The three girls became friends while attending Memphis' Messick High School. Interested in music, they started singing at school assemblies and local events. Their โbreakโ came in 1967 when they won a local talent contest. The winning prize included an audition with Stax Records. Stax signed the trio to its newly formed HIP subsidiary.
Goodee Sandra Jackson more recently worked at SoulsVille USA, an on-line museum that chronicles the history of Memphis rhythm and blues.
The band's song "Condition Red" was their only hit, peaking at #46 on the Billboard charts. "Condition Red" can be found on girl-group compilations such as Rhino's One Kiss Can Lead To Another in addition to the first volume of the Where The Girls Are CD series. Their song "Jilted" can also be found on volume six of the Where The Girls Are series.
In December, 2010, Ace Records UK issued a CD compilation, "Condition Red! The Complete Goodees". The CD contains the entire "Candy Coated Goodees" LP, four non-LP singles and b-sides and seven never-before released tracks.
My Boyfriend's Back
The Goodees Lyrics
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(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
When you see him comin', better cut on the double.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
You've been spreading lies that I was untrue.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
So look out now 'cause he's comin' after you.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
And he knows that you've been lyin'.
He's been gone for such a long time.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
Now he's back and things will be fine.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
You're gonna be sorry you were ever born.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
'Cause he's kinda big and he's awful strong.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
And he knows about your cheatin',
Now you're gonna get a beatin'.
What made you think he'd believe all your lies?
(Ah-oo, ah-oo.)
You're a big man now, but he'll cut you down to size!
(Ah-oo.)
Wait and see!
My boyfriend's back, he's gonna save my reputation
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
If I were you, I'd take a permanent vacation.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
La-di-la, my boyfriend's back!
La-di-la, my boyfriend's back!
The Goodees's song "My Boyfriend's Back" is a classic 1960s girl group track with catchy vocals and an upbeat melody. The song tells the story of a girl who's boyfriend returns to town after a long time, and now she wants to warn her enemies that her boyfriend is back and he's coming after them. The girl narrates that her enemies have been spreading lies about her being unfaithful, but her boyfriend knows that they're lying, and he's not going to let them get away with it. Throughout the song, the singer tells her enemies that they better watch out because her boyfriend is big and strong, and he's not afraid to give them a beating.
The song has a playful, sassy tone and is all about standing up for oneself and taking no nonsense. The singer is confident in her boyfriend's ability to protect her and set things right, and she wants her enemies to know that they messed with the wrong girl. "My Boyfriend's Back" is a fun and catchy song that encapsulates the rebellious spirit of the 60s.
Line by Line Meaning
My boyfriend's back and you're gonna be in trouble.
My boyfriend has returned, and you will face the consequences of your actions.
(Hey, la-di-la, my boyfriend's back.)
Chanting in excitement that her boyfriend has returned.
When you see him comin', better cut on the double.
You should flee when you see him coming.
You've been spreading lies that I was untrue.
You have been spreading rumors that I am unfaithful to my boyfriend.
So look out now 'cause he's comin' after you.
Be prepared because he is coming to confront you.
And he knows that you've been tryin',
He is aware that you have been trying to deceive him.
And he knows that you've been lyin'.
He is aware that you have been telling lies.
He's been gone for such a long time.
Her boyfriend has been away for an extended period.
Now he's back and things will be fine.
With his return, everything will be alright again.
You're gonna be sorry you were ever born.
You will regret your actions and wish you had never been born.
'Cause he's kinda big and he's awful strong.
Her boyfriend is formidable with his size and strength.
And he knows about your cheatin',
He is aware of your infidelity.
Now you're gonna get a beatin'.
You will receive a physical punishment for your actions.
What made you think he'd believe all your lies?
It is foolish of you to believe that he would believe your lies.
(Ah-oo, ah-oo.)
Vocalizing in support of her statement.
You're a big man now, but he'll cut you down to size!
Regardless of your size, her boyfriend will bring you down to size.
(Ah-oo.)
Vocalizing in support of her statement.
Wait and see!
Just wait and watch what happens.
My boyfriend's back, he's gonna save my reputation
Her boyfriend's return will help her maintain her good reputation.
If I were you, I'd take a permanent vacation.
If she were in your position, she would permanently leave town to avoid her boyfriend's wrath.
La-di-la, my boyfriend's back!
She is chanting joyously that her boyfriend has returned.
La-di-la, my boyfriend's back!
She continues to chant joyously about her boyfriend's return.
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GERALD GOLDSTEIN, BOB FELDMAN, RICHARD GOTTEHRER
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