Two-Ton Tessie
The Banana Splits Lyrics
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And big brown eyes
And everything her mama's got is king-sized
Oh with a Two-Ton Tessie, oh yeah
Two-Ton Tessie, uh-huh
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound
It feels so nice
I can't get it around
Unless I go around twice
Oh with a Two-Ton Tessie, oh yeah
Two-Ton Tessie, uh-huh
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound
The thoughts we've got to give
Me a big disgrace
If I ever let one it's
Going to waste
Oh with a Two-Ton Tessie, oh yeah
Two-Ton Tessie, uh-huh
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound
The Banana Splits' "Two-Ton Tessie" is a fun and upbeat song that celebrates a curvy and large woman. The lyrics describe the physical features of this woman, emphasizing her big red lips, big brown eyes, and her size, which is described as being king-sized. The singer of the song declares his love for her, stating that he loves every pound of her.
The lyrics also illustrate the physical sensations of being with this woman. The singer describes how nice it feels when she holds him tight, and he even jokes that it takes him twice as long to go around her. The lyrics are playful and light-hearted, and they create a positive image of a woman who is not typically celebrated in popular culture.
Overall, "Two-Ton Tessie" is a charming and amusing song that has stood the test of time. While the lyrics may seem dated and somewhat offensive by today's standards, they were typical of the era in which the song was written. When viewed in context, the song can be appreciated for its catchy melody and its ability to make people smile.
Line by Line Meaning
She's got big red lips
Two-Ton Tessie has remarkably large red lips.
And big brown eyes
Her eyes are notable for their deep brown color and size.
And everything her mama's got is king-sized
She has inherited her mother's tendency to have everything in large size.
Oh with a Two-Ton Tessie, oh yeah
The singer expresses his excitement and enthusiasm for Two-Ton Tessie's presence.
Two-Ton Tessie, uh-huh
The repetition of her name highlights the focus of the song on Two-Ton Tessie.
Well she's big and round and
Two-Ton Tessie is shaped in a manner that is distinctively rotund.
I love every pound
The singer admires and appreciates every bit of Two-Ton Tessie's body weight.
Now when she holds me tight
The singer describes an intimate moment where the large woman is hugging him tightly.
It feels so nice
It's a pleasurable and emotive experience for the singer.
I can't get it around
It's difficult for the singer to believe that he is being embraced by someone of Two-Ton Tessie's size.
Unless I go around twice
To fully comprehend the situation, he has to try to imagine embracing her twice.
The thoughts we've got to give
The singer believes that their thoughts about his attraction to Two-Ton Tessie may be judged harshly.
Me a big disgrace
He feels that his desire for Two-Ton Tessie goes against societal norms and may be seen as a source of shame.
If I ever let one it's
If he were to express his desires, he would be vulnerable to criticism and isolation from his community.
Going to waste
He feels that holding this emotion back would be a waste and it would be better to embrace his feelings.
Well she's big and round and
The lyrics continue to emphasize Two-Ton Tessie's unique size and shape.
I love every pound
The repetition of this line shows that the admiration for Two-Ton Tessie's body is unwavering.
Contributed by Joseph D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Jegu9k
She's got big red lips
And big brown eyes
And everything her mama's got is king-sized
Oh with a Two-Ton Tessie,
Two-Ton Tessie, uh-huh
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound
Now when she holds me tight
It feels so nice
I can't get it around
Unless I go around twice
Oh with a Two-Ton Tessie,
Two-Ton Tessie, uh-huh
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound
The thoughts we've got to give
Me a big disgrace
If I ever let one it's
Going to waste
Oh with a Two-Ton Tessie, oh yeah
Two-Ton Tessie, uh-huh
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound..
@Jegu9k
collen apology
@LessShore
Sounds like a song from the hard luck bears
@blackcat2924
This is very great song. Tra la la la
@the13corinne
I had this on lp when I was a kid this tune always sounded like a song by the who like happy jack !
@dandare8053
A bop
@cjjrtoronto
Before, recently, seeing this posting, I did not know that the folks involved with the Banana Splits TV show had put out this record. Was this the first one? And were there other ones; after this one?
@the13corinne
Written by Gene Pitney
@yourfavoritefrostedd1ldo
anyone know the lyrics to this?
@Jegu9k
She's got big red lips
And big brown eyes
And everything her mama's got is king-sized
Oh with a Two-Ton Tessie,
Two-Ton Tessie, uh-huh
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound
Now when she holds me tight
It feels so nice
I can't get it around
Unless I go around twice
Oh with a Two-Ton Tessie,
Two-Ton Tessie, uh-huh
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound
The thoughts we've got to give
Me a big disgrace
If I ever let one it's
Going to waste
Oh with a Two-Ton Tessie, oh yeah
Two-Ton Tessie, uh-huh
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound
Well she's big and round and
I love every pound..
@yourfavoritefrostedd1ldo
@@Jegu9k YOU HAVE NO IDEA HOW MUCH THIS MEANS TO ME THANK YOOUUU