Puttin' On the Ritz
Puttin' On the Ritz

Robbie Williams - Puttin' On the Ritz Lyrics

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Puttin' On the Ritz Lyrics

Have you seen the well-to-do
Up on lenox avenue
On that famous thoroughfare
With their noses in the air
High hats and arrowed collars
White spats and fifteen dollars
Spending every dime
On a wonderful time

If you're blue and you don't know where to go to
Why don't you go where harlem flits
Puttin' on the Ritz

Spangled gowns upon a bevy of high browns
From down the levee, all misfits
Puttin' on the Ritz

That's where each and every lulu bell goes
Every thursday evening with her swell beaus
Rubbing elbows

Come with me and we'll attend their jubilee
And see them spend their last two bits
Puttin' on the Ritz

Have you seen the well-to-do
Up on lenox avenue
On that famous thoroughfare
With their noses in the air
High hats and arrowed collars
White spats and fifteen dollars
Spending every dime
For a wonderful time

If you're blue and you don't know where to go to
Why don't you go where harlem sits
Puttin' on the Ritz

Spangled gowns upon a bevy of high browns
From down the levee, all misfits
Puttin' on the Ritz

That's where each and every lulu bell goes
Every thursday evening with her swell beaus
Rubbing elbows

Come with me and we'll attend their jubilee
And see them spend their last two bits
Puttin' on the Ritz

Writer(s): IRVING BERLIN
Copyright(s): Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who originally wrote the song 'Puttin' On the Ritz'?

    'Puttin' On the Ritz' was originally written by Irving Berlin in 1927.

  2. When did Robbie Williams release his version of 'Puttin' On the Ritz'?

    Robbie Williams released his version of 'Puttin' On the Ritz', but there is no specific release date mentioned in the provided information.

  3. What is the significance of Lenox Avenue in the lyrics?

    Lenox Avenue, mentioned in Robbie Williams's version, is a famous thoroughfare in Harlem known for its affluent residents and cultural significance during the Harlem Renaissance.

  4. How has the text of 'Puttin' On the Ritz' evolved over time?

    'Puttin' On the Ritz' has undergone several changes since its original publication. The original 1929 version referenced Harlem and Lenox Avenue, while a later 1946 rewrite by Irving Berlin for Fred Astaire's film included references to Park Avenue and Gary Cooper.

  5. Which notable artists have covered 'Puttin' On the Ritz' besides Robbie Williams?

    'Puttin' On the Ritz' has been covered by numerous artists including Harry Richman, Clark Gable, Fred Astaire, and Taco, whose 1982 version was particularly successful.

  6. What does 'high hats and arrowed collars, white spats and fifteen dollars’ refer to in the song?

    'High hats and arrowed collars, white spats and fifteen dollars’ describe fashionable attire worn by wealthy individuals during that era. It highlights their lavish lifestyle and attention to style while spending money on entertainment.

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