In 1957 while still in high school, Tillotson was making records and performing on stage; as a student at the University of Florida, he had his own musical variety show on regional television. Following graduation in 1959 with a Bachelor's Degree in Journalism and Communications, he signed with Cadence Records and moved to New York City to pursue his music career. In 1960, he recorded his first hit, a composition entitled "Poetry in Motion" (written by Anthony/Kaufman), that went to #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S. and #1 on the UK Singles Chart.
A "crossover" artist, several of Tillotson's songs were successful on both the country music charts and pop charts. He earned a Grammy Award nomination for another of his own compositions, "It Keeps Right On a-Hurtin," and also for the song "Heartaches by the Number," nominated for Best Vocal Performance of 1965. He also appeared in the 1963 film "Just for Fun" and sang the theme song for the 1965 Sally Field television comedy "Gidget".
In a career spanning more than 40 years, Tillotson has recorded 26 singles that made it onto Billboard's charts, and performed at venues across the United States and other places around the globe.
He was featured in the 1966 camp comedy The Fat Spy starring Jayne Mansfield, Jack E. Leonard, Phyllis Diller, Brian Donlevy and Jordan Christopher & the Wild Ones. This film was featured in the 2004 documentary The 50 Worst Movies Ever Made (#46).
Judy Judy Judy
Johnny Tillotson Lyrics
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And when she walks she's got the cutest twist
She's grown up before my eyes and all at once I realize
Judy, Judy, Judy I love you
Judy's got the hands I love to touch
The way she wrinkles her nose, it's just too much
No more shirts and bright blue jeans, all at once she's seventeen
I'm prayin' I'll stay in her heart for evermore
'Cause she's the girl I've dreamed of, that I've been waiting for
Judy's gonna share my life some day
And in my heart I know she's gonna stay
When I look into her eyes I just can't help but realize
Judy, Judy, Judy I love you
I'm prayin' I'll stay in her heart for evermore
'Cause she's the girl I've dreamed of, that I've been waiting for
Judy's gonna share my life some day
And I'll be true to her in every way
When I look into her eyes I just can't help but realize
Judy, Judy, Judy I love you
Judy, Judy, Judy I love you
The lyrics to Johnny Tillotson's song "Judy Judy Judy" express the singer's deep admiration and love for a girl named Judy. He describes her physical features such as her lips, walk, and the way she wrinkles her nose, using them as a way to express his attraction to her. He also comments on how she has grown up before his eyes, all at once becoming a seventeen-year-old, and how he has been waiting for a girl like her.
The lyrics convey a sense of joy and hope as the singer expresses his desire to spend his life with Judy and promises to be true to her in every way. The repetition of her name in the song title and throughout the lyrics emphasizes his love for her and serves as a way to honor her.
Overall, the song portrays a young man's infatuation with a girl and his hopes for a future with her. It is a simple yet heartfelt expression of love that resonates with many listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
Judy's got the lips I love to kiss
I am attracted to the way Judy's lips look and feel when I kiss her.
And when she walks she's got the cutest twist
I find Judy's unique way of walking very endearing and cute.
She's grown up before my eyes and all at once I realize
I have watched Judy mature and suddenly come to the realization that I love her.
Judy, Judy, Judy I love you
I am professing my love for Judy.
Judy's got the hands I love to touch
I enjoy touching Judy's hands and find them attractive.
The way she wrinkles her nose, it's just too much
I find Judy's facial expressions, particularly when she wrinkles her nose, very charming and endearing.
No more shirts and bright blue jeans, all at once she's seventeen
I have seen Judy grow from a young girl into a young woman seemingly overnight and it is both surprising and exciting.
I'm prayin' I'll stay in her heart for evermore
I hope to remain important to Judy and be a part of her life forever.
'Cause she's the girl I've dreamed of, that I've been waiting for
Judy is the woman I have always wanted and waited for.
Judy's gonna share my life some day
I envision spending my life with Judy and want her to be a big part of it.
And in my heart I know she's gonna stay
I have confidence in Judy's commitment to me and believe she will want to stay with me.
When I look into her eyes I just can't help but realize
When I see Judy's eyes, I feel a deep emotional connection with her and acknowledge my love for her.
Judy, Judy, Judy I love you
I repeat my declaration of love for Judy.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DOC POMUS, JOHNNY TILLOTSON, MORT SHUMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rickmathison7907
Those were the days when songs and music had meaning. It just came directly from the heart.
@DarkHelmet1976
They still do. Don't miss out on the world because you're stuck in the past.
@kimsweegan6420
it brings life and good spirits. I like it a lot. tq
@nigelbrown1807
yes you are very right.
@jeanm8092
Yes, yes! Great songs of the 60's, my era!❤❤
@hennytjon854
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@yatwingleung6878
This is certainly a wonderful song which recalls the memory of our youth as we all fall in love.
@yatwingleung6878
Thanks for your comment.
@bernarddeng7237
I was a teenager then. I am still listening to this song today. Music and it’s lyrics was so candid and clear then. Thank you for uploading such a gem.
@agnesedwards1646
Love it too