Hey Joe Hey Moe
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 Moe!
She's got skin that's creamy dreamy
Eyes that look so lovey-dovey
Now come on, 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 Moe!
We'll be friends until the end
But this looks like the end, my friend
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 Moe!
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 a honey, she's a sugar pie
And I think I'm going to try steal her from you
Hey Moe!
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 Hey Moe" by Moe Bandy and Joe Stampley is a catchy tune that tells a story of two friends who are attracted to the same woman. The lyrics are playful, with each friend teasing the other about their crush on the girl they both fancy. Joe asks Moe where he found the "purdy girlie" with "skin that's creamy dreamy", "eyes that look so lovey-dovey", and "lips as red as cherry berry wine". Meanwhile, Moe remains defensive, telling Joe he's "not a heel", but making it clear that he isn't willing to give up the girl without a fight. In the end, despite being "palsy-walsy" and "friends until the end", it seems like the two will have to go their separate ways over the woman they both covet.
The song uses a lot of exaggerated language and slang terms that were popular in the 70s, like "jolly dolly" and "sugar pie". Additionally, the back-and-forth nature of the lyrics creates a playful banter between the two friends that adds to the song's lightheartedness. It's clear that the two friends have a bond that can withstand their romantic rivalry, but ultimately, they both want to keep the "dolly" for themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Joe!
Greetings, Joe!
Where'd ya find that purdy girlie
Where did you come across that beautiful lady?
Where'd ya get that jolly dolly
Where did you acquire that cheerful lady?
How did ya rate that dish I wish was mine
What makes you think you are worthy of having her when I want her for myself?
Hey Moe!
Greetings, Moe!
She's got skin that's creamy dreamy
She has delightful skin that looks fascinating to me.
Eyes that look so lovey-dovey
Her eyes give the impression that she is in love with someone.
Lips as red as cherry berry wine
Her lips resemble a freshly made cherry berry wine in color.
Now come on, Joe, I'm not a heel
Look, Joe, I don't mean to be unkind.
But oh, buddy let me tell you how I feel
However, my friend, I must share my feelings with you.
She's a honey, she's a sugar pie
She is an incredibly appealing person.
And I think I'm going to try steal her from you
I am considering trying to take her away from you.
Hey Moe!
Greetings, Moe!
We'll be friends until the end
We will remain friends no matter what happens.
But this looks like the end, my friend
However, this situation might ruin our friendship.
I'm gonna keep that dolly for my own
I am going to claim her as mine and keep her for myself.
Hey Joe!
Greetings, Joe!
Come on let's be buddy buddies
Let's be good friends.
Show me you're my palsy-walsy
Demonstrate that you are my close friend.
Introduce that pretty little chick to me
Allow me to be acquainted with that beautiful young lady.
You're really getting' aggrevatin'
You are irritating me.
Hey, you're squirrely that's my girlie
Hey, you're tricky because that lady belongs to me.
You're about as pushy as can be
You are as forceful as you can be.
Now come on, Joe, let's make a deal
Come on, Joe, let's negotiate.
Let me dance with her to see if she is real
Allow me to spend some time with her to determine if she is genuine.
I'm gonna keep that dolly for my own
I am going to claim her as mine and keep her for myself.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BOUDLEAUX BRYANT
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