Originally, the group was known as the Stetson Brothers, but they changed their name to Stetsasonic for their debut, On Fire, due to their preference of Stetson hats. The album received mixed reviews, though the follow-ups, In Full Gear and Blood, Sweat & No Tears were critically acclaimed.
The group broke up soon after the release of Blood, Sweat & No Tears. Frukwan and Prince Paul worked with the Gravediggaz, while the latter also became a well-respected record producer, as did Daddy O, who worked for Mary J. Blige and the Red Hot Chili Peppers, among others.
Sally
Stetsasonic Lyrics
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(Delite) And she don't score
(Daddy-O) Or eat pork
(Both) With a spoon or fork
(Daddy-O) But I heard that
(Chorus)
(Some people don't like the way
(Ahem)
(Some people don't like the way
They way Sally walk)
(Ahem)
(1-2-3-4 Hit it!)
(Daddy-O)
This story's funny
I met this girl, and she had money
In vast abundance
Goo-goo gobs, I mean redundance
Her eyes were hazel
Her dress was suede, her voice was nasal
I found her so fly
But for the life of me, I didn't know why
(Chorus)
(Delite)
Now here's what took place
Recooed this jam, she rented the space
Nice place to party
But wouldn't you know, it turned out sorry
It's so confusin'
And sometimes I say it's amusin'
The jam was okay
'Til Sally walked in, 'cause just like I say
(Chorus)
Bridge:
(girl named Sally)
(girl named Sally hit it)
(girl named Sally)
(girl named Sally)
(1-2-3-4 Hit it!)
(girl named Sally)
(girl named Sally hit it)
(girl named Sally)
(girl named Sally)
(1-2-3-4 Hit it!)
(Daddy-O)
You know what? She don't live in Manhatten
Bronx, Queens, or the island of Staten
She's a Brooklyn swinga
So fly, every Friday night I might ring her
Telephone, yo D guess what (What?)
She's all alone (So?)
Stoned to the bone
Her shape's full grown
The kind of girl I'd love to own, ya see 'cause
(Chorus)
(Daddy-O)
I'm still with Sally
Paid and now we're both (feelin' Cali)
(Frukwan)
I think I love her
I know that I think highly of her
(Delite)
Believe it or not
I even thought
of tying the knot
(All Three)
She's opened my nose
And I ignore the story that goes:
(Chorus)
Bridge (x2)
The song "Sally" by Stetsasonic is a fun and light-hearted track about a girl named Sally. The song is performed through a combination of rapping and singing, with Daddy-O and Delite taking turns on the mic. The song begins with Daddy-O introducing Sally as a girl who doesn't eat pork, and later goes on to describe her physical appearance, including her hazel eyes and suede dress. Despite finding Sally attractive, Daddy-O admits that he doesn't understand why he likes her. Delite then takes over the song, describing a party that Sally attended and how her presence ruined the vibe. The chorus, "Some people don't like the way Sally walk," is repeated throughout the song, although it is never fully explained why. The song ends with all three members of the group raving about Sally and how much they like her.
The lyrics to "Sally" are open to interpretation, but one possible explanation for the repeated line in the chorus could be that Sally's confidence and unique way of walking make her stand out from the crowd. The song could be about celebrating individuality and finding beauty in unexpected places. The upbeat, funky instrumental and catchy chorus make "Sally" a feel-good track that's sure to get you dancing.
Line by Line Meaning
I got a (girl named Sally)
I have a girlfriend named Sally
And she don't score
She does not use drugs
Or eat pork
She does not eat pork
With a spoon or fork
She does not use utensils to eat
But I heard that
I heard a rumor about her
(Chorus)
People dislike the way Sally walks
(Some people don't like the way
The way Sally walk)
Some people do not appreciate Sally's walking style
(1-2-3-4 Hit it!)
Count-in before the next verse
This story's funny
This narrative is interesting
I met this girl, and she had money
I encountered a wealthy young woman
In vast abundance
She was incredibly wealthy
Goo-goo gobs, I mean redundance
She had an unnecessarily large amount of money
Her eyes were hazel
Sally had hazel eyes
Her dress was suede, her voice was nasal
Sally wore a suede dress and had a nasal voice
I found her so fly
I thought she looked attractive
But for the life of me, I didn't know why
I couldn't explain why I found her attractive
Now here's what took place
This is what happened next
Recooed this jam, she rented the space
She recorded this song and paid for the studio space
Nice place to party
The studio was a good spot for a party
But wouldn't you know, it turned out sorry
Unfortunately, the party wasn't successful
It's so confusin'
It's all so perplexing
And sometimes I say it's amusin'
I find it funny sometimes
The jam was okay
The party was average
'Til Sally walked in, 'cause just like I say
The party was ruined after Sally arrived
You know what? She don't live in Manhattan
She does not reside in Manhattan
Bronx, Queens, or the island of Staten
She doesn't live in Bronx, Queens, or Staten Island
She's a Brooklyn swinga
Sally is from Brooklyn
So fly, every Friday night I might ring her
Sally is cool and I might call her every Friday
Telephone, yo D guess what (What?)
She's all alone (So?)
Guess what - I called Sally and she's alone
Stoned to the bone
She was high on drugs
Her shape's full grown
She has a mature bodily figure
The kind of girl I'd love to own, ya see 'cause
I want to be in a serious relationship with her
I'm still with Sally
I'm still dating Sally
Paid and now we're both (feelin' Cali)
We're both feeling happy and content
I think I love her
I believe I am falling in love with her
I know that I think highly of her
I have a very high opinion of her
Believe it or not
I even thought
of tying the knot
I considered marrying Sally
She's opened my nose
She has made me more perceptive
And I ignore the story that goes:
I disregard the rumors about her
Bridge (x2)
Repeat the bridge twice
Contributed by Nathaniel K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@edwinhayes7013
One of the best BEATS in hip hop history, hands down!!!!$$$$
@anthonymeans7439
Definitely!!!
@kennethanderson683
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@bro.ianmuhammad4331
Definitely knocking in 2022 and beyond. Reheard this in a rental omw to Chicago
@deshontellocus
That’s real talk I was 14 when this came out . And I still fuck with it 2022
@safetcucaj385
I like the part..I'm still with Sally...paid...
@calburner4635
Pure hip hop music at its finest. The dislikes are from people who don't like the way that Sally walks.
@trieisuacarpenter5949
😂😂😂😂😂
@marksmith2087
I sure miss these days growing up in the 80s.
@hotpeachjuicy
34 years later I am still jamming to this one!