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Dana Countryman's SWINGVILLE!

by Dana Countryman

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WHADDYA SAY? (Music by Dana Countryman Words by Frank M. Young) Whaddaya say we run away and take a trip on a choo-choo train? It could be sweet to grab a seat on an aeroplane Take to the sky, just you and I We might discover a wonderland Kick off our shoes and lose our blues in the summer sand I hear the weather’s good in Hollywood I’m sure that you’ll agree. Or if we want snow, some Eskimo can teach us how to ski. So baby, whaddaya say, let’s leave today and get away from the telephone Wake up in some new land off on our own And, baby, through it all we’ll have a ball No matter where we’ll be Whaddaya say that we get away and have a change of scenery? So, whaddaya say, let’s leave today and get away from the telephone Wake up in some new land off on our own And, baby, through it all we’ll have a ball No matter where we’ll be Whaddaya say that we get away Leave all our blues for another day Oh, whaddaya say - let’s have a change of scenery? Baby, just you and me Let’s take a holiday, so Whadday Say? ©2023 Friends Romans Music BMI / Eubie’s Tunes BMI
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DON’T KNOW A THING ABOUT YOU (Dana Countryman / Frank M. Young) I’m a whiz at any quiz, I’ve written a crossword or two But all at once, I’m a great big dunce, ‘cause I don’t know a thing about you I’ve got degrees and PhD’s from Harvard and Yale and Purdue Nonetheless, I’m a fool, I guess ‘cause I don’t know a thing about you Your beauty outshines any Vargas girl, your eyes are a breathtaking view and even the finest art in the Louvre, can’t hold a candle to you I can name most ev’ry dame who’s starred in a play or revue I know a lot about ev’ry plot, but I don’t know a thing about you I’m not so smart, ‘cause you stole my heart and I don’t know a thing about you © 2023 Friends Romans Music/Eubie’s Tunes BMI
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THE FACTORY GIRL FROM BELLINGHAM (Dana Countryman) She rolls out of bed before the break of dawn At 7:05, she has her overalls on She’s doing her part to help her Uncle Sam THE FACTORY GIRL FROM BELLINGHAM The prettiest welder that you’ve ever seen is climbin’ aboard her private B-17 She’s building a plane as good as any man THE FACTORY GIRL FROM BELLINGHAM Down on the assembly line, headin’ for victory Makin’ her quota ev’ry time, workin’ for you and for me She’s datin’ an Army boy, his name is Hank She’s thinkin’ of him, as she’s assemblin’ a tank, And when he comes home, he’ll have a wedding band, for the THE FACTORY GIRL FROM BELLINGHAM She’s takin her lunch down on the loading dock but quick as a flash, the gal is back on the clock She never expects a single “thank you, m’aam” The factory girl from Washington State, I’m tellin’ you, this gal is great and she’s from Bellingham She’s from Bellingham She’s from Bellingham THE FACTORY GIRL FROM BELLINGHAM ©2023 Friends / Romans Music, BMI
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I CAN’T HELP BUT DREAM OF YOU (Dana Countryman / Ken Morrison) More and more I find you’re always on my mind I can’t resist, no matter what I do I guess I’m falling deep, ‘cause when I fall asleep, I CAN’T HELP BUT DREAM OF YOU Something in your smile makes ev’ry day worthwhile, I get a thrill when you come into view And, when I close my eyes, it’s you I visualize I CAN’T HELP BUT DREAM OF YOU I can’t help but smile when you are near to me I guess it’s just because you make me happy All at once, it’s all become so clear to me that you were meant for me, the one heaven sent for me With your hand in mine, my heart’s a valentine and you’re the only one I’d give mine to We kissed and then I fell Now I’m under your spell I CAN’T HELP BUT DREAM OF YOU © 2023 Friends Romans Music/ Morrie Morrison Music
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PICK UP THE PIECES (Dana Countryman) When you’re driving through a mountain pass, And your car conks out, ’cause you’re out of gas Better stick out your thumb, until you’re home at last Pick up the pieces and dust yourself off When the hour is getting very late, and your best girl never shows for up your date Better go to Plan B and find another mate Pick up the pieces and dust yourself off When life is getting you down and out, you’ve got no reason to sing But what’s the use when you sit and pout? It never solves a thing When your boss tells you he wants to meet When he shuts the door, and says “Have a seat” When you suddenly find yourself out on the street Pick up the pieces, and dust yourself off Hang onto a happy thought, whenever you’re feelin’ blue A frown never did you a lot A smile looks better on you When the horse you’ve picked is sure to win, and you place your bet with a dopey grin But he comes in last place, and you’re in hock again Pick up the pieces Pick up the pieces Dust yourself off and start all over again ©2023 Friends Romans Music, BMI
