Hey Good Lookin'
Jo Stafford Frankie Laine Lyrics


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[Chorus]
Hey good looking what you got cooking
Hows about cooking something up for me
Hey sweet baby don't you think maybe
We could find us a brand new recipe

I got a brand new car and a ten dollar bill
And I know a spot right over the hill
The juke box's jumping the dance is free
So if you wanna have fun come along with me

Hey good looking what you got cooking
Hows about cooking something up for me

I'm free and ready so we can go steady
Hows about saving all your time for me
No more looking, I know I've been cooking
Hows about keeping steady company

I'm gonna pull my date book over the fence
And find me one for five or ten cents
I'll keep it 'til it's covered with age
Cause I'm writing your name down in every page.





[Chorus]

Overall Meaning

The song "Hey Good Lookin'" by Jo Stafford and Frankie Laine is a classic flirtatious call and response that was popular in the 1950s. The chorus of the song is the repeating call that is directed towards a good looking girl, asking her to cook something up for him. This line is an invitation to the girl to spend some time with him, and he suggests they try out a new recipe together.


The confidence of the singer is evident in the verses as well, as he boasts about a brand new car and a ten dollar bill, promising the girl a great time that won't cost her anything. He tells her about a spot right over the hill with a jukebox and a free dance, inviting her to come have fun with him. The singer then professes his interest in the girl, asking her to go steady with him and save all her time for him. He's determined to start a relationship with her, telling her that he's done searching and cooking (flirting) with other girls.


Overall, the song is a lighthearted and playful invitation to spend time with someone interesting and attractive. With its catchy tune, the song became an instant hit that has stood the test of time.


Line by Line Meaning

Hey good looking what you got cooking
What delicious meal are you planning on making?


Hows about cooking something up for me
Would you be willing to make me a tasty dish?


Hey sweet baby don't you think maybe
Do you think it's possible,


We could find us a brand new recipe
that we could discover a new and exciting recipe?


I got a brand new car and a ten dollar bill
I have some newly acquired possessions: a car and ten dollars


And I know a spot right over the hill
I am aware of a location nearby


The juke box's jumping the dance is free
The music is lively and the dancing is no cost


So if you wanna have fun come along with me
If you're seeking enjoyment, come join me


I'm free and ready so we can go steady
I am single and available so we can be exclusive


Hows about saving all your time for me
Could you be willing to spend more time with me?


No more looking, I know I've been cooking
There's no need for you to seek other options, as I am fully committed


Hows about keeping steady company
Would you be interested in being in a committed relationship?


I'm gonna pull my date book over the fence
I'll retrieve my calendar


And find me one for five or ten cents
In search of a date, whether they cost five or ten cents


I'll keep it 'til it's covered with age
I'll maintain it until it's well worn with time


Cause I'm writing your name down in every page.
Because I'll be jotting your name on every single page.


[Chorus]
Refrain of the song




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HANK WILLIAMS SR.

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Comments from YouTube:

george Cripe

Frankie and Jo, now that's a pair to draw too. A very enjoyable duet.

Freeman Griffin

I just love Jo Stafford so much! She didn't make movies, or have a successful t.v. series, I guess that's why she isn't as well known - but what a voice! (: (: (:

BH21206

still sounds good.Thanks

Glenn Johnson

Glenn Johnson had the original UK 78 of this.Wonderful to see this upload

James Smitherman

real good.

bob boscarato

It was a big hit back in the day!

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