Little Bitty Pretty One
Bobby Day Lyrics
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Little bitty pretty one
Come on and talk to me
Lovey dovey lovely one
Come sit down on my knee
Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
Tell you a story
It happened long time ago
Little bitty pretty one
I've been a-watching you grow
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Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
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Little bitty pretty one
Come on and talk-a to me
Lovey dovey lovely one
Come sit down on my knee
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The song "Little Bitty Pretty One" by Bobby Day is a playful and upbeat declaration of love. The song encourages a little bitty pretty one to talk to the singer and sit on his knee. The repetition of "oh, oh, oh-oh-oh" adds to the jovial and lighthearted tone of the song. The first verse sets the scene for the listener, informing them that this story takes place a long time ago when the little bitty pretty one was growing up. The singer has been watching her grow and is now asking her to engage with him.
The chorus repeats the same lyrics, expressing the singer's desire for the little bitty pretty one to talk to him and come sit on his knee. The playful tone of the song is further emphasized in the use of words like "lovey dovey lovely one," which perfectly captures the essence of the singer's feelings. The song ends with a repetition of the chorus and the same musical motif heard throughout the song.
Overall, "Little Bitty Pretty One" is a sweet and playful song about young love. It captures the innocence and lightheartedness of a young crush and celebrates the simple pleasures of companionship and conversation.
Line by Line Meaning
Little bitty pretty one
Referring to a small, attractive individual
Come on and talk to me
Initiating conversation with said individual
Lovey dovey lovely one
Affectionate nickname for the person
Come sit down on my knee
Inviting them to get closer and be more comfortable
Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh
Exclamations of excitement and interest
Tell you a story
Wants to share something from the past
It happened long time ago
Emphasizing that it's an old memory
I've been a-watching you grow
Has been observing said individual for a while
Come on and talk-a to me
Repeating the invitation to talk
Lovey dovey lovely one
Using the same term of endearment again
Come sit down on my knee
Inviting them to stay close and be comfortable
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Robert Byrd
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@huntergolden9793
Nice how they used this in the movie Christine!
@ramonhenderson7484
❤🎯🔥💣💯💙
@bobbyborsalino5037
Fun fact: He is the grand father of RnB singer Eric Bellinger. This song was written for his daughter, Eric's mother.
@bassreeves2410
his grandson's music is trash, not r n b.
@DowntownSound1
Your Youtube picture. You couldnt find a better photo?
@edwarde415
Bobby Day is the grandfather of Bellinger's manager, Neiman J (not of Bellinger).
@dennisgallagher
This is not a cover. This is the original and was written by Bobby Day.
@rudezgurl415
I love that people actually know their shit, I was arguing with an elder about this. she said I was wrong because I'm only 27 what did I know? apparently more than her
@joelsstuff1328
yeah here is the original i still like the thurston harris version though
@kvernon1
I never knew if the original was (a) Bobby Day, (b) Thurston Harris, or (c) Frankie Lymon and the Teenagers. I finally know the answer now. Thanks!