Nat “King” Cole

There's just one place for me
Near you
It's like heaven to be
Near you

Times when we're apart
I can't face my heart
Say you'll never stray
More than just two lips away

*If my hours could be spent
Near you
I'd be more than content
Near you

Make my life worthwhile
By telling me that I'll
Spend the rest of my days
Near you

Repeat from *

I'll spend the rest of my days
Near you
Spend the rest of my days
Near you (and fade)

Nathaniel Adams Coles (17 March 1919 – 15 February 1965) was born in Montgomery, Alabama and used the stage name Nat “King” Cole throughout his career as a jazz pianist and later as a singer.

Cole’s first mainstream hit was “Straighten Up and Fly Right” in 1943. Bo Diddley, who performed similar folk-based material said that song was a big influence on him.

In the late 40s, Cole began recording more pop-oriented material. His stature as a pop singer was cemented by hits like “Route 66”, “Mona Lisa” and “Unforgettable”. In the 50s, virtually every home had a copy of his Christmas album.

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