1) Bobby Lewis… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name, including:
1) Bobby Lewis (1925–2020) was an American rock and roll and rhythm and blues singer best known for his 1961 hit singles "Tossin' and Turnin'" and "One Track Mind".
2) Bobby Lewis was an American country music singer-songwriter.
1) Bobby Lewis (born Robert Alan Lewis in Indianapolis, Indiana, on 9 February 1925; died 28 April 2020) was an American rock and roll and rhythm and blues singer best known for his 1961 hit singles "Tossin' and Turnin'" and "One Track Mind".
Raised in an Indianapolis orphanage, Lewis learned to play the piano by age six. Adopted at age twelve, he moved to a home in Detroit, Michigan, growing up with the influences of the pioneer blues musicians until the advent of Rock and Roll. Lewis began to build a musical career in the 1950s and in 1960 appeared at the Apollo Theatre in New York City. He recorded a 45rpm single called "Tossin' And Turnin'" that went to No.1 on the Billboard charts in July of 1961. Later that year he had a second "Top Ten" song with "One Track Mind" which would be his only other major hit record.
His song "Tossin' And Turnin'" is part of the soundtrack for the 1978 film, Animal House. It would also be covered by KISS drummer Peter Criss on his 1978 solo album entitled Peter Criss (album).
2) Bobby Lewis (born in Hodgenville, Kentucky, on 9 May 1942) is an American country music singer-songwriter. Between 1963 and 1985, Lewis released ten albums and charted more than twenty-five songs on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. His biggest hit, "How Long Has It Been," peaked at #6 in 1966. Lewis released a 26 Country charted singles from 1966 to 1985.
One Track Mind
Bobby Lewis Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Some friends go bowling every Saturday night
Some sit around and watch the TV fight
But all I wanna do is hold you tight
Yes, I've got a one track
I've got a one track mind
My buddy finds all kind of things to do
He's always coming up with something new
But all I wanna do, I wanna do with you
'Cause I got a one track
Yes, I've got a one track
I've got a one track mind
Well, I can't keep my mind
On nothing else but you
You know it's you, ain't it only you
And if there's ever anything
You ever want me to do
I'll say
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
A lot of people like to go on trips
Others stay at home
And read the comic strips
But all I want to do is kiss your lips
'Cause I got a one track
Yes, I've got a one track
I've got a one track mind
Hey, yeah, yeah
Well, I can't keep my mind
On nothing else but you
You know it's true
And it's only you
And if there's ever anything
You ever want me to do
I say
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
A lot of people like to go on trips
Some sit at home and read the comic strips
But all I want to do is kiss your lips
'Cause I got a one track
Yes, I've got a one track
I've got a one track
Oh, my, my, my, my
I've got a one track
Well, I've got a one track
You know I've got a one track
Because I love you so
I've got a one track
I've got a one track
I've got a one track
The song "One Track Mind" by Bobby Lewis is a simple and straightforward declaration of love from the point of view of someone who is completely focused on their romantic interest. The lyrics compare the singer's singular focus on their love interest to the varied and diverse interests of their friends. While some go bowling or watch TV, the singer can't keep their mind on anything but their lover. They are willing to do anything for them and are completely devoted to their relationship.
The lyrics also express the intensity of the singer's feelings, with repeated use of the phrases "Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah" and "I've got a one track mind." These repetitions reinforce the idea that love has consumed the singer's thoughts and actions. Overall, the song is a celebration of the single-minded devotion and passion that a person can feel for someone they love.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Repetition of 'yeah' to express excitement and enthusiasm
Some friends go bowling every Saturday night
Some sit around and watch the TV fight
But all I wanna do is hold you tight
Compared to other activities, the singer only desires to be physically close to the person they love
'Cause I got a one track
Yes, I've got a one track
I've got a one track mind
Emphasizing the singular focus on one person and wanting to be with them exclusively
My buddy finds all kind of things to do
He's always coming up with something new
But all I wanna do, I wanna do with you
Contrasting the singer's friend who is active with many hobbies and the singer who just wants to spend time with their love interest
'Cause I got a one track
Yes, I've got a one track
I've got a one track mind
Reiterating their single-minded thoughts and desires
Well, I can't keep my mind
On nothing else but you
You know it's you, ain't it only you
Underscoring how the person they love is always on their mind and no one else matters
And if there's ever anything
You ever want me to do
I'll say
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Willingness to do anything for the person they love
A lot of people like to go on trips
Others stay at home
And read the comic strips
But all I want to do is kiss your lips
Different preferences and hobbies exist, but the singer only desires to intimate with their love interest
'Cause I got a one track
Yes, I've got a one track
I've got a one track mind
Reiterating the singer's unwavering focus
Oh, my, my, my, my
I've got a one track
Well, I've got a one track
You know I've got a one track
Because I love you so
Overwhelming love for the person and the reason for their single-track thoughts
I've got a one track
I've got a one track
I've got a one track
Final repetition to reiterate the theme of the song
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Rene Malou, Bobby Lewis
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
David Moore
This song right here it's still brings me back to the good old days sitting on my friend's front grass and listen to old Bobby tossing and turning the milkman at the door and a one track mind these songs touched a lot of people's hearts Bobby Lewis we miss you we love you God bless you and your family
U.S. Marine Old School
This song is dedicated to my loving wife. Today is her birthday. We have been together for nearly forty-six years. I met her one year after returning home from a tour with the 1/3 Marines in South Vietnam! Love you honey.
Edward Branca
I wish there were more people like you two.
Makayla K
Edward Branca why ?
Edward Branca
@Makayla K Because far too many Americans get divorced.
Makayla K
Edward Branca there’s literally nothing wrong with leaving a marriage you don’t want to be in
Edward Branca
@Makayla K The children suffer when their parents divorce.
mkl62
This hit from Bobby Lewis went to #9 on the Top 40 charts. It would finish at #75 for the year, 1961. But bigger things were in store for Bobby that year. What were they? Stay tuned.
Steve
The suspense is killing me......
Mike Chilando
Bobby Lewis was the type of singer that really made you want to jump and jive - his fast paced music is super cool