Johnny's Guitar's press release from 1965 states: "Johnny Guitar is the first band who gets wonderful new ideas in string music. They arranged Thai classical and Thai popular (a go-go fro dancing and listen) Johnny Guitar got a big succeed in string music. The biggest hits, biggest sell and biggest demand. The very best, greatest sound for stereo phonic and best for souvenirs."
Supannahaong (Rosana Records EP) Which was Johnny's Guitar's first hit in 1965. A truly great example of how the Thai String bands developed their own style through mixing pop sounds with native Thai music. Supannahong is a traditional tune reserved for a boat procession on the mighty Chao Praya river. In Johnny's Guitar's hands the song turns into a haunting masterpiece that even pre-dates the coming of the psychedelic era."
-Liner notes from Thai Beat A Go-Go Vol. 1, subcd11
Johnny Guitar
Johnny Guitar Lyrics
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I wanted to play that guitar so much
Now I'm a man and I got me one
Now I'm playing, playing son of a gun
They call me Johnny Guitar
They call me Johnny Guitar
They call me Johnny Guitar
Gonna play some blues, gonna play some rock 'n' roll
And try to upset all the pretty girl's slow
Gonna place them slow and place them fast
Gonna have a ball as long as it lasts
They call me Johnny Guitar
They call me Johnny Guitar
They call me Johnny Guitar
I'm going to play in your town
You can get a girl and hold her close to you
But you better get her before I do
We're gonna have some fun day all day through
I'm playing my guitar especially just for you
They call me Johnny Guitar
They call me Johnny Guitar
They call me Johnny Guitar
I'm going to play in your town
They call me Johnny Guitar, yeah
They call me Johnny Guitar
They call me Johnny Guitar
I'm coming to play in your town
The song “Johnny Guitar” by Peggy Lee was written for the film of the same name in 1954, directed by Nicholas Ray. The song was originally written by Victor Young and Peggy Lee, but the version sung by Peggy dropped some of the original lyrics and added a chorus. The lyrics of the song are from the perspective of someone who has always dreamed of playing the guitar and is now finally living that dream. The singer of this song is Johnny, who is a dynamic and charismatic guitar player who is loved by many. Johnny is a confident guitarist who is skilled enough to play both blues and rock ‘n’ roll music.
The lyrics of the song also touch upon the playfulness of Johnny, as he is a ladies’ man who aims to impress them with his music. He aims to entertain the audience with both fast and slow-paced music, and he is confident that he can easily win over any pretty girl’s heart. The last few lines of the song are a warning to the listener that they better get the girl before Johnny does, as they are competing against a talented and charming guitarist.
Line by Line Meaning
When I was a young boy, I thought I had that touch
When I was a young boy, I believed that I had a natural talent for playing the guitar.
I wanted to play that guitar so much
Playing the guitar was my biggest desire.
Now I'm a man and I got me one
Now that I am a grown man, I have finally obtained a guitar.
Now I'm playing, playing son of a gun
I am now playing the guitar relentlessly and passionately.
They call me Johnny Guitar
My name is Johnny Guitar.
I'm going to play in your town
I will come to your town and perform a concert.
Gonna play some blues, gonna play some rock 'n' roll
I will play a mix of blues and rock 'n' roll music.
And try to upset all the pretty girl's slow
My music will excite and unsettle all the pretty girls around.
Gonna place them slow and place them fast
I will play both slow and fast songs.
Gonna have a ball as long as it lasts
I will have a great time performing as long as possible.
You can get a girl and hold her close to you
You can try to find a girl and hold her close to you.
But you better get her before I do
But you better act quick if you don't want me to steal her.
We're gonna have some fun day all day through
We will have fun throughout the day.
I'm playing my guitar especially just for you
I am playing my guitar specifically for you.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Johnny Watson
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@ecuaplanes5441
My father loved this song. He played everyday the soundtrack in his guitar. He died when I was 3 years old. Always that I listen to this, I feel him alive and next to me :,)
@jorgerivasnieto2001
Una excelente y deliciosa melodía, muy pero muy limpia cada nota.
@manuelanela6482
ESPECTACULAR EU ATÉ ME ARREPIO COM TANTAS LINDÍSSIMAS MÚSICAS ESPECTACULARES QUE TENHA MUITA SAÚDE PARA CONTINUAR COM ESTE BELEZA DE MÚSICA.
@guitarist2752
"Johnny Guitare", bravo belle interprétation. On le joue aussi avec notre trio mais en acoustique 😉
@user-kr2ot7vt3x
Браво браво!Перфектно....👏👏❤️🇬🇷
@tugaltug
This is amazing! I have never heard the song before, I just found the notes on my violin notebook now, wanted to hear it before I try to play. Its been 14 years since you shared the video but it helped me a lot and is so joyful. I hope you are doing great. Lots of love from Turkey!
@elifeler5059
Yes very nice
@ismailwan8413
Song was first sung long ago 1954
@nataliapodolko7584
Очень трогательное исполнение! Красивая игра! Спасибо!
@malgosia50
Ale czad !!!—-super —dzięki 🌹🌹🌹🎸🎸🎸🎸🎼🎼🎼🎼👍