Diddy Wah Diddy
The Fabulous Thunderbirds Lyrics

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(Diddy Wah)
(A-diddy Wah)

(Diddy Wah)
I gotta gal down in Diddy Wah Diddy
(Diddy Wah)

Ain't no town an it ain't no city
(Diddy Wah)
She loves her man, just is a pity
Crazy 'bout my gal in Diddy Wah Diddy

(Diddy Wah)
This little girl is sweet as she could be
(Diddy Wah)
I know she's in love with me
(Diddy Wah)
A lovely face, she's so pretty
(Diddy Wah)
But she's still way down in Diddy Wah Diddy

(Diddy Wah, Diddy Wah, Diddy)
(Diddy Wah, Diddy Wah, Diddy)
(Diddy Wah, Diddy Wah, Diddy)
Ain't no town, an it ain't no city
But oh, how they love in Diddy Wah Diddy)

(Diddy Wah)
(Diddy Wah)
(Diddy Wah)

(Diddy Wah)
She kissed me all the time
(Diddy Wah)
She gonna turn me outta my mind
(Diddy Wah)
Anything, she says she's ready
(Diddy Wah)
Run right back to Diddy Wah Diddy
(Diddy Wah)
(Diddy Wah)
(Diddy Wah)
(Diddy Wah)

Ain't no town, ain't no city
Lord, how they love in Diddy Wah Diddy)

(Diddy Wah)
(Diddy Wah)

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Diddy Wah

Overall Meaning

"Diddy Wah Diddy" is a song recorded by The Fabulous Thunderbirds in their 1986 album "Tuff Enuff." The song expresses the lead singer's love for a girl who lives in Diddy Wah Diddy, a fictitious place that is neither a town nor a city. He adores her lovely face and finds her sweet, but the only problem is she lives so far away. Despite the distance, she constantly kisses him and, as a result, drives him crazy. The singer is helpless and says that he will always run back to Diddy Wah Diddy whenever she wants him.

The song's lyrics resonate with those in long-distance relationships. The story conveys the challenges and sacrifices required to maintain a healthy relationship, despite the distance between two people. The singer is captivated by his lover and wants to be with her always. The song also highlights the singer's commitment to this girl and his willingness to make any sacrifice to be with her.

Line by Line Meaning

(Diddy Wah)
Repeating the phrase 'Diddy Wah' as a signature call or chant.

(A-diddy Wah)
Repeating the phrase 'Diddy Wah' but with a slight variation, adding a sense of playfulness or excitement.

I gotta gal down in Diddy Wah Diddy
I have a woman I am involved with who lives in a place called Diddy Wah Diddy.

Ain't no town an it ain't no city
Diddy Wah Diddy is not officially recognized as a town or city.

She loves her man, just is a pity
My woman loves me even though she can't be with me

Crazy 'bout my gal in Diddy Wah Diddy
I am enamored with my woman and enjoy spending time with her in Diddy Wah Diddy.

This little girl is sweet as she could be
My woman is charming and lovely.

I know she's in love with me
I am certain that my woman has romantic feelings for me.

A lovely face, she's so pretty
My woman has an attractive face and is pleasing to look at.

But she's still way down in Diddy Wah Diddy
Unfortunately, my woman is stuck living in Diddy Wah Diddy and can't move to be closer to me.

Ain't no town, an it ain't no city
Diddy Wah Diddy remains unclassified and is neither a town nor city.

But oh, how they love in Diddy Wah Diddy)
Despite not being an official town or city, the people in Diddy Wah Diddy still experience love and have a great fondness for each other.

She kissed me all the time
My woman enjoys kissing me repeatedly.

She gonna turn me outta my mind
My woman's affection and attention is driving me crazy and overwhelming me with emotion.

Anything, she says she's ready
My woman is always available and prepared for anything I need or want.

Run right back to Diddy Wah Diddy
Despite the distance and lack of official recognition of Diddy Wah Diddy, I am always eager to return to see my woman there.

Lord, how they love in Diddy Wah Diddy)
Once again, emphasizing the strong sense of camaraderie and affection that exists amongst the people in Diddy Wah Diddy.

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