The Beau Brummels broke into the mainstream with their debut single, "Laugh, Laugh", for which they would later be credited for setting the aesthetic foundation for the San Francisco Sound. The band's popularity continued with the subsequent album, 1965's Introducing the Beau Brummels, and the Top 10 single "Just a Little". The group's commercial success declined by the following year, at which time the financially struggling Autumn label was acquired by Warner Bros. Records. After recording an album of cover songs, Beau Brummels '66, the band released a pair of critically acclaimed albums: Triangle in 1967 and Bradley's Barn in 1968.
The band underwent several personnel changes, beginning with Mulligan's departure in 1965. Guitarist Don Irving joined the band in late 1965 when Elliott began to suffer seizures resulting from a diabetic condition, leaving him unable to tour with the band. Shortly after the release of Beau Brummels '66, Irving left the group when he was inducted into the armed forces. Petersen left to join Harpers Bizarre, reducing the Beau Brummels to a trio for the recording of Triangle. Meagher was drafted for military service in 1968, leaving Valentino and Elliott as the only remaining band members. The duo worked with prominent Nashville session musicians to record Bradley's Barn before parting ways in 1969 to focus on solo material and participate in projects by other artists. The five original Beau Brummels reformed in 1974, and the band released an eponymous album the following year.
Louie Louie
The Beau Brummels Lyrics
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Louie Louie, ya, my said me gotta go now
Oh, ya, ya
Louie Louie, ya, my said me gotta go now
A fine little girl she waits for me
Ah, she's awaiting cross the sea
If I might see that girl
I'd never, never, never, never gonna roam
Louie Louie, ya, may said me gotta go now
Oh, ya, ya
Louie Louie, ya, my said me gotta go now
[Spoken: Alright, do it]
[Instrumental Bridge]
Louie Louie, ya, my said me gotta go now
Oh, ya, ya
Louie, Louie, ya, my said me gotta go now
A fine little girl she waits for me
She's awaiting cross the sea
I'm on a boat now so far, far from home
If I might see that girl
I'd never, never gonna roam
Louie, Louie, ya...
Oh, ya, ya
Louie, Louie, ya, my said me gotta go now
Ya, haw, haw, ya
Me gotta go now
Ya
Me gotta go now
The song "Louie Louie" by The Beau Brummels is a classic rock and roll song that tells the story of a man who is far away from his lover and desperately wants to be with her. The song begins with an instrumental intro that sets the mood for the song. The lyrics start with the singer saying that he has to leave, and that his lover is waiting for him. He describes her as a fine little girl who is waiting for him across the sea. He goes on to say that he is on a boat, far away from home and if he sees her, he will never leave her again.
Throughout the song, the singer repeats the phrase "Louie Louie" several times, which may be a reference to a musician or a bar where he used to frequent with his lover. The song has an upbeat melody, with a catchy chorus that is easy to sing along to. The bridge also features an instrumental section that adds to the overall energetic feel of the song. The lyrics are simple, yet powerful, and convey the message of longing and desire for someone who is far away.
Overall, "Louie Louie" is a timeless classic that has stood the test of time. Its simple message of love and longing is something that everyone can relate to, and its infectious melody and catchy chorus have made it a favorite among rock and roll fans for generations.
Line by Line Meaning
Louie Louie, ya, my said me gotta go now
The singer is acknowledging that someone named Louie is telling them they need to leave immediately.
A fine little girl she waits for me
The singer has a love interest who is eagerly anticipating their arrival.
Ah, she's awaiting cross the sea
The singer's love interest is not currently where they are and is waiting for them in another country.
I'm on a boat now so far, far from home
The artist is currently on a boat and very far away from their home.
If I might see that girl
The artist is hopeful that they will soon be reunited with their love interest.
I'd never, never, never, never gonna roam
If the singer sees their love interest, they will never want to leave them and roam around again.
Louie, Louie, ya...
The singer is repeating the name of Louie, perhaps in frustration or desperation to leave.
Oh, ya, ya
This is likely just a filler phrase with no specific meaning.
Ya, haw, haw, ya
This is also likely a filler phrase with no specific meaning.
Me gotta go now
The artist is restating that they must leave immediately as instructed by Louie.
Contributed by Micah I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Dennis Tarr
This was aa Prep Rally song we used at basketball games at our school I played the trombone what a great time that was....1964-65
Alpha Sigma Sezón
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