Two Sleepy People
Dean Martin · Classic Tracks [2009]
Dean Martin & Line Renaud
[Both]
Here we are out of cigarettes
[LR] Holding hands and yawning
[DM] Look how late it gets
[Both]
Two sleepy people by dawn's early light
And too much in love to say goodnight.
[LR] Here we are in the cozy chair
[LR] Picking on a wishbone from the frigidaire
[Both]
Two sleepy people with nothing to say
And too much in love to break away.
[DM] Do you remember the nights we used to linger in the hall
[LR] Father didn't like you at all
Do you remember the reason why we marries in the fall
[DM] To rent this little nest and get a bit of rest.
[Both]
Well, here we are just above the Seine
[LR] Foggy little fella, [DM] drowsy little dame
[Both]
Two sleepy people by dawn's early light
And too much in love to say goodnight.
(Do you remember the nights we used to linger in the hall)
[LR] Father didn't like you at all
(Do you remember the reason why we marries in the fall)
[DM] To rent this little nest and [Both] get a bit of rest.
[Both]
Well, here we are just above the Seine
[LR] Foggy little fella, [DM] drowsy little dame
[Both]
Two sleepy people by dawn's early light
And too much in love to say goodnight.
[LR] Bon soir [DM] Bon nuit...
Two Sleepy People
Dean Martin's 'Two Sleepy People' stands as a quintessential example of his smooth, relaxed vocal style that defined an era of American pop and traditional pop music. Recorded during a period where Martin solidified his reputation as the King of Cool, the track showcases his ability to convey intimacy and warmth without excessive vocal gymnastics. The song fits seamlessly into his extensive discography, which spans decades of successful recordings across various labels. While often associated with his later compilations, the recording reflects the timeless quality that made Martin a staple in households and on radio stations worldwide. His delivery on this piece captures the gentle, late-night atmosphere suggested by the title, reinforcing his status as a master of understated emotional expression in the genre.