Be-Bop Baby
Rick Nelson Lyrics


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A be bop baby, a be bop baby
A be bop baby, she's the gal for me

She got plenty of rhythm, got plenty of jive
And when we dance we really come alive
My love for her's so tender and sweet
My heart starts poundin' ev'ry time we meet
A be bop baby still in her teens
Just as sweet as she can be
A be bop baby in her old blue jeans
Is the be bop baby for me, a be bop baby for me

A be bop baby, a be bop baby
A be bop baby, she's the gal for me

I'm gonna find her tonight, we're gonna have a time
I want that baby to be mine all mine
A big day's comin' for my baby and me
The day she says she belongs to me

A be bop baby still in her teens
Just as sweet as she can be
A be bop baby in her old blue jeans
Is the be bop baby for me, a be bop baby for me

A be bop baby, a be bop baby
A be bop baby, she's the gal for me

She got plenty of rhythm, got plenty of jive
And when we dance we really come alive
My love for her's so tender and sweet
My heart starts poundin' ev'ry time we meet

A be bop baby still in her teens
Just as sweet as she can be
A be bop baby in her old blue jeans




Is the be bop baby for me, a be bop baby for me
A be bop baby for me

Overall Meaning

The song "Be-Bop Baby" by Rick Nelson is a classic example of early rock and roll music. The lyrics talk about a teenage girl who is an expert in dancing and has a lot of rhythm and jive, which makes her the perfect girl for the singer. He is smitten with her and his heart starts pounding every time they meet. The singer wants to make her his own and looks forward to the day when she will say that she belongs to him.


The song captures the excitement and energy of the early rock and roll era, with its fast-paced beat and catchy lyrics. It symbolizes the emergence of a new youth culture that rejected the constraints of the past and sought to express itself through music and dance. The song is also notable for its use of the term "be-bop," which was a significant trend in jazz music at the time and became a popular term in rock and roll.


Overall, "Be-Bop Baby" is a classic rock and roll song that captures the youthful energy and spirit of the early years of the genre.


Line by Line Meaning

A be bop baby, a be bop baby
She is a girl who loves to dance to be-bop music.


A be bop baby, she's the gal for me
She is the perfect girl for me because she enjoys the same music I do.


She got plenty of rhythm, got plenty of jive
She has excellent dance skills and knows how to move to the music.


And when we dance we really come alive
Our connection on the dance floor makes us feel alive and exhilarated.


My love for her's so tender and sweet
I have strong and affectionate feelings towards her.


My heart starts poundin' ev'ry time we meet
I get anxious and excited every time I see her.


A be bop baby still in her teens
She is still a teenager, but she exudes a mature energy.


Just as sweet as she can be
She is kind and gentle in nature.


A be bop baby in her old blue jeans
She looks amazing in her casual attire.


Is the be bop baby for me, a be bop baby for me
She is the girl I want to be with, and I want to dance with her as much as possible.


I'm gonna find her tonight, we're gonna have a time
Tonight is the night I plan to find and spend time with her


I want that baby to be mine all mine
I want to make her my own.


A big day's comin' for my baby and me
We have an event or a milestone approaching that we are both excited for.


The day she says she belongs to me
The day she expresses her love for me and commits to me.


A be bop baby for me
She is the only one I want, my be-bop baby.




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: PEARL LENDHURST

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@charsoldest

Ricky brought rock and roll into our living room along with Elvis. It was the 50s and it was a great time.

@user-qh8ku3lh9u

Класс! Голос и исполнение великолепные.

@fatimadossantoslima7488

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@georgewilliams6251

When Rick Nelson's death was announced, it was like losing a relative. I had seen him so much on TV as a child, I felt as if I knew him.

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@sauquoit13456

On this day in 1957 {October 7th} "Be-Bop Baby" by Ricky Nelson entered Billboard's Top 100 chart; eventually it peaked at #3 & spent 20 weeks on the Top 100 {Imperial Records released it as the B-side of the record}. But the record's A-side, "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You", also charted, it reached #29 and stayed on the Top 100 for 9 weeks {the Four Preps sang back-up on this recording}. Mr. Nelson, born Eric Hilliard Nelson, passed away on December 31st, 1985 at the young age of 45.

@fatimadossantoslima7488

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@RickysChannel1

Thank you... since I have this channel , I'm in contact with Ricky Nelson fans all over the world. That makes me very happy. And today , it's his 73. birthday... kind regards Kristin

@rosalindabernas4351

He was my idol still is

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