He first formed his group, the Traits, in 1958, and recorded for several local labels, often with producer Huey Meaux. However, he did not have major success until 1965 when "Treat Her Right" reached # 2 on both the US pop and R&B charts. The song, with its pumping horns and punchy rhythm, established the singer as a prime exponent of "blue-eyed soul".
Later releases on Dunhill and Elektra contained elements of rockabilly and psychedelia, but by the 1970s he was working as a country singer. In 1975 he had a US C&W hit with "The Most Wanted Woman In Town". He continues to perform.
Just A Little Bit
Roy Head Lyrics
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Just want a little bit
Don't want it all
Just a little bit
Give me an eeny weeny bit
A teeny weeny bit of your love
Turn your lamps down low
Slip me a kiss
I won't let you resist
I want an eeny weeny bit
A teeny weeny bit of your love
Early in the mornin'
Well just a little bit
Around midnight
Just a little bit
I want an eeny weeny bit
A teeny weeny bit of your love
Walk with me
Just a little bit
I said talk to me
Just a little bit
I want an eeny weeny bit
A teeny weeny bit of your love
I want you to remember
To say that you'll be mine
Say you'll never leave me
Till the end of time
I want an eeny weeny bit
A teeny weeny bit of your love
I want an eeny weeny bit
A teeny weeny bit of your love
The lyrics of Roy Head's song "Just a Little Bit" is a plea of a needy lover who desires just a bit of their partner's affection. Roy Head vocalizes that he doesn't want the world or the moon and the stars in the heavens; all he desires is just a little bit of love from his lover. He uses repetitiveness to emphasize his plea for a small amount of affection in his life. He further expresses his need for his lover to dim the lights and give him a kiss, hinting at a passionate romantic encounter. Roy Head wants his lover to talk to him, walk with him, and remember the times they spent together. Overall, the song is catchy, upbeat, and packed with an emotional punch that will make you want to groove with the lyrics.
The song "Just a Little Bit" by Roy Head was initially released in 1958 and later charted in 1965. The song was among the top ten of the Billboard pop charts in August 1965. The lyrics and the message of the song encapsulated a prevalent need for love, companionship, and physical touch that the listeners could understand and empathize with. The song went on to become a favourite among Motown and Northern soul fans.
Line by Line Meaning
I do't want much
I'm not asking for a lot
Just want a little bit
I just want a small amount
Don't want it all
I don't want everything
Just a little bit
Just a small amount will suffice
Give me an eeny weeny bit
Give me a very small amount
A teeny weeny bit of your love
I just want a bit of your affection
Turn your lamps down low
Dim the lights
Slip me a kiss
Give me a kiss
Turn your lights down low
Make the room darker
I won't let you resist
I won't take no for an answer
Early in the mornin'
In the morning
Well just a little bit
Just a small amount
Around midnight
At night
Just a little bit
Just a small amount
Walk with me
Come take a walk with me
Just a little bit
I don't need much from you
I said talk to me
I want you to converse with me
I want you to remember
It's important for you to think about
To say that you'll be mine
To commit to being my partner
Say you'll never leave me
Promise me you won't abandon me
Till the end of time
Forever
I want an eeny weeny bit
I just want a small amount of
A teeny weeny bit of your love
Your affection will do
I want an eeny weeny bit
All I need is a small amount
A teeny weeny bit of your love
A little bit of your affection
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Written by: INESSA ALESSANDROVA, MARCUS BROSCH, TONI COTTURA
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@dennischilton
Oh ya baby.... This just rocks... I use to have this very same 45 as a kid... No one can do it better...
@fairfaxhs
Debuted 30 Oct 1965, and reached #39 on Billboard
@jamespollock11
Wow! Roy rocks!
@TheTonyLazarus
Great record - never heard this version before as I only know it from Slade giving it the glam-rock stompover in the 70s.
@robertbayer7935
Met Roy Head at Maxwell's in Hoboken NewJersey
@josephroache3176
Written by and first recorded by Rosco Gordon on Vee-Jay Records, both are great versions
@xyz228
If I remember right,this song & "Treat me Right" were released because "Treat her Right" was so hot
@bernardriddick5824
First time I heard this song was at Toads place B. Will Smith band ๐ฏ
@MoiraRussell
Dang! //chair-dances
@spacepatrolman
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