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MELANCHOLY MOON (Dana Countryman / Scott Bennett) We danced in the dark to the radio playing our favorite tune We floated like butterflies, lost in each others’ eyes underneath a Melancholy Moon And there in the night as he held me tight, I felt my heart start to swoon And as he was thrilling me, I kissed him willingly underneath a Melancholy Moon The stars effervesced as his lips caressed mine Softly, he whispered my name There, in the dark, love began as a spark setting my heart aflame I’ll never forget the first night we met Funny how romance can bloom And through the years, he will be dancing each night with me underneath a Melancholy Moon Then, one day I noticed a distant smile, a faraway look in his eyes He said goodbye with a kiss and a sigh, and took my heart by surprise I think of him still, and I always will How could our love end so soon? And now I sit and I yearn, hoping for his return underneath a Melancholy Moon Underneath a Melancholy Moon © 2023 Friends Romans Music BMI Fur Vest Music BMI
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THERE’S NO ONE TO BLAME BUT YOU (Dana Countryman) Never thought I could feel like this You started something with just a kiss Now, I’m startin’ to fall, I’m blaming it all on you Laughin’ at Cupid, what did I know? He laughed at me, and he pulled back his bow Though he took his aim, There’s no one to blame but you You’ve got me spinnin’ daydreams, My head is in a whirl This kind of thing just keeps happening whenever a boy meets girl Guess I was fallin’ right from the start Baby, you’ve upset my apple cart, and now ain’t it a shame, There’s no one to blame but you I walk around and whistle I smile at rainbows, too I’m actin’ strange, but I guess the change Is simply because of you Guess I was fallin’ right from the start Baby, you’ve upset my apple cart, and now ain’t it a shame, There’s no one to blame but you ©2023 Friends Romans Music, BMI
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I’D BE A MILLIONAIRE (Countryman / Morrison) I might not have a mansion, only castles in the air If I had a a penny for all my dreams, I’d be a millionaire And when it comes to kisses, you give me more than my share If I had a penny for ev’ry kiss, I’d be a millionaire Now, I regret that we’re in debt, the world might say we’re poor But if romance was money, honey who could ask for more? I may not have a dime If I have you, why should I care? I may not be rich, but I’ve found my niche with love beyond compare As long as I have you, I’m just as rich as any millionaire © 2023 Friends Romans Music BMI
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ONE OF THESE DAYS (Dana Countryman) One of these days, you’re gonna be sorry that you broke my heart in two One of these days, somebody you love is gonna do the same to you You’re gonna feel the way I felt the day you said goodbye He’s gonna break your heart and leave you to cry the way that I cried One of these days, I’m not gonna answer when you try to telephone ‘Cause I’ll be out with some other dancer when you’re home and all alone No one to call your one and only What a shame when you’re sad and lonely One of these days you’re gonna run back to me One day, he’ll break your heart the way that you broke mine All you’ll end up with is a crumpled valentine You should have listened to your friends, after all Your humpty dumpty heart is headin’ for a fall One day, you’ll wonder why you ever let me go That’s when I’ll whisper to myself “I told you so“ Well, toodle-oo, someone new just took your place Have your fun, I’ll see you one of these days One of these days I’m not gonna be there when you call One of these days I’m not gonna catch you when you fall No one to call your one and only What a shame when you’re sad and lonely One of these days you’re gonna run back to me One of these days you’re gonna come back to me One of these days you’re gonna run back to me ©2023 Friends Romans Music, BMI
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DREAMIN’ TIME (Dana Countryman) It’s Dreamin’ Time It’s time for bed ‘cause it’s Dreamin’ Time Lay down your head and close those eyes, sleepy eyes and dream Dreamin’ time Time to count sheep ‘cause it’s Dreamin’ Time Drift off to sleep and close those eyes, sleepy eyes and dream Put away the cares of this world that make it so hard to smile Now’s the time to fall fast asleep and dream awhile, dream awhile Dreamin’ Time I’ll hit the light ‘cause it’s Dreamin’ Time Just say good-night and drift away, go to sleep and dream It’s Dreamin’ Time Close your eyes and dream ©2023 Friends Romans Music, BMI
