Born in Queens, New York, Linda Scott was still in high school when she auditioned for Arthur Godfrey's radio show on CBS in 1959. After having won a place on the show, Linda and other young performers became regular guests on the show. During the show's run the young singer came to the attention of Epic records and Linda made her recording debut (singing as Linda Sampson) with the single 'In-Between Teen'.
In 1961 she signed with the Canadian-American label, a label that had struck gold with the Santo & Johnny single 'Sleep Walk'. Though still in high school, the label changed her performing name to Linda Scott producing and releasing the hit 'I've Told Every Little Star'. The song was originally written by Oscar Hammerstein II and Jerome Kern and was first used in the 1932 production of 'Music In The Air'. That year Scott had a total of 3 top 20 hits. She also wrote some of her own music, unusual for the time, including 'Three Guesses' which was the B side of 'I've Told Every Little Star' The next year she recorded for both Canadian-American records and it’s sister label Congress records. She also appeared in 'Don't Knock The Twist' starring Chubby Checker singing Yessiree'.
Though she released several more singles over the next 3 years they were less and less successful. Her last chart appearance was 'Who's Been Sleeping In My Bed' released in January 1964, the same month the Beatles made their first chart appearance.
In 1965 she became a cast member of the TV rock show ‘Where the Action is’ which she co-hosted with singer Steve Alaimo. Scott's last recording, 'They Don't Know You', was released in 1968 on RCA records and Scott quit show business soon after to pursue studies in theology. She was an army medical laboratory technician for two years and later received a degree in Theology from Kingsway Christian College and Theological Seminary in Des Moines.
The Complete Hits of Linda Scott was released by Bay area Eric records and “I’ve Told Every Little Star” was included in director David Lynch’s film Mulholland Dr..
Yessiree
Linda Scott Lyrics
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Well out of all the boys that I ever knew
I'd like to spend my time with you-hoo-hoo
Yesiree (Yesiree Yesiree)
You're the one for me. (Yesiree Yesiree)
And I want to tell you something baby.
(Yesiree) Yesiree (Yesiree )
Well once in a while I'd look around
A-searchin for a fella but always found
Yesiree (Yesiree Yesiree)
You're the one for me (Yesiree Yesiree)
And I'm gonna let you know it, honey.
(Yesiree) Yesiree (Yesiree)
You better listen carefully. I'll tell you what's been buggin' me.
The talk around is very strong. You're treatin' me so wro-ah-ong.
Now I'm gonna tell you just how to treat me right.
Take me in you arms and hold me oh so tight.
Yesiree (Yesiree Yesiree) You're the one for me (Yesiree Yesiree)
Now for the last time honey baby Whoaaa (Yesiree) Yesiree (Yesiree)
You better listen carefully, and I wlll tell you what is buggin' me.
The talk around is very strong. You're treatin' me so wro-ah-ong.
Now I'm gonna tell you just how to treat me right.
So take me in you arms and hold me oh so tight.
Yesiree (Yesiree Yesiree) Well you're the one for me (Yesiree Yesiree)
Now for the last time honey baby Whoaaa (Yesiree) Yesiree (Yesiree)
I don't mean maybe Yesiree (Yesiree Yesiree)
C'mon baby Yesiree
The song "Yessiree" by Linda Scott is a classic love song which highlights the singer's undying love for her special someone. The song starts with an affirmation that out of all the boys that she has known, she desires to spend time with the one that she is directing the song to. The use of repetition in the lyrics accentuates the unending love that the singer has for her lover, as she exclaims "Yesiree" multiple times throughout the song. She acknowledges that it took a while for her to find the right one and expresses her excitement for finally finding the person she wants to be with.
The second verse highlights a dilemma where people around her are talking about her lover treating her wrongly. She takes the opportunity to tell him how to treat her right by holding her tight in his arms. The repetition of the song title 'Yesiree' is used as a confirmation of the singer's confidence in her choice of lover. The song culminates in a reaffirmation of the finality of her decision to stick with her boyfriend, with the lyrics, "I don't mean maybe, Yesiree."
Line by Line Meaning
Well out of all the boys that I ever knew
I have known many guys, but none of them compares to you.
I'd like to spend my time with you-hoo-hoo
I want to be with you all the time, and it makes me excited just thinking about it.
Yesiree (Yesiree Yesiree)
I am definitely sure that you are the one for me.
You're the one for me. (Yesiree Yesiree)
I am absolutely certain that you are the person I should be with.
And I want to tell you something baby. (Yesiree) Yesiree (Yesiree )
I need to let you know how I feel, and it's absolutely true that you're the one for me.
Well once in a while I'd look around
Sometimes I try to find someone else, but I always end up realizing that no one compares to you.
A-searchin for a fella but always found
I was looking for guys, but I always came back to you.
You're the one for me (Yesiree Yesiree)
You are the right person for me, and I am very sure about that.
And I'm gonna let you know it, honey. (Yesiree) Yesiree (Yesiree)
I want to make sure you know that you're the one for me, and it's a fact I'm certain about.
You better listen carefully. I'll tell you what's been buggin' me.
I need you to pay attention because there's something bothering me that I need to discuss with you.
The talk around is very strong. You're treatin' me so wro-ah-ong.
People are gossiping about how you're treating me badly, and I agree with them.
Now I'm gonna tell you just how to treat me right.
I will give you instructions on how to treat me properly and make things right.
Take me in you arms and hold me oh so tight.
I need you to embrace me tightly and reassure me of your love for me.
Yesiree (Yesiree Yesiree) You're the one for me (Yesiree Yesiree)
It's still true that you're the right person for me, and I'm certain of it.
Now for the last time honey baby Whoaaa (Yesiree) Yesiree (Yesiree)
I need to emphasize one last time that you are the one for me, and I am very sure of it.
I don't mean maybe Yesiree (Yesiree Yesiree)
I am absolutely sure, without a doubt, that you're the right person for me.
C'mon baby Yesiree
So, let's make things right, and be together because it's what we both want
Contributed by Cole K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@tipsy9947
Am I right that Linda wrote this herself? She's fantastic.
@onepieceoflife7136
I'm 22 now, this song is still a hit for me
@kevinstewart449
Wow!!! I liked Linda's songs which I listened to on Top 40 Station CJCA, but I've only ever seen a few pictures of her. This is GREAT, first time seeing her in action ... and I really liked Yessiree. If this clip was actually shot in '62, she would only have been 17 .... more WoW!!! Thanks for this GSMM.
@charliegangler7999
what a voice, so sharp and clear
@johnnymac8680
What a delight to find Linda singing this upbeat song!
@johnking6550
Thanks for this very fine posting(correct aspect ratio & good resolution)of this superb vocalist doing one of her own compositions...an extremely catchy tune that never caught on the way that it should have...a great little rocker...both the song and Linda.
@DeniseFactor
I adore Linda Scott and that's how they did it way back then.
@LifeOfJimbo
John, was linda succesful on the UK musical charts?
I was born in '98, but know mostly about the girls and guys who were succesful during the 50s, Alma Cogan, Teresa, Brewer Doris Day, and Rosemary Clooney, of course
@jimmyboylikeehamilton8276
Yeah, it looks like way back then they didn't have all this PC culture crap and wok mentality, and people getting offended at the drop of a hat, and probably a lot less crime in the big cities and oh my goodness, people probably trusted each other more way back then! And yes, Linda Scott has a great voice and maybe she still records!
@pascalcollin1452
Superbe chanteuse c'était le bon vieux temps ❤❤❤❤