Living Doll
Cliff Richard & The Young Ones feat. Hank Marvin Lyrics
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Got to do my best to please her just 'cause she's a livin' doll
Got a roamin' eye and that is why she satisfies my soul
Got the one and only walkin', talkin', livin' doll
Take a look at her hair, it's real
If you don't believe what I say, just feel
I'm gonna lock her up in a trunk so no big hunk
Got myself a cryin', talkin', sleepin', walkin', livin' doll
Got to do my best to please her just 'cause she's a livin' doll
Got a roamin' eye and that is why she satisfies my soul
Got the one and only walkin', talkin', livin' doll
Take a look at her hair, it's real
If you don't believe what I say, just feel
I'm gonna lock her up in a trunk so no big hunk
Can steal her away from me
Got myself a cryin', talkin', sleepin', walkin', livin' doll
Got to do my best to please her just 'cause she's a livin' doll
Got a roamin' eye and that is why she satisfies my soul
Got the one and only walkin', talkin', livin' doll
The lyrics of "Living Doll" by Cliff Richard & The Young Ones are about a man's infatuation with a woman who he refers to as his "livin' doll." He boasts about having a woman who is always there to please him, a woman who is perfect in every way. He talks about her cryin', talkin', sleepin', walkin' abilities, alluding to the fact that she is not only beautiful but also multi-talented. Despite his fear of her getting stolen away from him by other men, he still praises her beauty, particularly her hair, which he claims is real. He ends the song by reminding everyone that she is the one and only walkin', talkin', livin' doll that he has.
One possible interpretation of this song is that it's a representation of toxic masculinity, showcasing how some men see women as objects to be possessed and controlled. The idea of locking her up in a trunk suggests a possessive and controlling attitude, while the reference to her satisfying his soul is a representation of how men often prioritize their own desires above those of women.
Line by Line Meaning
Got myself a cryin', talkin', sleepin', walkin', livin' doll
I have found a doll that can cry, talk, sleep, and walk, and she seems to be alive
Got to do my best to please her just 'cause she's a livin' doll
I feel obligated to make her happy because she is a living doll
Got a roamin' eye and that is why she satisfies my soul
I tend to be unfaithful, but the doll satisfies me because she cannot leave me
Got the one and only walkin', talkin', livin' doll
I have the unique and special doll that can walk, talk, and live
Take a look at her hair, it's real
Her hair is not synthetic, it is made of real human hair
If you don't believe what I say, just feel
Touch her hair and you will see that I am telling the truth
I'm gonna lock her up in a trunk so no big hunk
I will keep her safe in a trunk so no one can take her away from me
Can steal her away from me
I am possessive of the doll and will not let anyone take her from me
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Lionel Bart
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@justinbatters3509
When I was in Year 3 in 1986, I loved The Young Ones so much I wrote my own episode of it for creative writing. The other kids in the class didn't get it when I had to read it out. But the teacher cracked up. That was the peak of my writing career. At age 8, lol.
@Catti003
I love your post, I couldn't stand Cliff but love the others :)
@adamtimelordfishwick4003
Send it me I would love to read it Lol
@huehnerfuss
Man, i’d Love to read your Episode!!
@shesawaterfall2394
Justin Batters share it!
@andrewfairbairn9670
Brings memories back. I was 8
@tombstoneharrystudios584
The first (and only) comedy charity record that’s actually any good & STILL is hilarious 😂
RIP Rik Mayall 😢
@sallykilby524
Yeah, I agree with you there, can't even remember the other red nose songs🤔🤨 , just shows how rubbish they were.
@Enzo012
Actually improved on the original.
@peachyb1969
I've still got this on the 12 inch original that was released. Will NEVER give it up for anything or anyone ❤