Origin of Jenkins Stage Name--------- Jenkins felt that his real name wasn't marketable, and he changed his show business name in 1957. (Harold Lloyd Jenkins would always remain his legal name, however). Looking at a road map, he spotted Conway, Arkansas and Twitty, Texas. Thus, he went with the professional name of "Conway Twitty".[citation needed]
Alternatively, Jenkins met a Richmond, VA, man named W. Conway Twitty Jr. through Jenkins' manager in a New York City restaurant. The manager served in the army with the real Conway Twitty. Later, the manager suggested to Jenkins that he take the name as his stage name because it had a ring to it. The Richmond Conway Twitty subsequently recorded the song, "What's in a Name But Trouble," in the mid-1960s, lamenting the loss of his name to Jenkins. The flip side of the 45 RPM record was "The Purple, Purple People Eater, Eater." (The more well known version of Purple People Eater, however, now having sold over 100,000,000 copies, was recorded by Sheb Wooley.)
Pretty Eyed Baby
Conway Twitty Lyrics
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Because you are, you're the cutest one
Well, you're so sweet, walkin' on down the street
Baby doll, you are, you're the cutest one
Well, I'm so doggone glad you're wise
And I love, love, love your eyes
You were meant to be just for me
Pretty-eyed baby, we could have a lot of fun, yes, a lot of fun
Because you are, you're the cutest one
Pretty-eyed baby, we could have a lot of fun, yes, a lot of fun
Because you are, you're the cutest one
You're so sweet, walkin' on down the street
Baby doll you are, you're the cutest one
I'm so glad you're wise
And I love, love, love your eyes
Darlin', can't you see
My heart's a-gettin' kinda funny
Well, pretty-eyed baby, we could have a lot of fun, yes, a lot of fun
Because you are, you're the cutest one
The lyrics of Conway Twitty's "Pretty Eyed Baby" depict the singer's infatuation with a charming woman he encounters on the street. He admires her beauty and playfully suggests that they could have a lot of fun together because she is the cutest one. Twitty's portrayal of the woman as a "baby doll" emphasizes her youthful and innocent qualities, while also conveying his desire to protect and care for her. He expresses his happiness that she is "wise" and his adoration of her eyes, hinting that he sees her as more than just a physical object.
As the song progresses, Twitty's affection for the woman becomes more evident as he tells her that she was meant to be his. He urges her to see that his heart is "kinda funny," implying that he has fallen deeply in love with her. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the playful and flirtatious tone of the song, with Twitty expressing his desire to have fun with the woman because of her beauty.
Overall, "Pretty Eyed Baby" is a classic example of a romantic song that captures the excitement and infatuation of falling in love. It showcases Twitty's distinctive voice and his ability to convey both playfulness and genuine emotion in his music.
Line by Line Meaning
Pretty-eyed baby, we could have a lot of fun, yes, a lot of fun
I find you very attractive and charming, and I believe that we could enjoy each other's company immensely.
Because you are, you're the cutest one
I think you are incredibly cute and endearing, and I am attracted to you.
Well, you're so sweet, walkin' on down the street
I am admiring your physical appearance as you walk down the street, and I find you very pleasing to look at.
Baby doll, you are, you're the cutest one
I think you are adorable and charming, and I am very attracted to you.
Well, I'm so doggone glad you're wise
I am pleased that you seem to be intelligent and thoughtful, and I believe this will make our interactions more enjoyable.
And I love, love, love your eyes
I find your eyes to be very beautiful and captivating, and I am drawn to them.
Darlin', can't you see
I am trying to express my attraction to you and my belief that we would be good together, and I am hoping you will reciprocate my feelings.
You were meant to be just for me
I believe that we have a special connection that is meant to be, and I am hoping that you feel the same way.
My heart's a-gettin' kinda funny
I am feeling strong emotions of attraction and affection towards you, and it is making me feel a bit nervous or anxious.
Well, pretty-eyed baby, we could have a lot of fun, yes, a lot of fun
I am reiterating my belief that we would enjoy each other's company and that we should spend more time together.
Because you are, you're the cutest one
I am emphasizing my physical attraction to you and my belief that you are very charming and likable.
Writer(s): Mary Lou Williams, Lawrence Leo Mosley, William Luther Johnson
Contributed by Alex S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.