The group moved from Mercury to RCA Records in 1958 and eventually broke up in 1964, but they all moved to the U.S. and reunited in Nashville, Tennessee, in 1977. In the 1990s they were inducted into the Juno Hall of Fame. In recent years, the three remaining members have appeared on a PBS special filmed in Atlantic City's Trump's Taj Mahal. The program. "Magic Moments: The Best of '50s Pop" continues to air as part of the fund raising efforts for the Public Broadcasting System.
The Crew-Cuts were
* Rudi Maugeri (January 21, 1931 - May 7, 2004) (baritone)
* John Perkins (born August 28, 1931) (lead)
* Ray Perkins (born November 28, 1932) (bass) (John Perkins' brother)
* Pat Barrett (born September 15, 1933) (1st or high tenor)
Mostly Martha
The Crew Cuts Lyrics
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Mary has the arms
And it's hard to resist
Lola and her charms
Sue wants to be everything to me
Yet in dreams, I always see
Mostly Martha, mostly Martha
Makes me melt like butter on toast
Mostly Martha, mostly Martha
What has she got, she's got the most
She's the she meant for me
That's for certain, that's for sure
In her spell, I can tell
She's a habit I can't cure
Other girls I have met
I can pet and then forget
But I know I will live to regret
[Repeat CHORUS]
Grace has the face
Trudy has the style
Lulubelle has a swell
Come and get it smile
Eve makes me purr
When I dance with her
She's a doll but I prefer
Mostly Martha, mostly Martha
Makes me melt like butter on toast
Mostly Martha, mostly Martha
What has she got, I only know
That she's got the most, the most
The Crew Cuts's Mostly Martha is a song about a man who is trying to choose between different women he has met, but he can't resist one woman named Martha. Each verse of the song describes different women and their attractive qualities, but in the end, it is Martha who has him under her spell. She is the one he can't forget and the one who makes him melt like butter on toast. The chorus of "Mostly Martha" repeats her name, emphasizing the significance she has in his life.
The lyrics reflect the struggles and complexities of human relationships. The man is torn between different women and their qualities, but ultimately he realizes that Martha is the one who has captured his heart. The song highlights the power of attraction and the irresistible qualities of certain people that can make them stand out in a crowd. The catchy tune and playful lyrics make it a fun and upbeat song that is easy to sing along and dance to.
Overall, Mostly Martha is a timeless classic that has been covered by various artists over the years. It continues to be a popular song among fans of vintage pop music and is a testament to the enduring popularity of The Crew Cuts and their music.
Line by Line Meaning
Jane has the lips
Jane has attractive lips
Mary has the arms
Mary has appealing arms
And it's hard to resist
They are highly irresistible
Lola and her charms
Lola has a captivating allure
Sue wants to be everything to me
Sue has a desire to become everything that I want
Yet in dreams, I always see
But in my dreams, my thoughts are consumed by
Mostly Martha, mostly Martha
I am mainly drawn towards Martha
Makes me melt like butter on toast
She has a powerful effect on me, making me weak in the knees
What has she got, she's got the most
She possesses the most desirable qualities
She's the she meant for me
She is the perfect one for me
That's for certain, that's for sure
I am absolutely certain of this
In her spell, I can tell
I am under her spell and I know it
She's a habit I can't cure
I am addicted to her
Other girls I have met
I have met other girls
I can pet and then forget
I am able to easily forget and move on from them
But I know I will live to regret
But I am aware that I will regret losing Martha
Grace has the face
Grace has a beautiful face
Trudy has the style
Trudy has a distinctive style
Lulubelle has a swell
Lulubelle has a charming personality or appearance
Come and get it smile
Her smile is a clear invitation to come closer
Eve makes me purr
Eve brings me pleasure or happiness
When I dance with her
During the moments when we dance together
She's a doll but I prefer
Although she is lovely, I still really prefer Martha
What has she got, I only know
What Martha has is the only thing that matters to me
That she's got the most, the most
She has the most desirable qualities
Contributed by Olivia M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
AGibsonJ
Love it ... thanks for sharing!!!
CatsPjamas1
@azw596 Great description from this song!
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Jeanne Graves-Stehman
If you are interested in purchasing this score please find me at ebay.com/scrapsmusic. I've got a rare copy available.
CatsPjamas1
@myorkfish No, I'm sorry to say that I don't have it.