About the song
Rosemary Clooney sings “Half As Much” & “Botch-A-Me”
There’s something undeniably nostalgic about the sound of Rosemary Clooney’s velvety smooth voice. Her rendition of classic standards, like “Come On-A My House” and “Mambo Italiano,” has cemented her place in the hearts of music lovers for generations. But beyond these well-known hits, there are hidden gems in her discography that deserve a closer listen.
Two such tracks are “Half As Much” and “Botch-A-Me”. Both songs showcase Clooney’s ability to convey a wide range of emotions, from heartbreak to playful flirtation. “Half As Much” is a poignant ballad about the pain of unrequited love. Clooney’s soulful delivery captures the vulnerability and longing of a heart that’s been broken. The lyrics, with their simple yet evocative imagery, paint a picture of a love that’s just out of reach.
“Botch-A-Me”, on the other hand, is a more upbeat and playful number. Clooney’s charming Italian accent adds a touch of whimsy to the song, which is essentially a love letter to a man who has captured her heart. The lyrics are filled with playful banter and affectionate teasing, and Clooney’s delivery is both sassy and seductive.
These two songs, along with many others in Clooney’s extensive catalog, highlight her versatility as an artist. Whether she’s singing a heartfelt ballad or a playful tune, Clooney’s voice always sounds effortless and captivating. Her music has a timeless quality that continues to resonate with listeners of all ages.
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Lyrics
” Botch-a-Me “
Botch-a-me
I’ll-botcha you and ev’rything goes crazy
Bah-bah, botch-a-me, bambino
Bah-bah-bo, bo, boca piccolino
When you kiss me and I’m a-kissa you
Tra-la-la-la-la-loo
Bah-bah, botch-a-me, my baby
Bah-bah-bo, bo, just say “Yes” and maybe
If-a you squeeze me and I’m a-squeeza you
Tra-la-la-la-la-loo
Bee-oo, bye-oh, bee-oo, boo
Won’t you botch-a-, botch-a-me
Bee-oo, bye-oh, bee-oo, boo
When you botch-a-me
I a-botcha you and ev’rything goes crazy
Bah-bah, botch-a-me, bambino
Bah-bah-bo, bo, boca piccolino
And then we will raise a great big family
Tra-la-la-la-la-lee
Botch-a-me
I’ll-botcha you and ev’rything goes crazy
Bah-bah, botch-a-me, my baby
Bah-bah-bo, bo, just say “Yes” and maybe
If-a you squeeze me and I’m a-squeeza you
Tra-la-la-la-la-loo
Bee-oo, bye-oh, bee-oo, boo
Won’t you botch-a, botch-a-me “Kiss me”
Bee-oo, bye-oh, bee-oo, boo
When you botch-a-me
I a-botcha you
“C’mon a-you, kissa me, eh”
Bah-bah, botch-a-me, bambino
Bah-bah-bo, bo, boca piccolino
And then we will raise a great big family
Tra la la la la
Bee-oo, bye-oh, bee-oo, boo
Botch-a-me, bambino, botch-a-me
“That’s nice”