The song has been covered many times, including — most famously — by the Beatles on the 1965 Help! album (UK Release only), though the recording was initially intended for the 1965 American Beatles compilation Beatles VI along with the Larry Williams cover, "Bad Boy", recorded by the Beatles on the same day. Paul McCartney has stated that he believes this song to be one of the Beatles best recordings[citation needed]. It features loud, rhythmic instrumentation, along with John Lennon's particularly rousing vocals. The song also appeared in a live solo version by Lennon on the Plastic Ono Band's Live Peace in Toronto 1969.
In the United Kingdom, the Beatles' version first appeared on the album Help!, misspelled "Dizzy Miss Lizzy". In North America, it was included on Beatles VI (still spelled "Dizzy Miss Lizzy").
The title is playfully misleading, the actual lyric being, "You make me dizzy, Miss Lizzie".
The song was originally thought about by band manager Brian Epstein, and was later introduced to Ringo Starr, the band's drummer. He made sure that the band recorded it after loving its upbeat rhythm and interesting lyrics.
Dizzy Miss Lizzy
Beatles Lyrics
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The way you rock and roll
You make me dizzy, Miss Lizzy
When we do the stroll
Come on, Miss Lizzy
Love me before I grow too old
Come on, give me fever
You make me dizzy, dizzy Lizzy
Oh girl, you look so fine
Just a-rocking and a-rolling
Girl I said I wish you were mine
You make me dizzy, Miss Lizzy
When you call my name
Ooh baby
Say you're driving me insane
C'mon, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon baby
I want to be your lover man
Run and tell your mama
I want you to be my bride
Run and tell your brother
Baby, don't run and hide
You make me dizzy, Miss Lizzy
Girl I want to marry you
Come on, give me fever
Put your little hand in mine, girl
You make me dizzy, dizzy Lizzy
Girl, you look so fine
You're just a-rocking and a-rolling
Oh I said I wish you were mine.
The lyrics to “Dizzy Miss Lizzy” by The Beatles are about a man who is infatuated with a woman named Lizzy who makes him feel dizzy with her energetic rock and roll style. The singer describes his desire to be with Lizzy before he grows too old and wants her to love him. He asks Lizzy to put her hand in his and make him feverish; he thinks she looks fine while rocking and rolling and wishes she were his.
The song has a typical 1950s rock and roll sound with a driving piano riff and a catchy melody. John Lennon's vocals are raw and vibrant, perfectly capturing the energy of the song. It was originally written and recorded by Larry Williams in 1958 and later covered by the Beatles in 1965. The song has been praised for its tight harmonies and catchy hook, making it a classic example of the Beatles' early rock and roll sound.
Line by Line Meaning
You make me dizzy, Miss Lizzy
The singer is feeling lightheaded and overwhelmed by Miss Lizzy’s actions or presence.
The way you rock and roll
Miss Lizzy’s energetic movements and dance style could be causing the singer to feel dizzy.
When we do the stroll
The singer feels the same sense of dizziness when dancing with Miss Lizzy, specifically during the stroll dance.
Come on, Miss Lizzy
The artist is encouraging Miss Lizzy to take action and reciprocate his feelings.
Love me before I grow too old
The artist is expressing a sense of urgency for Miss Lizzy to love him back before he grows too old and misses his chance.
Come on, give me fever
The singer is asking Miss Lizzy to give him an intense feeling of passion or excitement.
Put your little hand in mine
The singer is asking Miss Lizzy to hold his hand, possibly as a form of connection and intimacy.
Oh girl, you look so fine
The artist is admiring Miss Lizzy’s physical appearance and finding her attractive.
Just a-rocking and a-rolling
Miss Lizzy is dancing energetically and the artist is enjoying watching her move.
Girl I said I wish you were mine
The artist is expressing his desire for Miss Lizzy to be in a relationship with him.
When you call my name
The singer feels a sense of dizziness or excitement when Miss Lizzy calls his name, possibly indicating strong feelings.
Ooh baby
The artist is expressing affection towards Miss Lizzy and emphasizing his desire for her.
Say you're driving me insane
The singer is feeling overwhelmed and possibly slightly crazy due to his strong feelings for Miss Lizzy.
C'mon, c'mon, c'mon, c'mon baby
The singer is urging Miss Lizzy to take action and respond to his feelings.
I want to be your lover man
The singer is expressing his desire to be in a romantic relationship with Miss Lizzy.
Run and tell your mama
The artist is suggesting that Miss Lizzy tell her mother about their potential relationship.
I want you to be my bride
The artist is expressing a desire to marry Miss Lizzy and be with her for the long term.
Run and tell your brother
The singer is suggesting that Miss Lizzy tell her brother about their potential relationship.
Baby, don't run and hide
The singer is encouraging Miss Lizzy to be open and honest about her feelings and not avoid the situation.
Girl I want to marry you
The artist is reiterating his desire to marry Miss Lizzy and build a life together.
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Written by: LARRY WILLIAMS
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