Ruby Baby
Bobby Darin Lyrics
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This girl don't love me, but i love 'er just the same
Sneak in now
Ruby, ruby, i'm-a want ya
Like a ghost i'm-a gonna haunt ya
Ruby, ruby, ruby will you be mine, alltime
Ah, each time i see you, baby my heart cries
From the happy day i met ya
Now i made a bet that i was goin' to get ya
Ruby, ruby, ruby will you be mine? alltime
Wake up now
Ruby, ruby, ruby, baby
Ruby, ruby, ruby, baby
Ruby, ruby, ruby, baby
Ruby, ruby, ruby, baby
Ruby x23
Ohh oh oh
Ruby x5
In Bobby Darin's hit song "Ruby Baby," the singer expresses his undying love for a girl named Ruby, who doesn't love him back but he loves her regardless. The lyrics are simple and straightforward, showcasing the singer's desperation for Ruby to notice him and choose him over other guys who may be pursuing her. He compares himself to a ghost who haunts her, implying that he's always on her mind, even when she's not thinking about him.
The repeated use of Ruby's name throughout the song adds to the sense of obsession and infatuation that the singer has with her. The use of repetition in the chorus also adds to the catchiness of the song, making it a popular hit during its release in the 60s.
Despite the sad tone of the lyrics, the upbeat tempo and lively instrumentals make the song a fun and energetic piece that can make anyone want to dance along. It's a classic example of a love song that's not quite a love song but rather a declaration of admiration and hopefulness.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, i love a girl and-a ruby is her name
The singer is in love with a girl named Ruby and is very devoted to her.
This girl don't love me, but i love 'er just the same
Despite Ruby not reciprocating his feelings, the singer still loves her just as much.
Sneak in now
The singer is urging someone to sneak in or move quickly.
Ruby, ruby, i'm-a want ya
The singer is confessing his desire for Ruby.
Like a ghost i'm-a gonna haunt ya
The singer is saying that he will come after Ruby persistently like a ghost.
Ruby, ruby, ruby will you be mine, alltime
The singer is asking Ruby to be with him forever.
Ah, each time i see you, baby my heart cries
The singer's heart aches every time he sees Ruby.
Oh i tell ya i'm gonna steal you away from all those guys
The singer wants to take Ruby away from all the other men who are interested in her.
From the happy day i met ya
The singer reminisces about the day he met Ruby and how it made him happy.
Now i made a bet that i was goin' to get ya
The singer is implying that he made a wager that he could win Ruby over.
Ruby, ruby, ruby will you be mine? alltime
The singer repeats his request for Ruby to be with him forever.
Wake up now
The singer is urging someone to wake up.
Ruby, ruby, ruby, baby
The singer addresses Ruby once again.
Ruby x23
The singer repeats Ruby's name multiple times to indicate how much he thinks about her.
Ohh oh oh
The singer vocalizes his feelings about Ruby.
Ruby x5
The song concludes with the singer saying Ruby's name one last time.
Writer(s): JERRY LEIBER, MIKE STOLLER
Contributed by Molly J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Daniel
on Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home
One heck of a entertainer. A life cut way to soon. RIP Mr. Darin. Remember one thing he was one of the first Emmy winners, in the late 50s. When the emmys started.