Nat “King” Cole

Stay in my heart where I lead you
Stay where a kiss won't mislead you
Don't ever think of going far
You'll have me following where you are

Stay where my arms can reach for you
Close to the lips that adore you
And even though it's time to go
You'll like it better if you stay

Don't ever think of going far
You'll have me following where you are

Stay where my arms can reach for you
Close to the lips that adore you
And even though it's time to go
You'll like it better if you stay
You'll like it better if you stay

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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