He's So Fine
Chiffons (The) Lyrics


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Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang
Do-lang, do-lang

He's so fine
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
Wish he were mine
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
That handsome boy over there
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
The one with the wavy hair
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)

I don't know how, I'm gonna do it
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
But I'm gonna make him mine
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
He's the envy of all the girls
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
It's just a matter of time
(Do-lang, do-lang)

He's a soft spoken guy
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
Also seems kinda shy
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
Makes me wonder if I
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
Should even give him a try
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)

But then I know he can't shy
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
He can't shy away forever
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
And I'm gonna make him mine
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
If it takes me forever
(Do-lang, do-lang)

He's so fine
(Oh yeah)
Gotta be mine
(Oh yeah)
Sooner or later
(Oh yeah)
I hope it's not later
(Oh yeah)
We gotta get together
(Oh yeah)
The sooner the better
(Oh yeah)
I just can't wait, I just can't wait
To be held in his arms

If I were a queen
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
And he asked me to leave my throne
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
I'll do anything that he asked
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)
Anything to make him my own
(Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang)

For he's so fine
(So fine)
So fine
(So fine)
He's so fine
(So fine)
So fine
(So fine)
He's so fine
(So fine)
Oh yeah




(He's so fine)
He's so fine

Overall Meaning

The Chiffons' song "He's so Fine" is a classic example of teenage pop music from the early 60s. The song's lyrics describe a girl's crush on a guy she finds very attractive, and how she's going to do everything she can to make him notice her. The song's catchy melody is built around a series of "do-lang, do-lang" vocalizations, which give the song a playful and carefree feel. The lyrics are simple, but effective, with a good mix of romantic longing and youthful optimism.


The song's upbeat tone and catchy melody made it an instant hit when it was released in 1963. It reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts and was the Chiffons' biggest hit. The song was also a big success in the UK, where it reached #12 on the UK singles chart. In the years since its release, "He's so Fine" has become a classic of the girl group genre, and its influence can be heard in many later pop songs.


One interesting aspect of the song is the controversy that surrounded it in the years after its release. The song's melody was appropriated by George Harrison for his song "My Sweet Lord," which was released in 1970. Harrison was accused of copyright infringement, and a legal battle ensued that lasted for years. Although Harrison claimed that he had not intentionally copied the melody, a court eventually ruled that he had, and he was required to pay damages to the Chiffons' publisher.


Line by Line Meaning

Do-lang, do-lang, do-lang
Repetitive nonsensical syllables that serve as a vocal percussion of sorts for the song.


He's so fine
Describes the singer's admiration for a handsome boy they have spotted.


Wish he were mine
Indicates the singer's desire to be in a romantic relationship with this handsome boy.


That handsome boy over there
The artist is pointing out the boy they are admiring.


The one with the wavy hair
This detail adds to the boy's physical appeal and helps distinguish him from other potential options.


I don't know how, I'm gonna do it
Acknowledgment that the path to winning over this boy may not be clear, but the singer is determined to try regardless.


But I'm gonna make him mine
Reinforces the singer's desire for this boy and their determination to pursue a romantic relationship with him.


He's the envy of all the girls
Suggests that the boy is popular and desirable among the opposite sex, which may make it harder for the artist to win him over.


It's just a matter of time
Implies that the artist is confident that their efforts to win over the boy will be successful, even if it takes some time.


He's a soft spoken guy
Description of the boy's personality, which may have initially drawn the artist to him.


Also seems kinda shy
Another aspect of the boy's personality that may make him seem more approachable or relatable to the singer.


Makes me wonder if I
This line sets up a hypothetical that implies the artist is questioning whether they should pursue the boy given his shyness.


Should even give him a try
The question posed in the previous line is reiterated here, suggesting that the singer is unsure if it's worth pursuing the boy if he's too reserved.


But then I know he can't shy
Despite the initial hesitation, the singer concludes that the boy's shyness is not a permanent or insurmountable trait.


He can't shy away forever
This line reinforces the idea that the boy's shyness can be overcome, possibly by the singer's encouragement or pursuit.


And I'm gonna make him mine
Reiterates the artist's determination to pursue a romantic relationship with the boy, even if it takes some effort or time.


If it takes me forever
A hyperbolic statement indicating that the artist is willing to put in a lot of effort to win over the boy - almost to the point of exaggeration.


Gotta be mine
Reaffirms the singer's desire to be in a romantic relationship with the boy, their primary motivation throughout the song.


Sooner or later
Suggests that it's just a matter of time until the singer and the boy end up together (assuming the singer's efforts are successful).


I hope it's not later
This line implies that the artist is eager for this romantic relationship to begin as soon as possible, reinforcing the message of the previous line.


We gotta get together
Another statement of the artist's desire for a romantic relationship with the boy, but this time it's framed in terms of mutual interest or compatibility.


The sooner the better
Reinforces the artist's desire for this relationship to begin as soon as possible - essentially a repetition of the earlier lines about timing.


I just can't wait, I just can't wait
The singer is restating their impatience for this relationship to begin, as if to emphasize the urgency of the situation.


To be held in his arms
A specific desire of the artist that reinforces the idea of physical/romantic intimacy with the boy. It's important to note that this line is more specific than the previous lines, which are more general.


If I were a queen
Introduces a hypothetical scenario in which the singer holds a position of power or privilege. This may suggest that the singer feels powerless in the current situation (i.e. trying to win over a shy boy).


And he asked me to leave my throne
Further elaborates on the hypothetical scenario introduced in the previous line, with the implication that the singer would be willing to give up her status/position for the boy she desires. Note that this hypothetical has limited relevance to the rest of the song, but helps build a narrative of romantic devotion from the singer.


I'll do anything that he asked
Reiterates the singer's willingness to prioritize the boy's desires and needs over her own, further emphasizing the idea of romantic devotion.


Anything to make him my own
Statement of the artist's desire to 'own' or possess the boy she admires, framing the romantic relationship in terms of conquest or victory.


So fine
A repeated phrase that serves as a refrain, reinforcing the idea of the boy's physical appeal and the artist's admiration for him. This phrase is also used to close out the song, leaving listeners with the final impression of the boy's desirability.




Lyrics Ā© Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., THE BICYCLE MUSIC COMPANY
Written by: MORT SHUMAN, DOC POMUS

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@nenegeorgia6179

justsmilehomieĀ Cryptomnesia or not
George Harrison put a beautiful letter.
A melody and lyrics that did not succeed,
but after the letter to be changed, become famous with beautiful melody
Thank's George H.

marcio izidorio da silva >>>

Cryptomnesia ou nao George Harrison colocou uma linda letra.
Uma melodia e letra que nao fez sucesso,Ā 
mas depois da letra ser trocada, ficou famosa com linda melodia.
Thank's George H.

Apoiado Marciao 10 pro ce rsrs



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everyone here including me is here just to see if this song sounds like my sweet lord.....

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I like both though. :)

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