About The Song
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"Bad Boy" is a song by The Beatles that was released on their 1965 album "Beatles VI." It was written by Larry Williams, an American rhythm and blues artist whose compositions were covered by several rock and roll acts of the time. The Beatles recorded "Bad Boy" during their 1965 recording sessions, and it reflects the band's engagement with the rock and R&B sounds of that era.
The song is characterized by its energetic and upbeat tempo, featuring a driving rhythm and blues influence. John Lennon takes on the lead vocals, delivering the lyrics with a confident and dynamic style. The lyrics themselves portray the narrator as a "bad boy" who is unapologetically rebellious and carefree. The catchy chorus and infectious melody contribute to the overall sense of exuberance in the song.
"Bad Boy" is notable for its straightforward rock and roll approach, with a prominent piano riff and rhythmic guitar chords. The song exemplifies The Beatles' ability to interpret and infuse their own style into the works of other artists. While it may not be as widely recognized as some of their earlier hits, "Bad Boy" showcases The Beatles' commitment to exploring various musical genres and influences during their prolific career.
As part of the "Beatles VI" album, "Bad Boy" adds a touch of American rock and roll to the collection of tracks. The album itself served as a compilation of songs released in the United States to meet the demand for new Beatles material. "Bad Boy" is a testament to the band's versatility and adaptability, demonstrating their capacity to take on different musical styles with flair and enthusiasm.
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Lyrics
Let's sing along with the lyrics!
A bad little kid moved into my neighborhood
He won't do nothing right just sitting down and looks so good
He don't want to go to school and learn to read and write
Just sits around the house and plays the rock and roll music all night
Well, he put some tacks on teachers chair
Puts chewing gum in little girl's hair
Hey, junior, behave yourself
Buys every rock and roll book on the magazine stand
Every dime that he get is lost to the jukebox man
Well he worries his teacher till at night she's ready to poop
From rocking and a-rolling spinning in a hula hoop
Well this rock and roll has got to stop
Junior's head is hard as rock
Now, junior, behave yourself
Going tell your mama you better do what she said
Get to the barber shop and get that hair cut off your head
Threw the canary and you fed it to the neighbors cat
You gave the cocker spaniel a bath in mother's laundramat
Well, mama's head has got to stop
Junior's head is hard as rock
Now, junior, behave yourself