It is said not to be the case that The Crickets chose their name while listening to a playback of "I'm Gonna Love You Too" ; rather, the name was chosen while going through an encyclopedia of names. Other names had been considered including The Scoundrels and The Spiders. Holly's manager (Norman Petty) and owner of the Norman Petty Studio in Clovis ,NM, decided to keep the chirping in the record, but this is in no way tied to the origin of the band's name. In real life, they chose the name due to huge number of crickets in Texas that particular time of year. It should be worth noting that they almost chose the name The Beetles (it is said that John Lennon later named his band in homage to Holly and The Crickets).
Rhythm guitarist Sullivan wasn't comfortable with the amount of traveling and to a lesser extent, he didn't fit in with Jerry and Joe B. For the same reason, Jerry and Joe were not ready to leave small town Lubbock for big city NY. The big move was the real reason why The Crickets initially broke up, but Holly was not daunted by the breakup; he chose a new back-up band for the Winter Dance Party Tour. The new band consisted of Tommy Allsup, Waylon Jennings and Carl Bunch on drums. Ritchie Valens and The Big Bopper were booked on the tour with Holly and his new band. Dion and newcomer Frankie Sardo also performed on this particular tour. But after about 4 months, Jerry and Joe B began to have second thoughts about the breakup of the band. They had planned to fly to Moorehead, MN, and surprise their friend. Destiny stepped in and the music world suffered its first tragic accident February 3, 1959.
The Crickets (Jerry and Joe) continued to record on their own with guitarist Sonny Curtis and vocalist Earl Sinks. The album Remnants was released in 1973 with band members Allison, Curtis, Albert Lee, Ric Grech, Steve Krikorian (later known as Tonio K.), Carol Montgomery, and Nick VanMaarth.
In the film The Buddy Holly Story, the story of the band was altered drastically and includes many inaccuracies. Due to The Crickets selling the rights to another studio, their film counterparts' names were changed for legal reasons. In addition, there are only two Crickets -- a bass player clearly being Mauldin and a drummer modeled on Allison, and the character of Sullivan and his quitting the band is omitted entirely. The real Crickets were outraged on being portrayed as racists, as well as the latter scene in which they appear at Holly's door wanting to reunite. In reality, they had discussed with Holly, shortly before his death, about going on a reunion tour.
The Crickets released The Crickets and Their Buddies in 2004, featuring classics from all parts of their career, with performances by several prominent artists, including Eric Clapton, Rodney Crowell, Waylon Jennings, Nanci Griffith, John Prine, Graham Nash, and Bobby Vee.
On 28 October 2008, The Crickets were inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, TN. On 14 April 2012, The Crickets were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
On February 6, 2016, "The Crickets & Buddies" performed in Clear Lake, Iowa, at the Surf Ballroom, the site of Holly's last performance. Members of previous line-ups appeared, including Sonny Curtis, Glen D. Hardin, Albert Lee, Tommy Allsup, Gordon Payne and others. After the show, Allison announced that it was the group's final performance.
I'm Lookin' For Someone To Love
The Crickets Lyrics
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Just won't get it 'cause you say we're through
I'm lookin' for someone to love
I'm lookin' for someone to love
Well if you're not here my baby I don't care
Because I'm lookin' for someone to love
Since I found out that I was wronged
Well I'm lookin' for someone to love
I'm lookin' for someone to love
Well if you're not here my baby I don't care
'Cause I'm lookin' for someone to love
Caught myself thinkin' of you
You can't love me and another one too
Well I'm lookin' for someone to love
Yeh I'm lookin' for someone to love
Well if you're not here my baby I don't care
'Cause I'm lookin' for someone to love
Drunk man, street car
Foot slipped, there you are
Well I'm lookin' for someone to love
I'm lookin' for someone to love
Well if you're not here my baby I don't care
'Cause I'm lookin' for someone to love
I'm lookin' for someone to love
I'm lookin' for someone to love
I'm lookin' for someone to love
I'm lookin' for someone to love
The song "Someone Someone" by The Crickets follows the classic theme of rock and roll songs of the 1950s - the search for love. The lyrics describe the singer's longing for someone to love, as he is left waiting at home for his former lover, who has left him. Although he still has feelings for his ex, he is determined to move on and find someone new. He spends his days playing the field, hoping to find someone else who can fill the void in his heart. Throughout the song, he reassures himself that he doesn't care that his ex is gone, because he is looking for someone new.
The lyrics also mention some unexpected incidents that happen while the singer is out searching for love, such as a drunk man and a streetcar, which leads to a chance encounter with someone new. The song features a driving beat and catchy guitar riffs, typical of the rockabilly sound that The Crickets were known for. Overall, the song captures the youthful energy and romantic restlessness of the era, making it a classic rock and roll hit.
Line by Line Meaning
Stayin' at home waitin' for you
I am sitting at home, waiting for you to come back.
Just won't get it 'cause you say we're through
However, it is pointless because you have already ended our relationship.
I'm lookin' for someone to love
Therefore, I am searching for someone to love.
Well if you're not here my baby I don't care
If you are not with me, it does not matter.
Because I'm lookin' for someone to love
I just want to find someone to love.
Playin' the field all day long
I am spending all my time flirting with different people.
Since I found out that I was wronged
Ever since I found out that you cheated on me.
Caught myself thinkin' of you
I keep thinking about you.
You can't love me and another one too
However, I know you cannot love me and someone else at the same time.
Drunk man, street car
In a drunken stupor, I stumbled onto the streetcar.
Foot slipped, there you are
As I fell onto the streetcar, I saw you.
I'm lookin' for someone to love
So regardless of what happens, I will continue searching for someone to love.
Yeh I'm lookin' for someone to love
Yes, indeed, I am looking for someone to love.
I'm lookin' for someone to love
I am really, truly looking for someone to love.
I'm lookin' for someone to love
I am completely devoted to finding someone to love.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Buddy Holly, Norman Petty
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Darryl C Preston
This was a definite B side in its own time. It's now considered a classic with Buddy's great guitar breaks and misdirected imagery carrying the day, especially in England.
ex the god
Awesome 👍
Ryan Bruhson
My favorite b side of all time