Slippin
John Lennon Lyrics


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Slippin' and a slidin', peepin' and a hidin', been told long time ago,
Slippin' and a slidin', peepin' and a hidin', been told long time ago,
I been told, baby, you been bold, I won't be your fool no more.

Oh, big conniver, nothing but a jiver, done got hip to your jive,
Oh, big conniver, nothing but a jiver, done got hip to your jive,
Slippin' and a slidin', peepin' and a hidin', won't be your fool no more.
Oh Malinda, she's a solid sender, you know you better surrender,




Oh Malinda, she's a solid sender, you know you better surrender,
Slippin' and a slidin', peepin' and a hidin', won't be your fool no more.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to John Lennon's "Slippin' and Slidin'" convey a clear message of frustration and determination. In the first verse, Lennon sings about how he has been warned about his lover's deceitful ways, and how he will no longer be fooled by her actions. The repetition of "slippin' and slidin', peepin' and hidin'" serves to emphasize the actions that are driving Lennon's decision to break free from the relationship.


Throughout the song, Lennon uses phrases and imagery that suggest that his lover is not to be trusted. The line "Oh, big conniver, nothing but a jiver" portrays her as manipulative and dishonest, while "Oh Malinda, she's a solid sender, you know you better surrender" suggests that there is another woman whom Lennon sees as more trustworthy and dependable.


The overall tone of the song is one of defiance and self-respect, as Lennon declares that he will no longer be taken for a fool. The repetition of the "slippin' and slidin'" refrain serves to emphasize this point and drive home the message that he has had enough.


Line by Line Meaning

Slippin' and a slidin', peepin' and a hidin', been told long time ago,
I've been sneaking around and trying to hide, but someone warned me a long time ago that I can't keep doing this.


I been told, baby, you been bold, I won't be your fool no more.
I've heard that you've been acting bold and deceitful, but I won't let you fool me anymore.


Oh, big conniver, nothing but a jiver, done got hip to your jive,
You are a major deceiver and liar, but I've become aware of your lies and schemes and I won't fall for them anymore.


Slippin' and a slidin', peepin' and a hidin', won't be your fool no more.
I won't tolerate your sneaky and dishonest behavior anymore, I won't let you deceive me any longer.


Oh Malinda, she's a solid sender, you know you better surrender,
You should give up and admit defeat because Malinda is an impressive and powerful force to be reckoned with.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Albert Collins, Edurin Bogage, James Smith, Richard Penniman

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@imeretian9446

I love how John dropped a classic rock n roll banger right in the middle of disco craze. What a legend

@kye3849

You're you're right on the ball bro I've got all about the disco craze

@ClaudioLaureano936

It was really cool, but, actually, he did it for contractual obligation

@imeretian9446

@Claudio That's true, but he sure did pour all his soul into it!

@steveconn

It was part of a lawsuit settlement when he was found guilty of ripping off a Chuck Berry song You Can't Catch Me for Come Together. He had to record a bunch of classics owned by the record company.

@robroufla

It was meant to come out in 1973 but Spector went away with the tapes. So that was before Disco.

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@grahamcox662

One of the greatest rock n roll voices of all time.

@murphymoe753

Who knows what we missed

@tomacosta85

Thee Voice.. His phrasing and pitch is simply incredible.

@ashburn47

Agree 100%. What a great rock voice. Miss you John

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