Mañana (Is Soon Enough for Me)
Dean Martin · Everybody Loves Somebody: The Reprise Years 1962-1 [2002]
My pocket needs some money so I can't go in to town
My brother he ain't working and my sister doesn't care
The car it needs a motor so I can't go anywhere.
Manana
Manana is soon enough for me.
Once I had some money but I gave it to a friend
He said he'd pay me double he was only for a lend
But he said a little later that the horse it was so slow
Why he gave the horse my money is something I don't know.
Manana
Manana is good enough for me.
My brother took his suitcase and he went away to school
My father said he only learned to be a silly fool
My father said that I should learn to make a chili pot
But then I burned the house down the chili was too hot.
Manana
Manana is soon enough for me.
The window it is busted and the rain is coming in
If someone doesn't fix it I'll be soaking to my skin
But if we wait a day or two the rain may go away
And we don't need a window on such a lovely day.
Manana, manana is soon enough for me
Manana, manana is soon enough for me...
About Mañana (Is Soon Enough for Me)
Dean Martin's "Mañana (Is Soon Enough for Me)" exemplifies the effortless cool and smooth vocal delivery that defined his career as the King of Cool. Recorded during the early 1960s, this track showcases his mastery of the mid-tempo pop and jazz standards repertoire, blending romantic sentiment with a laid-back, sophisticated rhythm. The song reflects the era's preference for polished, understated performances where the focus remained on the artist's unique phrasing and charm rather than complex musical arrangements. Released on the compilation *Everybody Loves Somebody: The Reprise Years 1962-1*, the recording captures Martin at the peak of his commercial success, delivering a timeless message about patience and the future. It stands as a testament to his ability to transform simple lyrics into an enduring anthem of optimism. The track remains a staple of his discography, illustrating how his signature style transcended fleeting trends to create a lasting legacy in American music history.