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BREAK IT TO ME GENTLY (Dana Countryman) BREAK IT TO ME GENTLY when you break my heart I should have seen it coming from the very start But I never dreamed in a million years, that you would end our love affair Guess I was dumb, just as dumb as they come to think that you’d care I hadn’t a prayer You played me for a fool and now I understand that all along you must have had this whole thing planned And so before you go and tear my world apart BREAK IT TO ME GENTLY when you break my heart What is this note you’ve handed me? I see a tear in your eye Where is the smile I used to know? Are you now saying goodbye? In a moment, I will open this but first, I’m begging of you Chorus, then BREAK IT TO ME GENTLY Treat me sentiment’ly BREAK IT TO ME GENTLY when you break my heart © 2023 Friends Romans Music, BMI
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SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG (Dana Countryman / Ken Morrison) Dark clouds may loom above Who cares when you’re in love? When it’s sunny skies that you’re dreamin’ of, just SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG Some things I can’t resist Your smile is on that list Eve’ry time I walk with you through the mist, I SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG Give a whistle To the change in the atmosphere Just a whistle And the rainiest day seems crystal clear So when clouds start to form, don’t worry ‘bout a storm All you need to do to to keep yourself warm is SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG Rain, rain, go away Come again some other day INST Take a simple little tip from me, whenever the skies look gray Whistle up a little melody, and you’ll whistle all your blues away So, when clouds start to form, don’t worry ‘bout a storm All you need to do to keep yourself warm is SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG ©2023 Friends/Romans Music, BMI/ Morrie Morrison Music, ASCAP
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SOMEONE I CAN’T FORGET (Dana Countryman) He does something to me Just his smile sends chills right through me Funny how I can’t get that guy out of my mind But he slipped through my fingers, and the thought of him still lingers All that I know; the gentleman’s one of a kind When I dream, I only dream about him I don’t know how I can go on living without him I met a guy, a wonderful guy He lit a match for my cigarette, and set my heart aflame I don’t even know his name, But he’s Someone I Can’t Forget He’s kinda shy, but he caught my eye He’s not at all like others I’ve met Now I can’t sleep a wink, I just lie awake and think about Someone I Can’t Forget Why did I let him walk away? I could have at least said hello I never should have let him go I wonder if he, even noticed me… If I don’t find that man on my mind, I know I’ll live a life of regret So, I wander down the street, hoping once again I’ll meet that Someone I Can’t Forget Someone I Can’t Forget ©2023 Friends Romans Music, BMI
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WHY DONCHA KISS ME, HONEY (Dana Countryman) Why don’cha kiss me, honey, like you kissed before, and hold me like you used to do? Remember, you couldn’t wait to neck? Well, now I’m lucky if I get a little peck You used to hug and squeeze me, Come and squeeze some more I haven’t changed a thing, so whatcha waitin’ for? I’ve got a lotta hugs and kisses left in store Why doncha kiss me, honey, like you kissed before? Look at that moon up in the sky, bright as a moon can be Looks like he’s giving us the eye, winkin’ at you and me Seems like such a long time since we’ve embraced I hate to see moonlight go to waste I’m cravin’ your kisses, so kiss me like you used to do Why don’cha kiss me, honey, like you kissed before, and hold me like you used to do? Remember how we dimmed the lights to neck? Well, now I’m lucky if I get a little peck You used to hug and squeeze me, Come and squeeze some more I haven’t changed a thing, so whatcha waitin’ for? I’ve got a lotta hugs and kisses left in store Why don’cha kiss me, honey like you used to do? I’ve got a good supply of kisses just for you So cuddle up and kiss me like you kissed before © 2023 Friends Romans Music, BMI
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YOU STOLE THE WAY TO MY HEART (Dana Countryman) I was a dreamer, you were a schemer I should’ve known from the start ‘Cause you had somethin’ cookin’ when I wasn’t lookin’, YOU STOLE THE WAY TO MY HEART We took to kissin’ Hey man, but listen I guess that wasn’t too smart, because I let it happen, fell into the trap and YOU STOLE THE WAY TO MY HEART I should’ve known from the moment you smiled that I’d give into your charms I’d be the one who’d come runnin’ whenever you called me to your arms Now, it’s all over I’m in the clover There’s not a chance that we’ll part Before I knew what hit me, that lovebug had bit me and YOU STOLE THE WAY TO MY HEART You stole the way to my heart You stole the way to, and you’re here to stay, too YOU STOLE THE WAY TO MY HEART ©2023 Friends Romans Music, BMI
