Amazingly, Darlene Love, a superb vocalist, hasn't had much of a track reco… Read Full Bio ↴Amazingly, Darlene Love, a superb vocalist, hasn't had much of a track record as a solo singer, at least not in terms of hits. Love was a founding member of the Blossoms in 1957. They did several sessions and were resident singers on the television show Shindig. Love sang lead vocals on " He's a Rebel," which was credited to the Crystals, and "Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah," which was issued as Bob B. Soxx and the Bluejeans. She cut six singles for Phil Spector's Phillies label, with " Wait Till My Bobby Gets Back Home" the most successful. Love became busy as an actress, but reunited with Spector for the 1977 single " Lord, If You're a Woman." Love appeared in all four Lethal Weapon films, and was also in the Royal Shakespeare Company's co-production of Stephen King's Carrie. Her 1990 LP, Paint Another Picture, failed to chart in America. Love later toured as a background vocalist with Cher. She appeared briefly on the soap opera Another World in 1993.

Wait 'Til My Bobby Gets Home
Darlene Love Lyrics

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You've been calling in me every day
Ever since my Bobby went away
You've been knocking on my front door
And I know just what you're looking for, but
Even though you really look so fine
And we've been having good times

I'm gonna wait, 'till my Bobby gets home

Wait 'till my baby gets home
Yeah, yeah, yeah you better leave me alone
True I need some lovin' and some kissin' and a huggin'
But I'll wait 'till my Bobby gets home
You want to take me to a movie show
I gotta tell you that I just can't go
I know Bobby's gonna call tonight
I want to tell him every thing's alright, so
Though I haven't got a thing to do
And I'm so lonely and blue

I'm gonna wait, 'till my Bobby gets home
Wait 'till my baby gets home
Yeah, yeah, yeah you better leave me alone
True I need some lovin' and some kissin' and a huggin'
But I'll wait 'till my Bobby gets home

I'm gonna wait, 'till my Bobby gets home
Wait 'till my baby gets home
Yeah, yeah, yeah you better leave me alone
True I need some lovin' and some kissin' and a huggin'
But I'll wait 'till my Bobby gets home

Wait 'till my baby gets home
Wait 'till my baby gets home
Wait 'till my baby gets home
Wait 'till my baby gets home
Wait 'till my baby gets home

Wait 'till my baby gets home
Wait 'till my baby gets home

Overall Meaning

The song "Wait Til' My Bobby Gets Home" by Darlene Love seems to be about a woman who is being pursued by another man while her boyfriend, Bobby, is away. She acknowledges the persistent pursuer's charms and even admits to being lonely, but she ultimately resists his advances and chooses to wait for her beloved to return home. The lyrics convey a strong sense of loyalty and dedication to her significant other, despite facing temptation and loneliness in his absence.

Throughout the song, the singer emphasizes her commitment to waiting for Bobby to come home, using the phrase "wait 'till my baby gets home" repeatedly. She rebuffs the other man's attempts to take her out, insisting that she can't go because she's waiting for Bobby's call. This creates a sense of tension and anticipation, as the audience is left wondering when Bobby will return and how he will react to the singer's faithfulness. The singer's choice to wait also suggests a level of respect and trust for her partner, as she is willing to forgo her own desires in order to honor their relationship.

Overall, "Wait Til' My Bobby Gets Home" is a song about the challenges of long-distance relationships and the strength required to remain faithful in the face of temptation. It conveys a hopeful message about the power of love and the importance of honoring commitments, even when they are difficult to keep.

Line by Line Meaning

You've been calling in me every day
You've been constantly trying to get in touch with me

Ever since my Bobby went away
Since my partner Bobby left me, you've been reaching out to me

You've been knocking on my front door
You've been physically coming to my house and trying to see me

And I know just what you're looking for, but
I'm aware of your intentions, but

Even though you really look so fine
Despite you being attractive

And we've been having good times
And despite us having enjoyable moments

I'm gonna wait, 'till my Bobby gets home
I'm not interested in pursuing anything with you until Bobby returns

Wait 'till my baby gets home
I'm waiting for Bobby to come home before anything happens

Yeah, yeah, yeah you better leave me alone
Stop trying to pursue me in Bobby's absence

True I need some lovin' and some kissin' and a huggin'
I do genuinely want physical affection

