Bob first gained regional sucess following Elvis' departure as a regular from "The Louisanna Hayride" in 1956. His "Red Cadillac and a Black Moustache" did quite well receiving good radio play in the South. The girls at The Hayride screamed like they had for Elvis!
Early and Classic Bob Luman tracks were backed by the Mac Curtis band. 'Stranger than fiction', 'You're the cause of it all'
The smooth baritone was best-known in non-country circles for his crossover hit, "Let's Think About Living," a novelty song that hit #7 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and #9 on the Billboard country chart in 1960. The Everly Brothers backed Luman on the record with their distinct acoustic guitar playing!
Luman was, however, well-known in the country music world. His 1972 hit, "Lonely Women Make Good Lovers," became his biggest country hit, hitting #4 on the country chart.(Steve Wariner, who had earlier been a member of Luman's band, later covered the song in the 1984, and he, too, took it to #4 on the country charts.)
Luman's other country hits included "Ain't Got Time To Be Unhappy" (1968), "When You Say Love" (1972), "Neither One Of Us (Wants To Be The First To Say Goodbye)" (1973), "Still Loving You" (1974), "Proud Of You Baby" (1975), and "The Pay Phone" (1977).
Luman died of pneumonia in 1978, at the age of 41.
Hey Joe
Bob Luman Lyrics
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Where'd ya find that pearly girlie
Where'd ya get that jolly dolly
How did ya rate that dish I wish was mine
Hey Joe!
She's got skin that's creamy dreamy
Eyes that look so lovey-dovey
Now listen Joe, I ain't no heel
But oh buddy let me tell you how I feel
She's a honey, she's a sugar pie
I'm warnin' you I'm gonna try to steal her from you
Hey Joe!
Though we've been the best of friends
This is where that friendship ends
I gotta have that dolly for my own.
(Hey Joe!)
(Hey Joe!)
Hey Joe!
Come on let's be buddy buddies
Show me you're my palsy-walsy
Introduce that pretty little chick to me
Hey Joe!
Quit that waitin', hesitatin'
Let me at 'er, what's the matter
You're as slow as any Joe can be
Now come on Joe let's make a deal
Let me dance with her to see if she is real
She's the cutest girl I've ever seen
An' I tell ya face to face I mean to steal her from you
Hey Joe!
We'll be friends until the end
But this looks like the end my friend
I gotta have that dolly for my own
I've gotta have that dolly for my own
(Hey Joe, Hey Joe)
The lyrics of Bob Luman's song "Hey Joe" tell a story of a man who admires his friend Joe's girlfriend and desires to steal her away from him. The song begins with the singer asking Joe where he found such a beautiful woman and how he managed to get her. He describes her as having creamy dreamy skin, lovey-dovey eyes, and lips as red as cherry berry wine. He confesses his feelings to Joe and warns him that he is going to try to steal her away.
The song's lyrics are playful and jovial, with the singer trying to convince Joe to let him have a chance with the girl. He encourages Joe to introduce him to her and even asks for permission to dance with her to see if she is real. Although he acknowledges their friendship, he makes it clear that he wants the girl for himself and is willing to end the friendship if necessary.
Overall, "Hey Joe" is a fun and catchy song that tells a story of love and competition between friends.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Joe!
Bob Luman starts his song by calling out to his friend Joe, whom he wants to talk to about a girl he has taken an interest in.
Where'd ya find that pearly girlie
Bob Luman asks Joe where he found the girl he is currently seeing.
Where'd ya get that jolly dolly
Bob Luman asks Joe where he got his current girlfriend.
How did ya rate that dish I wish was mine
Bob Luman questions Joe on how he was able to win over the girl whom he wishes was his own.
She's got skin that's creamy dreamy
Bob Luman describes Joe's girlfriend as having beautiful, smooth skin.
Eyes that look so lovey-dovey
Bob Luman remarks on Joe's girlfriend's affectionate and loving gaze.
Lips as red as cherry berry wine
Bob Luman compliments Joe's girlfriend's bright red lips, comparing them to the color of cherry berry wine.
Now listen Joe, I ain't no heel
Bob Luman assures Joe that he is not trying to act dishonestly or immorally towards him.
But oh buddy let me tell you how I feel
Bob Luman confesses to Joe that he has strong feelings for his girlfriend and wants to pursue a relationship with her.
She's a honey, she's a sugar pie
Bob Luman continues to compliment Joe's girlfriend, calling her sweet names.
I'm warnin' you I'm gonna try to steal her from you
Bob Luman tells Joe that he intends to try and win over his girlfriend despite their friendship.
Though we've been the best of friends
Bob Luman acknowledges that he and Joe have been close friends for a long time.
This is where that friendship ends
Bob Luman recognizes that his pursuit of Joe's girlfriend will likely put a strain on their friendship.
I gotta have that dolly for my own.
Bob Luman reiterates that he is determined to win over Joe's girlfriend and make her his own.
Come on let's be buddy buddies
Bob Luman attempts to smooth things over with Joe by suggesting that they remain friends despite their conflicting interests.
Show me you're my palsy-walsy
Bob Luman asks Joe to prove that they are truly good friends by letting him pursue his girlfriend.
Introduce that pretty little chick to me
Bob Luman requests that Joe introduce him to his girlfriend so he can try to win her over.
Quit that waitin', hesitatin'
Bob Luman encourages Joe to stop hesitating and let him pursue his girlfriend.
Let me at 'er, what's the matter
Bob Luman demands that Joe step aside and let him try to win over his girlfriend.
You're as slow as any Joe can be
Bob Luman criticizes Joe for not being more assertive and trying harder to win over his girlfriend.
Now come on Joe let's make a deal
Bob Luman proposes that he and Joe come to an agreement about how to handle the situation with Joe's girlfriend.
Let me dance with her to see if she is real
Bob Luman suggests that he and Joe take turns spending time with Joe's girlfriend to see who she is really interested in.
She's the cutest girl I've ever seen
Bob Luman continues to compliment Joe's girlfriend, calling her the most attractive girl he has ever encountered.
An' I tell ya face to face I mean to steal her from you
Bob Luman is upfront with Joe about his intentions to win over his girlfriend and take her away from him.
We'll be friends until the end
Bob Luman reassures Joe that their friendship will remain intact despite their differences.
But this looks like the end my friend
Bob Luman acknowledges that his pursuit of Joe's girlfriend may permanently damage their friendship.
I've gotta have that dolly for my own
Bob Luman repeats his determination to win over Joe's girlfriend and take her as his own.
(Hey Joe, Hey Joe)
Bob Luman closes his song by repeating Joe's name, emphasizing the conflict that exists between them because of Joe's girlfriend.
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Joan Cuthill
Wonderful Mick. I've never heard this song. It's great. ~ God Bless you.♥
SixtiesOnly
Thanks very much for your kind comments Jan,I'm really pleased that you liked this little known record by Mr. Luman :-))
TheOldrecordclub
This is a terrific upload Mick, and once again a good bit of info up there, i like that song "Lets think about living", and have that one in my collection, hmm maybe a future upload for me, have a great day mate and keep the great uploads coming here ★★★★★... Carl
SixtiesOnly
Hi there Carl,yes "Lets think about living" is a great song,always been one of my faves,I'll look out for it when you get round to uploading it !
This song is not too well known,but I thought it was worth a spin,see how it goes ! Thanks a lot for those great stars Carl,cheeers for now,,Mick :-))
flatop47
This Is A Good One....Great Video Too
SixtiesOnly
Glad you enjoyed it,many thanks for watching !