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OUR FIRST CHRISTMAS TOGETHER (Dana Countryman / Frank M.Young) We couldn’t afford a real Christmas tree We didn’t have much, I recall But from the first moment your hand touched mine, you gave me the best gift of all The sleigh rides we took in the park Walks in the snow in the moonlight Tender mem’ries of the start of our love Our First Christmas Together A candlelit dinner for two Carolers off in the distance Mem’ries through the years are sweet souvenirs Our First Christmas Together You were in my dreams when I was far away, counting ev’ry day we were apart Ev’ry night I said a special prayer for you You were always there within my heart And now we hold hands by the fire, while we reminisce ev’ry Christmas As the snowflakes fall, we sit and recall Our First Christmas Together INST As the snowflakes fall, we sit and recall our first kiss that December We’ll always remember Our First Christmas Together ©2023 Friends Romans Music BMI / Eubie’s Tunes BMI
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WHADDYA SAY? (Music by Dana Countryman Lyrics by Frank M. Young) Whaddaya say we run away and take a trip on a choo-choo train? It could be sweet to grab a seat on an aeroplane Take to the sky, just you and I We might discover a wonderland Kick off our shoes and lose our blues in the summer sand I hear the weather’s good in Hollywood I’m sure that you’ll agree. Or if we want snow, some Eskimo can teach us how to ski. So baby, whaddaya say, let’s leave today and get away from the telephone Wake up in some new land off on our own And, baby, through it all we’ll have a ball No matter where we’ll be Whaddaya say that we get away and have a change of scenery? So, whaddaya say, let’s leave today and get away from the telephone Wake up in some new land off on our own And, baby, through it all we’ll have a ball No matter where we’ll be Whaddaya say that we get away Leave all our blues for another day Oh, whaddaya say - let’s have a change of scenery? Baby, just you and me Let’s take a holiday, so Whadday Say? ©2023 Friends Romans Music BMI / Eubie’s Tunes BMI
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SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG (Dana Countryman / Ken Morrison) Dark clouds may loom above Who cares when you’re in love? When it’s sunny skies that you’re dreamin’ of, just SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG Some things I can’t resist Your smile is on that list Eve’ry time I walk with you through the mist, I SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG Give a whistle To the change in the atmosphere Just a whistle And the rainiest day seems crystal clear So when clouds start to form, don’t worry ‘bout a storm All you need to do to to keep yourself warm is SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG Rain, rain, go away Come again some other day INST Take a simple little tip from me, whenever the skies look gray Whistle up a little melody, and you’ll whistle all your blues away So, when clouds start to form, don’t worry ‘bout a storm All you need to do to keep yourself warm is SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG SING A LITTLE RAINBOW SONG ©2023 Friends/Romans Music, BMI/ Morrie Morrison Music, ASCAP
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BEAUTIFUL, WONDERFUL YOU w&m: Dana Countryman There've been so many moments in my life I won't forget Of all my fav'rite moments is the moment we first met I never thought twice about livin' alone I didn't mind when I dined on my own But that was before I met BEAUTIFUL, WONDERFUL YOU I didn't know much about love and romance Then I saw you, and I knew at a glance that you were the one for me BEAUTIFUL, WONDERFUL YOU One look at you and I knew what to do, when you suddenly smiled at me You didn't resist when I kissed you and you kissed me back so tenderly Now I find my temp'rature's risin' when you're in my arms My heart is settin' off fire alarms And all of my friends say there's only one thing left to do Put a ring on the finger of BEAUTIFUL, WONDERFUL YOU ©2024 Friends Romans Music

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released July 29, 2023

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Dana Countryman Seattle, Washington

This artist remains a mystery. He never performs live in concert, these days. Deeply allergic to hip-hop and most modern radio sounds, he stays happy in his retro pop world.

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