Randolph was born in Paducah, Kentucky and raised in Cadiz, Kentucky, attending high school in Evansville, Indiana.
At the end of World War II, Boots Randolph played saxophone, trombone and vibraphone in the United States Army Band. After his service in the Army, he played with Dink Welch's Kopy Kats in Decatur, Illinois from 1948-1954. He briefly resided in Louisville, Kentucky before returning to Decatur to start his own group. He left Decatur in 1957.
During his more than forty year career, Randolph performed in hundreds of venues alongside many artists in pop, rock, jazz, and country music. He played on several albums with Elvis Presley and also performed on soundtracks for a number of Presley's motion pictures.
Mr. Randolph recorded for Monument Records in Nashville and played on Roy Orbison's 1963 hit, "Mean Woman Blues." He was also featured on "Little Queenie" by REO Speedwagon, "Java" by Al Hirt, "Turn On Your Lovelight" by Jerry Lee Lewis, and "Rockin' 'Round The Christmas Tree" by Brenda Lee.
In 1977, Randolph opened a successful club of his own in Nashville's "Printers Alley." He also frequently appeared on the television program "Hee Haw".
On July 3, 2007, Randolph died at Skyline Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, after suffering a brain hemorrhage. He was 80 years old.
His final solo studio album "A Whole New Ballgame" was released June 12, 2007.
Candy
Boots Randolph Lyrics
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Some say it's honey and the bee,
Well sit right down and let me tell you
What my love is to me.
"Candy"
I call my sugar "Candy"
Because I'm sweet on "Candy"
He/She understands me,
My understanding "Candy"
And "Candy"'s always handy
When I need sympathy
I wish that there were four of him/her
So I could love much more of him/her
He/She has taken my complete heart,
Got a sweet tooth for my sweetheart
"Candy"
Its gonna be just dandy
The day I take my "Candy"
And make him mine all mine
Mine
The lyrics to Boots Randolph's hit song, "Candy" are rooted in the idea of love being compared to something sweet, like candy. The song explores the idea of a special someone being like candy, where the singer expresses their love and affection for their significant other. The opening verse mentions different perspectives on what love may be, but the singer focuses on expressing their unique interpretation of love, which is like candy.
The first verse leads into the chorus, where the singer reveals that they call their lover "Candy" because they are sweet on them and "Candy" is sweet on them in return. The lyrics continue to express the various ways that "Candy" provides comfort and support, with the singer describing how "Candy" understands them and is always available to provide sympathy whenever they need it.
The final verse focuses on the singer's unconditional love for "Candy," with the singer wishing that there were more of them to love. The verse concludes with the singer expressing their desire to take "Candy" and make them theirs forever. Overall, the song is a love letter to "Candy," conveying the depth of emotion and attachment that the singer feels for their special someone.
Line by Line Meaning
Some say that love is sweet as a rose,
Love is often associated with the tenderness and beauty of a rose.
Some say it's honey and the bee,
Love can also be likened to the nectar that attracts bees to a flower.
Well sit right down and let me tell you
Let me express to you what my love truly is.
What my love is to me.
What my heart feels for my beloved.
"Candy"
I endearingly call my lover "Candy".
I call my sugar "Candy"
I affectionately refer to my partner as "Candy".
Because I'm sweet on "Candy"
I am deeply in love with my "Candy".
And "Candy" is sweet on me
My lover also reciprocates my love towards them.
He/She understands me,
My partner knows me well and gets me.
My understanding "Candy"
I appreciate how understanding and empathetic my "Candy" is.
And "Candy"'s always handy
"Candy" is always there for me when I need them.
When I need sympathy
When I am going through a difficult time and need emotional support.
I wish that there were four of him/her
I yearn to have more of my partner's love and company.
So I could love much more of him/her
So I could express my love even more deeply to them if there were more of them.
He/She has taken my complete heart,
My "Candy" possesses and has captured my entire heart.
Got a sweet tooth for my sweetheart
I have a craving for my significant other's affection and love.
"Candy"
My lover is my "Candy".
Its gonna be just dandy
Everything will be perfect and amazing.
The day I take my "Candy"
The day I commit to my partner completely.
And make him mine all mine
Making my relationship official and mine exclusively.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MACK DAVID, JOAN WHITNEY, ALEX KRAMER
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