Witch Doctor
Grupo Encanto Lyrics
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Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bang-bang
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bing-bang
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bang-bang
I told the witch doctor I was in love with you
I told the witch doctor I was in love with you
And then the witch doctor, he told me what to do
He told me
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bing-bang
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bang-bang
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bing-bang
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bang-bang
I told the witch doctor you didn′t love me true
I told the witch doctor you didn't love me nice
And then the witch doctor, he gave me his advice
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bing-bang
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bang-bang
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bing-bang
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bang-bang
You′ve been keepin' love from me just like you were a miser
And I'll admit I wasn′t very smart
So I went out and found myself a guy who′s so much wiser
And he taught me the way to win your heart
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bing-bang
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bang-bang
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bing-bang
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bang-bang
The lyrics of Grupo Encanto's "Witch Doctor" tell the story of someone seeking the advice of a mystical figure to help them win the heart of someone they love. The repetition of "ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah" and "ting-tang-walla-walla-bing-bang" create a fun and catchy rhythm that encapsulates the song's lighthearted, playful tone. The song's protagonist goes to the "witch doctor" to confess their love, but when they find out the person they're in love with doesn't feel the same way, the witch doctor gives them advice on how to win their heart.
The lyrics highlight the singer's determination and resourcefulness, as they take the witch doctor's advice and find "a guy who's so much wiser" to teach them how to win their beloved's heart. The song conveys the idea that love can be challenging, but with the right guidance and strategies, it is possible to overcome the obstacles in the way of winning over someone's heart. The upbeat and catchy melody of "Witch Doctor" leaves listeners feeling uplifted and inspired to take on love's challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
Ooh-ee-ooh-ah-ah, ting-tang-walla-walla-bing-bang
Repetitive chant serving as a magical incantation
I told the witch doctor I was in love with you
Admission of romantic feelings to a supposed magical practitioner
And then the witch doctor, he told me what to do
Receiving advice from the supposed magical practitioner on how to win the love of the desired person
I told the witch doctor you didn't love me true
Expressing doubt and frustration about the affection of the desired person
I told the witch doctor you didn't love me nice
Further expression of disappointment and dissatisfaction with the desired person's behavior
And then the witch doctor, he gave me his advice
Receiving further advice from the supposed magical practitioner on how to address the situation
You've been keepin' love from me just like you were a miser
Accusing the desired person of withholding affection in a manner akin to hoarding money
And I'll admit I wasn't very smart
Acknowledging a lack of knowledge or skill in winning the desired person's affection
So I went out and found myself a guy who's so much wiser
Seeking out someone with more experience or knowledge in matters of love
And he taught me the way to win your heart
Receiving advice and guidance from someone who supposedly knows how to successfully woo the desired person
Writer(s): Ross Bagdasarian
Contributed by Joshua N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.