But I'll wait 'till my Bobby gets home
But I won't act on those desires until Bobby is back

You want to take me to a movie show
You're suggesting we go to the movies

I gotta tell you that I just can't go
I have to decline your invitation

I know Bobby's gonna call tonight
I'm sure Bobby will contact me later today

I want to tell him every thing's alright, so
I plan on reassuring Bobby that everything is okay

Though I haven't got a thing to do
Though I have nothing going on

And I'm so lonely and blue
And I am feeling very sad and alone

Wait 'till my baby gets home
I'm waiting for Bobby to come home before anything happens

Wait 'till my baby gets home
I'm not interested in pursuing anything with you until Bobby returns

Wait 'till my baby gets home
Stop trying to pursue me in Bobby's absence

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ELLIE GREENWICH, JEFF BARRY, PHILIP SPECTOR

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Comments from YouTube:

@user-pc9hx9bb4x

12w

Nice sax back up too lovely talented Lady. Thanks!

@NAETEMUSIC

3y↑17

This such a classic of the wall of sound era. Such a beautiful song and Darlene has an amazing voice.

@meyloose1013

1y↑4

I was a dancer for 18 years and I used to help with the choreography of my high school productions, and this song from leader of the pack is forever my favorite in any song I did choreography for ❤

@IvoPondusa

3y↑3

MAGIC !!!! OLDIES BUT GOLDIES !!!! Happy Birt

@loutrrelledwards2341

2y↑3

That piano is on time!

@fairweatherbird

2y↑4

The lead singer of the Crystals on all their hits. He's A Rebel, Da Doo Ron Ron, etc. What a voice. Add the Wrecking Crew and you have an LA Classic.

@brianpaterson108

3y↑5

I was 16 in 1963 when this was a hit that summer. It was in my head, I loved the two note riff behind the main lyrics. Always thought that was perfect.
Phil Spector’s doin time now. Darlene Love is wonderful.

@paulhoworth9600

Actually Phil died in prison Jan 2021. One of the greatest examples of an amazingly talented artist but an absolutely horrendous human being.

@scottmartin9499

20w

Wow born in 1947 just like my parents. But I love oldies even though born in 1971. My mom always played the oldies and she was on American Band Stand

@davidgilbertson858

3y↑6

Love Darlene Love‼️

@Frankiarmz

21w

Such an upbeat, catchy tune ❤️

@Drumcam

3y↑20

I love this track! ...produced by the late Phil Spector... Some say Darlene is singing with her sister Edna Wright, amazing vocal track......love the piano, with that triplet thing ( Leon Russel and/or Don Randi ) ...my man Hal Blaine on drums ( with his signature quarter note triplets right at the fade )...the sax soli...everything!...The whole thing just moves along brightly and happily!...Thanks Phil!

@JOHNWLOUCKS

And Steve Douglas and others on brass. You think it's Hal's Blue Sparkle Ludwigs ?

@sha11235

3y↑6

If you don't stop bothering me, when my Bobby gets home, he's gonna kick your ass.

@piggee100

2y↑3

hat a voice!

@billarroo1

45w

Great voice NICE TUNE, THANKS

@user-sm2ql7nq4l

1y↑1

So this is another Phil Spector song that became a Christmas song on the Phil Spector Christmas Album. Winter Wonderland. Same with Dallene's other Christmas song, Johnny Please Come Home.' Christmas Baby, Please come home. Don't get me wrong, I F'n LOVE Darlene Love. One of the GOATS. I'm just wondering how many songs Phil recycled?

@richardfisher671

2y↑5

I am a huge Darlene Love fan and this was my favorite by her.

@toyatsymonds9324

"Bobby" On GUARD WITH THE LOVE 🔫😘🎶🔫

@dominickantonelli4500

19w

Waiting patiently for her constable

@dennismclaurin1487

2-27-23 listener

@elizaconsuegra3069

2y↑1

I'm sure that Bobby was out to war, maybe in Korea. Really hope he gets home safe and sound

@sha11235

2y↑2

Wonder if Bobby turned out to be the boy she was gonna marry?

@snuppypuppy6693

Have you seen the film LITTLE PINK HOUSE which is about a woman fighting PFIZER from using "eminent domain" to evict her and her neighbors in New London, Connecticut?