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The Ram Jam Band were formed around 1964 and evolved out of a group called Les Blues who were formed to rival a English group with a Black American singer called Milton And The Continentals. Before taking on Geno Washington, they had been backing a British Blues singer by the name of Errol Dixon. Their first single featuring Dixon, "Shake, Shake, Senora" / "Akinla" released on Columbia had sunk without a trace.
Geno Washington was a U.S. airman stationed in East Anglia who became well known for his impromptu performances in London nightclubs. In 1965, guitarist Pete Gage needed a singer front his new band and replace the previous singer Errol Dixon, and asked Washington to join and the latter was discharged from the U.S. Air force, he became the band's frontman.
The band broke up in the autumn of 1969 and the band members went their own ways while Geno Washington continued as a solo artist before returning to the United States.
I'm Your Puppet
Geno Washington & The Ram Jam Band Lyrics
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I'll do funny things if you want me to, I'm your puppet
I'm yours to have and to hold
Darling you've got full control of your puppet
Pull another string and I'll kiss your lips, I'm your puppet
Snap your finger and I'll turn you some flips, I'm your puppet
Listen, your every wish is my command
All you gotta do is wiggle your little hand
I'm your puppet, I'm your puppet
I'm just a toy, just a funny boy
That makes you laugh when you're blue
I'll be wonderful, do just what I'm told
I'll do anything for you
I'm your puppet, I'm your puppet
Pull them little strings and I'll sing you a song, I'm your puppet
Make me do right or make me do wrong, I'm your puppet
Treat me good and I'll do anything
I'm just a puppet and you hold my string, I'm your puppet
Darling, darling, pull the strings, let me sing you a song any day
I'm your puppet baby, you can sing for me all night long
Honey, yeah
The song "I'm Your Puppet" by Geno Washington & The Ram Jam Band is a love song where the singer compares themselves to a puppet, saying that they will do anything their partner wants them to do. The chorus repeatedly states "Pull the string and I'll wink at you, I'm your puppet," emphasizing that the singer is willing to do anything for their lover. The verses describe some of the actions the puppet (singer) is willing to do, like kissing their partner or singing them a song. The bridge of the song proclaims that the singer's partner has control over them, saying "Darling you've got full control of your puppet."
The song can be interpreted as a representation of a devoted partner who will do anything to please their lover. The metaphor of the puppet emphasizes the level of control the lover has over the singer's actions. The repetitive nature of the chorus emphasizes the devotion and willingness of the singer to do whatever their lover wants.
Line by Line Meaning
Pull the string and I'll wink at you, I'm your puppet
I'll respond to your every command, I'm all yours
I'll do funny things if you want me to, I'm your puppet
I'll go above and beyond to please you
I'm yours to have and to hold
You have complete control over me
Darling you've got full control of your puppet
You can make me do anything, my love
Pull another string and I'll kiss your lips, I'm your puppet
A simple request from you can lead me to great lengths
Snap your finger and I'll turn you some flips, I'm your puppet
Your slightest gesture can excite me to perform another adoring act
Listen, your every wish is my command
I can't resist your orders, my dear
All you gotta do is wiggle your little hand
You simply have to move your fingers to control me
I'm your puppet, I'm your puppet
I'm completely under your spell and will never stray away
I'm just a toy, just a funny boy
I'm nothing but an amusing object for your entertainment
That makes you laugh when you're blue
I exist to bring joy into your life
I'll be wonderful, do just what I'm told
I will never disappoint you and will always follow your rules
I'll do anything for you
My love for you will drive me to perform any task
Pull them little strings and I'll sing you a song, I'm your puppet
You have the power to make me express my love in every possible way
Make me do right or make me do wrong, I'm your puppet
You are the director of my every move and decision, whether right or wrong
Treat me good and I'll do anything
Your kindness will spark my true love and devotion
I'm just a puppet and you hold my string, I'm your puppet
You have complete power and control over me, my love
Darling, darling, pull the strings, let me sing you a song any day
Please, my love, control me and allow me to express my love through any means necessary
I'm your puppet baby, you can sing for me all night long
I exist to hear your voice and express my love for eternity
Honey, yeah
An affectionate term to express love towards the listener
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SPOONER OLDHAM, DAN PENN
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