The Detroit Cobras have also covered the Buddy Holly song "Heartbeat" which appears on the Rave On Buddy Holly tribute album released in 2011.
Heartbeat
The Detroit Cobras Lyrics
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Heartbeat, why does a love kiss stay in my memory
Piddle dee pat, I know that new love thrills me
I know that true love will be
Piddle dee pat, and sing to me love stories
And bring to me love's glories
Heartbeat, why do you skip when my baby's lips meet mine
Heartbeat, why do you flip then give me a skip beat sign
Heartbeat, why do you skip when my baby's lips meet mine
Mine, oh oh mine, oh mine, oh mine
The Detroit Cobras' song "Heartbeat" is a cover of Buddy Holly's 1958 hit song. The lyrics talk about the physical sensation of love and the way it affects the heartbeat. The singer questions why her heart beats faster and skips a beat when she's with her lover, and why the memory of their kisses stays with her for so long.
The use of "Piddle dee pat" in the lyrics is interesting because it's a nonsense phrase that adds to the playful and romantic tone of the song. It's also reminiscent of the 1950s doo-wop era, which the song pays homage to.
The repetition of the phrase "heartbeat, why do you" helps to emphasize the confusion and wonder that the singer feels about the physical manifestation of love. The fact that the lyrics are simple and straightforward adds to the timeless quality of the song.
Overall, "Heartbeat" is a fun, catchy love song that captures the magic and mystery of falling in love.
Line by Line Meaning
Heartbeat, why do you miss when my baby kisses me
Why does my heart skip a beat when my baby kisses me?
Heartbeat, why does a love kiss stay in my memory
Why does the memory of a love kiss linger in my mind?
Piddle dee pat, I know that new love thrills me
I feel excited by the prospect of new love.
I know that true love will be
I believe that true love is possible.
Piddle dee pat, and sing to me love stories
Entertain me with tales of love.
And bring to me love's glories
Show me the beauty of love.
Heartbeat, why do you skip when my baby's lips meet mine
Why does my heart race when my baby kisses me?
Heartbeat, why do you flip then give me a skip beat sign
Why do I feel overwhelmed and get heart palpitations when my baby kisses me?
Heartbeat, why do you skip when my baby's lips meet mine
Why does my heart race when my baby kisses me?
Mine, oh oh mine, oh mine, oh mine
My baby and our love belong to me and me alone.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Bob Montgomery, Norman Petty
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Philip Foster
My favorite track on the CD after the first listen through. Ten bucks well spent!!
DRManfred
The best recording on the album. I guess cover bands are really good at doing covers. Who knew?
vutter62
Great Buddy Holly cover. I hope to receive the 2 LP set within a few days. I am looking forward to it. This 2 LP set or CD is a must for every Buddy Holly collector.
Mason Singletary
Thanks for playing it as it was written.
Harry Cole II
If you dig this, check out the album Baby by them!! Great stuff!
Toscana64
One of the better tracks on the album.
John Tsakiri
Great fucking remake, could not stop listening to it all night. great guitar.
1950s MUSIC by Al Cornelius
Buddy Holly - Heartbeat (1958)
Tim Richards
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Harry Cole II
Right!! This bands kicks ass!! I'm 55 and I play the album Baby full blast!!!