Featuring a classic rockabilly sound, Hi-Voltage hails from Edinburgh, Scot… Read Full Bio ↴Featuring a classic rockabilly sound, Hi-Voltage hails from Edinburgh, Scotland. Formed in 1999, the band tours internationally, playing at music festivals such as Rhythm Riot in the U.K. and Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Weekender in the U.S. The band's latest release is I Gotta Gun from Rollin Records, 2008.

Band members:
Keith Turner - Vocals
Paul Paterson - Lead Guitar
Matt Curtis - Doghouse Bass
Ian Morris - Drums/Vocals
Kenny Tomlinson - Sax

Pretty Baby
Hi-Voltage Lyrics

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You ask me why I'm always teasing you,
You hate to have me call you Pretty Baby;
I really thought that I was pleasing you,
For you're just a baby to me.
Your cunning little dimples and your baby stare,
Your baby talk and baby walk and curly hair;
Your baby smile makes life worth while,
You're just as sweet as you can be.

Your mother says you were the cutest kid;
No wonder, dearie, that I'm wild about you,
And all the cunning things you said and did.
Why, I love to fondly recall,
Ann just like Peter Pan, it seems you'll always be
The same sweet, cunning, Little Baby dear to me.
And that is why I'm sure that I will always love you best of all.

Everybody loves a baby that's why I'm in love with you,
Pretty Baby, Pretty Baby;
And I'd to be your sister, brother, dad and mother too,
Pretty Baby, Pretty Baby.
Won't you come and let me rock you in my cradle of love,
And we'll cuddle all the time.

Oh! I want a Lovin' Baby and it might as well be you,
Pretty Baby of mine.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Hi-Voltage's song "Pretty Baby" encompass a sense of endearment and affection towards a loved one, expressed through playful teasing and adoration. The singer playfully questions why their constant teasing might bother the person they are addressing, using the term "Pretty Baby" as a term of endearment. The singer seems to genuinely believe that calling the person "Pretty Baby" is a way of showing love and admiration, highlighting the innocence and sweetness they see in their loved one.

The lyrics evoke a sense of nostalgia and admiration for the person being addressed, pointing out their charming features such as dimples, baby talk, and curly hair. The imagery of the person as a "baby" conveys a sense of purity and innocence, emphasizing their lovable qualities and the joy they bring to the singer's life. The repeated use of the term "baby" reinforces the strong emotional connection and deep affection the singer feels towards the person they are addressing.

The singer recalls fond memories of the person's childhood, referencing their mother's admiration for them as the cutest kid and reminiscing about the charming and endearing things they used to do. The reference to Peter Pan suggests a timeless and enduring quality to the person, indicating that they will always hold a special place in the singer's heart as a beloved and cherished individual. The lyrics convey a sense of unwavering love and devotion, expressing a deep-seated belief that the person will always be cherished above all others.

The closing verses express the singer's overwhelming love and devotion towards the person, likening them to a precious and beloved baby. The imagery of wanting to be the person's "sister, brother, dad, and mother" reflects a desire to protect, nurture, and care for them in every possible way. The earnest plea to be allowed to "rock you in my cradle of love" conveys a sense of tenderness and intimacy, desiring to provide comfort and affection to the person. The repeated use of the term "Pretty Baby" reinforces the deep emotional connection and the singer's unequivocal love for the person they hold dear.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: EDWARDS, RODGERS

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