Strange Things
John Holt Lyrics


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Strange things happen on a friday night.
Girls, beach boys, and lots of hugging and kissing.
Under the golden moon, that shines a silver light.
ooooooooh. I'd like to be one of them.
But time like a wondering sheep, a wondering sheep
on this island
with no one to love me,
with no one to kiss me
Thats why i saaaaaay.

Some one please take my hand
and let us go.
I keep on thinking, I wish it was me.

Strange things happen on a friday night.
Girls, beach boys, and lots of hugging and kissing.
Under the golden moon, that shines a silver light.
ooooooooh. I'd like to be one of them.
But time like a wondering sheep, a wondering sheep
on this island
with no one to love me,
with no one to kiss me
Thats why i saaaaaay.

Some one please take my hand
and let us go.




I keep on thinking, I wish it was me.
mmmmmmmm

Overall Meaning

The song reflects the longing and loneliness of the singer on a Friday night, a time when people usually gather together and socialize. The singer wishes to be a part of the group of people who are enjoying themselves under a silver moon. However, he feels like an outsider, as he is alone on an island with nobody to love or kiss. The repetition of "wondering sheep" signifies the aimlessness and lost feeling the singer is experiencing. He is in search of someone to take his hand and take him away from his lonely life.


The lyrics of the song are very relatable to anyone who has ever felt alone in a world of people having fun. The setting of the song, a tropical island, adds a dreamy and romantic touch to the song, making it even more appealing. The song highlights the universal desire to connect with others and the hope that someone would come along to take away the loneliness. It illustrates the universal human experience of feeling left out and the longing to be a part of something larger than themselves.


Line by Line Meaning

Strange things happen on a friday night.
Unusual and exciting events occur on Friday nights, which can involve hanging out with girls and beach boys and lots of hugging and kissing.


Girls, beach boys, and lots of hugging and kissing.
Friday nights can include spending time with females, males who enjoy water sports, and lots of physical affection.


Under the golden moon, that shines a silver light.
The moon gives off a unique and enchanting glow, adding to the magical atmosphere of the night.


ooooooooh. I'd like to be one of them.
The singer yearns to be part of the group of individuals enjoying the exciting activities on Friday night.


But time like a wondering sheep, a wondering sheep on this island with no one to love me, with no one to kiss me
However, time seems to pass by slowly and aimlessly, much like a wandering sheep, as the singer feels lonely and isolated on this island without anyone to love or kiss.


Thats why i saaaaaay.
This is why the singer repeats their desire for someone to take their hand and join in on the fun.


Some one please take my hand and let us go.
The singer pleads for someone to accompany them and partake in the festivities of Friday night.


I keep on thinking, I wish it was me.
The singer continues to ponder and wish they were included in the group having an exciting time on Friday night.




Writer(s): John Holt

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@orourkedamusic

I'm 45 and only discovered this song about two weeks ago. Makes me wonder how many more classics are out there.

@cadumoro

many, but this is a real classic, reggae is life. My 5 year old is crazy about it.
one love

@orourkedamusic

@@GTMarmot Why's that?

@pressahmon7930

Lots my friend✊🏾. Seek and you shall Find.
All the talent in the world is in Jamaica 🇯🇲... a hidden gem for musical talent.

Dig into the foundation reggae... you will find endless amount of quality material like this timeless gem.

Bless🙏🏾

@johnogroats3318

There’s a handful of wicked versions of this song and of this riddim too!

@slinkeebeenees8161

Infinite Gold

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@orourkeda

OK. I was celebrating Christmas and ended up dancing in the kitchen with my six year old daughter to this tune. Nice one.

@sprig6043

Beautiful

@Diozmioz

Strange things happen on a Friday night, girls meet boys , and lots of hugging and kissing, under the golden moon that shines a silver light, oh oh I'd like to be one of them, but I'm like a wandering sheep, a wandering sheep on this island, with no one to love me, with no one to kiss me, that's why I say, someone please take my hand and let us go, I keep on thinking I wish that it was me.

@VitalidadFrutal

Listening to this at 4 A.M on a Friday night. Deep lyrics. Holt will never get old! One love from Mexico.

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