"Mad About the Boy" is a song originally written by Noël Coward for his 1932 play "Words and Music." However, the version popularized by Julie London was released in 1957. In the song, London expresses her infatuation and obsession with a particular boy. She finds it funny but also feels a sense of sadness and longing associated with her intense emotions towards him. The boy possesses a captivating and appealing quality, especially from his eyes, which she notices when she encounters people on the street. London admits that she is not typically sentimental and acknowledges the practicality of life, such as paying her rent, indicating she cannot afford to waste much time on love. However, she still wishes she could use some magic to destroy this intense and painful dream that engulfs her. Despite her internal struggle and inability to let go, London concludes that she cannot help being madly in love with this boy. The song portrays the universal experience of being consumed by an overpowering infatuation that defies reason and logic. Overall, "Mad About the Boy" explores themes of unrequited love, longing, and the complex emotions that can arise when one becomes infatuated with someone who may not reciprocate their feelings.
