Nat “King” Cole

I went to Londontown
To clear up my mind
Then on to Paris
For the fun I couldn't find
I found I couldn't leave my memories behind
Where can I go without you?

Tried seeing Singapore
But that wouldn't do
Went to Vienna
But I found you there, too
Even in Switzerland, your memory came through
Where can I go without you?

I wanted travel, I wanted romance
I chased that rainbow across the sea
I'm tired of faces, and quaint old places
If you can't be there with me

Back on the boat again
And farewell to France
Farewell to Londontown
They haven't a chance
I'll trade the sights I've seen
For just one loving glance
Where can I go without you?

Interlude
I'm tired of faces, and quaint old places
If you can't be there with me

Back on the boat again
And farewell to France
Farewell to Londontown
They haven't a chance
I'll trade the sights I've seen
For just one loving glance
Where can I go without you?

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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