Big Boy
The Jackson 5 And Johnny Lyrics


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Fairy tales, fairy tales
I don't enjoy
Fairy tales and wishful dreams
Are broken toys

'Cause I'm a big boy now (Big boy)
That's looking for (Big boy)
Someone to love, oh yeah
Someone, someone to share my dreams, oh yeah

Mother goose, oh mother goose
Oh, won't you join
All I need is an ol' lovely girl
Holding my arm

'Cause I'm a big boy now (Big boy)
That's looking for (Big boy)
Someone to love, oh yeah
Someone, someone to share my dreams, oh yeah

Skating boards
And kiddie cars
Have had their day
Dating at the picture show with you
Is here to stay

'Cause I'm a big boy (Big boy)
That's looking for (Big boy)
Someone to love, oh yeah
Someone, someone to share my dreams, oh yeah




Come on, baby
Come on, baby, ooh

Overall Meaning

In "Big Boy," The Jackson 5 and Johnny express their desire to move away from childhood fairy tales and wishful dreams and find someone to share their lives with. They declare that they are big boys now, and want to find love with a woman who can hold their arm and share their dreams. They see themselves as grown up from their days of playing with skating boards and kiddie cars, and ready for something more meaningful. The song is a coming-of-age story, and expresses the transition from boyhood to manhood.


The song reflects the changing times in America during the 60s, with young people coming of age and looking for new experiences and love. It was released in 1968, amid the social and political upheavals of the decade. The song also reflects the Motown sound of the time, with its catchy tune and bouncy beat. The use of the phrase "big boy" suggests a sense of empowerment and confidence in the singer, who is looking for someone to share his life with.


Line by Line Meaning

Fairy tales, fairy tales
I don't enjoy fairy tales and wishful dreams because they are nothing but broken toys.


'Cause I'm a big boy now (Big boy)
I am a grown-up and I am looking for love.


That's looking for (Big boy)
I am searching for someone to share my life with.


Someone to love, oh yeah
I want to find someone to love deeply.


Someone, someone to share my dreams, oh yeah
I want to find someone who shares the same dreams and aspirations as me.


Mother goose, oh mother goose
Oh mother goose, won't you help me find someone?


All I need is an ol' lovely girl
I am looking for a sweet and loving girl.


Holding my arm
Someone who will be by my side always.


Skating boards
Toys from my childhood that are no longer relevant to me.


And kiddie cars
Toys from my childhood that are no longer relevant to me.


Have had their day
The toys of my childhood are not applicable to me anymore.


Dating at the picture show with you
Going to watch movies with you on a date.


Is here to stay
This is what I want in life, a relationship with a loving partner.


Come on, baby
Let's find love together.


Come on, baby, ooh
Let's find love together.




Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
Written by: EDWARD JAMES JR SILVERS

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@kurtcobainswife3849

My heart aches for Michael everyday.

He deserved so much better.

He was too pure for this cruel world.

I’m 15, always been a supporter of MJ since I was little.

Never doubted his innocence.

I pray and hope that we see Michael get the justice he deserves.

Love n light to all <3



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@benslade1367

Michael Jackson really was a once in a life time talent

@MrJ120

More like 5 lifetimes

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@@MrJ120 😭😭😭😭

@Bilow_Selhi

Well, it's not uncommon for extreme success to be linked back to extreme trauma. Who knows what he and his brothers went through while developing under their father. A blessing for us to bear witness, a curse for him to endure

@peter22564

BELIEVE RIP MIKE

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@jaiyabyrd4177

There are no child performers in the 21st century that come close to this group

@sydelskin1510

The choreo? The harmonies? The GUITAR PLAYING? This is just insanity. truly next level!!

@thisfeatureisstupidxo

It’s hard to get your head around . Unreal

@dpaint3702

They were BABIES .. what adult artist are doing now he did this BEFORE PUBERTY

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