Hey Good Lookin'
Jimmy and the Parrots Lyrics
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Hey, Hey, Good Lookin', whatcha got cookin'
How's about cookin' something up with me
[George Strait:]
Hey, sweet baby, don't you think maybe
We could find us a brand new recipe.
[Alan Jackson:]
I got a hot rod Ford and a two dollar bill
And I know a spot right over the hill
There's soda pop and the dancin's free
So if you want to have fun come a- long with me.
[Kenny Chesney:]
Say Hey, Good Lookin', whatcha got cookin'
[Toby Keith:]
How's about cookin' somethin' up with me.
[Jimmy:]
Let's stir it up boys.
[Jimmy:]
I'm free and I'm ready
maybe we can go steady
[Clint:]
How's about savin' all your time for me
[Kenny:]
No more lookin',
[Toby:]
I know I've been tooken
[George:]
How's about keepin' steady company.
[Kenny:]
I'm gonna throw my date book over the fence
[Toby:]
And find me one for five or ten cents.
[George:]
I'll keep it 'til it's covered with age
[Clint:]
'Cause I'm writin' your name down on ev'ry page.
[All:]
Hey, Hey, Good Lookin',
[Alan:]
Whatcha got cookin'
[Jimmy:]
How's about cookin' somethin' up with me.
[Clint:]
How's about cookin' somethin' up with me.
[George:]
How's about cookin' somethin' up with me.
The song "Hey Good Lookin'" was originally written and recorded by Hank Williams in 1951. It has since been covered by many artists, including Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefer Band on their 1995 album "Barometer Soup." The version being analyzed, however, is Jimmy and the Parrots's version, which features a collaboration with other country singers such as George Strait, Alan Jackson, Clint Black, and Kenny Chesney.
The lyrics of the song are about four men who are trying to woo one woman by inviting her to join them in various activities. They are using flattery and material possessions to entice her into spending time with them. The song sets a happy tone and a sense of camaraderie between the singers. The lyrics also have hints of playfulness and charm.
One interpretation of the song is that it is a playful take on the dating scene. Rather than being serious or intense, the lyrics suggest that the singers are simply having a good time and are looking to share that fun with someone they find attractive. The song could be seen as a lighthearted celebration of flirting and courtship, with no ulterior motives.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey, Hey, Good Lookin', whatcha got cookin'
Hey there, attractive person, what are you cooking?
How's about cookin' something up with me
Would you like to cook something together with me?
Hey, sweet baby, don't you think maybe
Hello, lovely person, do you think we should try something new?
We could find us a brand new recipe.
Let's find a new thing to do together.
I got a hot rod Ford and a two dollar bill
I have a fast car and a little bit of money.
And I know a spot right over the hill
I know a fun place just a short distance away.
There's soda pop and the dancin's free
There are free drinks and dancing available.
So if you want to have fun come a- long with me.
If you want to have a good time, come with me.
Say Hey, Good Lookin', whatcha got cookin'
Hey there, attractive person, what are you cooking?
How's about cookin' somethin' up with me.
Would you like to cook something together with me?
Let's stir it up boys.
Let's get things going, guys.
I'm free and I'm ready maybe we can go steady
I am available and interested in a longer-term relationship.
How's about savin' all your time for me
Would you consider spending all your time with me?
No more lookin'
I'm not looking for anyone else.
I know I've been tooken
I have been taken (by you).
How's about keepin' steady company.
Would you like to be in a committed relationship?
I'm gonna throw my date book over the fence
I want to get rid of my current prospects.
And find me one for five or ten cents.
I want to find a new partner.
I'll keep it 'til it's covered with age
I will keep our memories together for a long time.
'Cause I'm writin' your name down on ev'ry page.
I am going to remember you always.
How's about cookin' somethin' up with me.
Would you like to cook something together with me?
How's about cookin' somethin' up with me.
Would you like to cook something together with me?
How's about cookin' somethin' up with me.
Would you like to cook something together with me?
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Hank Sr. Williams
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