Frankie And Johnny
Georgie Auld & His Orchestra Lyrics
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They were sweethearts forever, and ever, and ever
Ah, yeah, ah, yeah
Frankie and Johnny were sweethearts
At least that's the way the story goes
Frankie bought everything for Johnny
From his sports car to his Ivy League clothes
Oh, he was a man alright
Oh, but he was doing her wrong
Let me tell you what's happened
A friend came running to Frankie
She said I wouldn't tell you no lie
I saw that man of yours in a Jaguar
With a chick named Nellie Blye
Oh, if he was your man, honey
Let me tell you he was doing you wrong
Now let me tell the rest of the story
Frankie ran around to the corner
And peeked in a swinging place
And there she saw Johnny with a woman
He had his arms around her waist
Oh, he was a man alright
Oh, but Frankie could see that he was doing her wrong
Frankie reached down in her pocketbook
And up with a forty-four
She shot once, twice, three times
And Johnny fell on the hard wood floor
Oh, he was a man alright
But she shot him because he was doing her wrong
She shot him, oh, yeah
She shot him, oh, yeah
Once, twice, three times
And Johnny fell on the hardwood floor
He was doing her wrong, oh, yeah
And Johnny said
Frankie, you know I love you
Frankie, you know very well that I love you
Frankie, I wouldn't do you no wrong
Frankie, good God almighty, I love you, Frankie
Oh, yeah, and that's the story of Frankie and Johnny
Ah, yeah
The song "Frankie And Johnny" by Georgie Auld & His Orchestra tells the tragic story of Frankie and Johnny, who were once sweethearts. The lyrics speak of their deep love for each other, emphasizing that they were inseparable. Frankie was deeply devoted to Johnny and provided him with everything he needed, from a sports car to Ivy League clothes, highlighting her commitment to him.
However, the story takes a dark turn as rumors start to circulate about Johnny's infidelity. A friend of Frankie's informs her that she saw Johnny with another woman named Nellie Blye, driving a Jaguar. This revelation shatters Frankie's world and exposes Johnny's betrayal, as he was clearly not faithful to her despite her unwavering love and support.
In a moment of heartbreak and betrayal, Frankie decides to confront Johnny. She sees him with the other woman at a swinging joint, with his arms around her waist. Frankie's realization that Johnny has been unfaithful prompts her to take drastic action. She retrieves a gun from her pocketbook and shoots Johnny multiple times, causing him to fall to the floor.
As Johnny lays wounded, he pleads with Frankie, declaring his love for her and insisting that he never meant to hurt her. Despite his desperate pleas, Frankie's actions speak of her anguish and betrayal, as she was unable to withstand the hurt and disappointment inflicted upon her by the man she loved, ultimately leading to a tragic and fatal outcome.
The story of Frankie and Johnny encapsulates themes of love, betrayal, and revenge, showcasing the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of infidelity. Through its vivid storytelling and emotive lyrics, the song portrays a poignant tale of love gone wrong, culminating in a heartbreaking and dramatic conclusion.
Line by Line Meaning
This the story of Frankie and Johnny
Let me tell you about the tumultuous relationship between Frankie and Johnny
They were sweethearts forever, and ever, and ever
They were once in love, but things took a dark turn
Frankie and Johnny were sweethearts
Initially, Frankie and Johnny were in a loving relationship
At least that's the way the story goes
Well, that's how it seemed on the surface
Frankie bought everything for Johnny
Frankie provided Johnny with everything he wanted
From his sports car to his Ivy League clothes
She even indulged him with expensive gifts
Oh, he was a man alright
Johnny appeared to be a man of integrity
Oh, but he was doing her wrong
But in reality, he was betraying her
A friend came running to Frankie
Frankie's friend came to warn her
She said I wouldn't tell you no lie
She assured Frankie that she was telling the truth
I saw that man of yours in a Jaguar
I saw Johnny with another woman in a fancy car
With a chick named Nellie Blye
He was with a woman named Nellie Blye
Oh, if he was your man, honey
If Johnny truly cared about you, dear
Let me tell you he was doing you wrong
Then he was definitely betraying you
Frankie ran around to the corner
Frankie hurried to see for herself
And peeked in a swinging place
She discreetly looked inside a lively establishment
And there she saw Johnny with a woman
To her dismay, she spotted Johnny with another woman
He had his arms around her waist
He was embracing her intimately
But she shot him because he was doing her wrong
She felt betrayed and sought revenge by shooting Johnny
She shot him, oh, yeah
She didn't hesitate to pull the trigger
Once, twice, three times
She fired multiple shots in quick succession
And Johnny fell on the hardwood floor
Resulting in Johnny collapsing on the sturdy floor
Frankie, you know I love you
Johnny tried to profess his love for Frankie
Frankie, I wouldn't do you no wrong
He claimed he never intended to hurt her
Frankie, good God almighty, I love you, Frankie
He pleaded desperately for her forgiveness and love
And that's the story of Frankie and Johnny
This tragic tale illustrates the downfall of Frankie and Johnny's relationship
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Written by: Brook Benton
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