Clip of the Day – Ain’t Misbehavin’ by Fats Waller

The title of this song was mutated into quaint misbehavin’ in last Sunday’s NYT crossword.

This song was first recorded in 1929, and it would be easier to say who hasn’t recorded this song than who has.

In 2001, it was one of 365 Songs of the Century selected by the RIAA.

No one to talk with, all by myself
No one to walk with, but I’m happy on the shelf
Ain’t misbehavin’, I’m savin’ my love for you.

I know for certain the one you love
I’m through with flirtin’, it’s just you I’m thinkin’ of
Ain’t Misbehavin’, I’m savin’ my love for you.

Like Jack Horner in the corner
don’t go nowhere, what do I care
Your kisses are worth waitin’ for . . . Believe me.

I don’t stay out late, don’t care to go
I’m home about 8, just me and my radio
Ain’t Misbehavin’, I’m savin’ my love for you.