standards with effortless charm. The song reflects the playful, romantic themes prevalent in his discography from the late 1940s, highlighting his status as a leading vocalist of the era. While often associated with his later jazz explorations, this work remains a quintessential example of his classic pop vocal style, demonstrating the technical control that earned him the nickname "The Velvet Fog." It remains a significant song in his extensive catalogue of recordings.