Hey Joe
Moe Bandy & Joe Stampley Lyrics
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Where'd ya find that purdy girlie
Where'd ya get that jolly dolly
How did ya rate that dish I wish was mine
Hey Joe!
She's got skin that's creamy dreamy
Eyes that look so lovey-dovey
Now listen Joe, I'm not a heel
But oh, buddy let me tell you how I feel
She's a honey, she's a sugar pie
And I think I'm going to try steal her from you
Hey Joe!
I know we've been the best of friends
But this is where that friendship ends
I'm gonna keep that dolly for my own
Hey Joe!
Come on let's be buddy buddies
Show me you're my palsy-walsy
Introduce that pretty little chick to me
Hey Joe!
You're really getting' aggrevatin'
Hey, you're squirrely that's my girlie
You're about as pushy as can be
Now come on, Joe, let's make a deal
Let me dance with her to see if she is real
She's the cutest girl I've ever seen
And I tell ya face to face, I mean to steal her from you
Hey Joe!
We'll be friends until the end
But this looks like the end, my friend
I'm gonna keep that dolly for my own
I'm gonna keep that dolly for my own
The song "Hey Joe" by Moe Bandy and Joe Stampley is a playful tune about a guy named Joe who has a beautiful girlfriend that catches the attention of his friend. The lyrics describe this girl in detail, with mentions of her creamy skin, lovely eyes, and red lips. The friend can't help but be drawn to her and wants to steal her away from Joe. He tells Joe that he's not a heel, but he can't resist the girl's charm. He asks Joe to introduce him to the girl, but as the song goes on, their friendship starts to unravel as they both fight for her attention. In the end, the friend declares that he's going to keep the girl for himself, much to Joe's chagrin.
What's interesting about this song is that it showcases the competitive nature of male friendships when it comes to romantic relationships. The friend is willing to risk his friendship with Joe for the chance to be with this girl. Additionally, the lyrics are cheeky and playful, with phrases like "jolly dolly" and "cherry berry wine" adding to the whimsy of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Joe!
Addressing Joe, starting a conversation
Where'd ya find that purdy girlie
Asking Joe where he found the attractive girl
Where'd ya get that jolly dolly
Asking Joe where he got the happy, fun girl
How did ya rate that dish I wish was mine
Asking Joe how he was able to get such a desirable girl
She's got skin that's creamy dreamy
Describing the girl's smooth, beautiful skin
Eyes that look so lovey-dovey
Describing the girl's affectionate-looking eyes
Lips as red as cherry berry wine
Describing the girl's attractive, red lips
Now listen Joe, I'm not a heel
Clarifying that the artist is not a bad person
But oh, buddy let me tell you how I feel
Explaining that the artist wants to express his feelings to Joe
She's a honey, she's a sugar pie
Describing the girl as sweet and attractive
And I think I'm going to try steal her from you
Stating the singer's intention to take the girl from Joe
Hey Joe!
Addressing Joe again
I know we've been the best of friends
Acknowledging the friendship between the two
But this is where that friendship ends
Explaining that the singer's desire for the girl will end the friendship
I'm gonna keep that dolly for my own
Stating the singer's intention to keep the girl for himself
Come on let's be buddy buddies
Asking Joe to be friends again
Show me you're my palsy-walsy
Asking Joe to prove his loyalty as a friend
Introduce that pretty little chick to me
Requesting Joe to introduce the girl to the singer
You're really getting' aggravatin'
Expressing frustration with Joe's behavior
Hey, you're squirrely that's my girlie
Accusing Joe of being sneaky by trying to keep the girl for himself
You're about as pushy as can be
Accusing Joe of being overly aggressive in keeping the girl for himself
Now come on, Joe, let's make a deal
Suggesting that Joe and the artist come to an agreement
Let me dance with her to see if she is real
Proposing that the singer dance with the girl to confirm his attraction
She's the cutest girl I've ever seen
Describing the girl as the artist's ideal type
And I tell ya face to face, I mean to steal her from you
Stating the singer's intention to take the girl from Joe openly and directly
We'll be friends until the end
Assuring Joe that they will still be friends in the end
But this looks like the end, my friend
Suggesting that the friendship is in danger because of the girl
I'm gonna keep that dolly for my own
Repeating the artist's intention to keep the girl for himself
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Written by: Boudleaux Bryant
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