Known today as "the band that became Badfinger" as well as for their single… Read Full Bio ↴Known today as "the band that became Badfinger" as well as for their single "Maybe Tomorrow", British pop rock band 'The Iveys' started as Pete Ham, David "Dai" Jenkins, Ron Griffiths, and Terry Gleeson. Originally called 'The Wild Ones', they changed their name to 'The Iveys' in late 1964. They played at various local pubs in South Wales, building steam.

In early '65, they replaced Gleeson with drummer Mike Gibbins and started becoming quite popular on the local circuit as they would open for nationally known rock acts (including The Moody Blues, The Yardbirds, The Spencer Davis Group, Pink Floyd and many others) as those groups played Wales. In the spring of '66, they met Bill Collins who showed a great interest in the group. Collins eventually became their manager after moving the band to his place in London. The Iveys played various pubs and functions in and around London as well as backing up-and-coming pop vocalist David Garrick, while recording their own material from around '66 to '67.

The band's work generated some interest with the likes of Decca Records, Phillips, and even Pye Records. Even Ray Davies of The Kinks was interested at one point after hearing some of their demos. By the end of '67, guitarist Jenkins left and was replaced by Tommy Evans (formerly of The Calderstones). By early '68, The Iveys' popularity was growing even more. In March '68, The Beatles' roadie and friend Mal Evans obtained some of their demos and took them to The Beatles' newly formed Apple Records label in which various parties were interested, Paul McCartney for one. The Iveys were signed in the summer of '68. They recorded tracks in which the Tommy Evans tune, "Maybe Tomorrow", was released as a single in the fall of '68. The single peaked at #67 in early '69.

After other tracks were recorded, they released their first (and only) album, 'Maybe Tomorrow', in the U.K. and in Europe in the summer of '69, but for some reason it wasn't released in the U.S. The band, feeling slighted, was asked by Paul McCartney if they would be interested in recording his demo as well as other tracks for a movie soundtrack that he was comissioned to do. The group jumped at the chance and recorded McCartney's song "Come And Get It" as well as two other tracks for the film 'The Magic Christian'.

In the fall of '69, The Iveys were encouraged to change their name in which they did. After renaming themselves Badfinger (after Bad Finger Boogie - the working title for The Beatles tune With A Little Help From My Friends) Ron Griffiths left the group due to personal problems. Evans switched to bass guitar and they auditioned Joey Molland for the guitarist slot.

And Her Daddy's a Millionaire
The Iveys Lyrics

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Priscilla Bagshot lives in a house with a hundred and twenty rooms
With butlers and bakers and candlestick vapors and horses and horses grooms
People don't like her, they say she's a fool, but I know I disagree
I know her better, she'll lend me ten-bob and I know she's in love with me

[Chorus]
Oh, oh, she's a beautiful girl, she doesn't have a care
Oh, oh, she's a wonderful girl and her daddy's a millionaire

I meet her on Sundays, we go for a ride and it means the world to me
She lets me take her out to the woods then back to her house for tea
People don't like her, they say she's a fool, but I know I disagree
I know her better, she'll lend me ten-bob and I know she's in love with me

[Chorus: x2]

Daddy's a millionaire
Daddy's a millionaire

Daddy's a millionaire
Daddy's a millionaire.

Overall Meaning

The Iveys' song "And Her Daddy's a Millionaire" tells the story of Priscilla Bagshot, a wealthy girl who lives in a house with 120 rooms, with servants and horses. Despite her privileged life, people dislike her and consider her a fool. However, the singer disagrees and claims to know her better. He sees her generosity, as she lends him money, and believes that she is in love with him.

The song portrays the idea that wealth does not necessarily lead to happiness or love. Priscilla's opulent lifestyle does not gain her respect or admiration from others. Nevertheless, the singer suggests that there is more to her than what meets the eye. He sees her true nature, and despite their class differences, they share a connection.

The song's catchy melody and lyrics made it a hit, with people singing along to the chorus: "Oh, oh, she's a beautiful girl, she doesn't have a care. Oh, oh, she's a wonderful girl, and her daddy's a millionaire."

Line by Line Meaning

Priscilla Bagshot lives in a house with a hundred and twenty rooms
Priscilla Bagshot resides in an estate with an extraordinary amount of rooms.

With butlers and bakers and candlestick vapors and horses and horses grooms
The estate is massive and comes with servants, chefs, horses and other staff.

People don't like her, they say she's a fool, but I know I disagree
Others ridicule Priscilla, but the singer disagrees with those opinions.

I know her better, she'll lend me ten-bob and I know she's in love with me
The singer knows Priscilla intimately and she adores him enough to loan him money.

Oh, oh, she's a beautiful girl, she doesn't have a care
Priscilla is physically attractive and lives a carefree life.

Oh, oh, she's a wonderful girl and her daddy's a millionaire
The chorus emphasizes Priscilla's positive qualities and the wealth of her father.

I meet her on Sundays, we go for a ride and it means the world to me
The singer cherishes spending time with Priscilla when they ride horses on Sundays.

She lets me take her out to the woods then back to her house for tea
Priscilla willingly accompanies the singer on outings to the nearby woodlands before returning home for tea.

Daddy's a millionaire
The repetition of this line further highlights Priscilla's father's wealth.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: PETER WILLIAM HAM, TOM EVANS

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