When Naomi Judd found herself pregnant, she quickly got married but not to the father of her first child, daughter Christina Ciminella. Christina, born May 30, 1964, became known as Wynonna Judd when the mother-daughter duo stormed the country charts in the 1980s.
After Naomi Judd divorced, she moved from Hollywood, back to Morrill, Ky., with Wynonna and another daughter Ashley. There, she worked as a nurse in a local infirmary. Outside working and school hours, she and the children would sing anything from bluegrass to showbiz standards for their own amusement. However, when Wynonna nurtured aspirations to be a professional entertainer, her mother lent her encouragement, to the extent of moving the family to Nashville in 1979. Naomi's contralto subtly underlined Wynonna's tuneful drawl.
In addition to many performances on Ralph Emery's morning television show, Naomi elicited an audition for RCA Records while tending a hospitalized relation of label producer Brent Maher. With a past that read like a Judith Krantz novel, the Judds -- so the executives considered -- would have more than an even chance in the country market. An exploratory mini-album, which contained proved the executives correct. The single "Had a Dream (From the Heart)" peaked at No. 17 in 1984. Later that year, the Judds scored their first of 14 No. 1 hits with "Mama He's Crazy."
Self-composed songs included Naomi's 1989 composition "Change of Heart," dedicated to her future second husband (and former Elvis Presley backing vocalist) Larry Strickland. Meanwhile, Maher co-wrote hits such as 1985's Grammy-winning "Why Not Me," "Turn It Loose," "Girls Night Out," "Grandpa (Tell Me 'Bout The Good Ol' Days)" and "Rockin' With the Rhythm of the Rain."
Most Judds records exhibited an acoustic bias and a penchant for star guests that included the Jordanaires on "Don't Be Cruel," Emmylou Harris on "The Sweetest Gift," Mark Knopfler on his "Water of Love" and Bonnie Raitt playing slide guitar on the album Love Can Build a Bridge. In 1988, the pair became the first female country act to found their own booking agency (Pro-Tours), but a chronic hepatitis infection forced Naomi to retire from the concert stage two years later.
The Judds toured America in a series of farewell concerts before Wynonna began her solo career. Wynonna got off to a strong start, as her first two singles both went to #1. Her 1994 single "Girls With Guitars" featured Naomi (as well as Lyle Lovett) on backup vocals.
In 1998, The Judds appeared in a commercial for the retail chain Kmart, singing Wynonna's single "Woman To Woman".
In 1999, Wynonna reunited with her mother for a New Year's Eve concert in Phoenix. The following year, the duo recorded four new tracks for a bonus disc issued with Wynonna's album New Day Dawning, and undertook a multi-city tour. The results were issued as the album Reunion Live. A 2004 single, "Flies On The Butter (You Can't Go Home Again)" was recorded with Naomi; however, the single was credited as "Wynonna with Naomi Judd" instead of "The Judds".
Girls Night Out
The Judds Lyrics
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This girl's ready to paint the town
Tonight ain't nothin' gonna slow me down
I did my time workin' all week
Tonight's all mine, tomorrow I'll sleep
I want to hear a band with a country sound
I've been workin' my fingers to the bone
[Chorus]
Well, it's a girl's night out
Honey, there ain't no doubt
I'm gonna dance every dance 'til the boys go home
Well, it's my night to rock
No watchin' that ol' clock
Oh, ain't no doubt, Lordy it's a girl's night out
Two step or the Cotton Eye Joe
They can play 'em fast or they can play 'em slow
I can do 'em all just show me the floor
You can give me a little rock 'n roll
Or even a waltz with the lights down low
I'll still be dancin' when they close the door
[Chorus]
Friday finally came around
This girl's ready to paint the town
Tonight ain't nothin' gonna slow me down
I did my time workin' all week
Tonight's all mine, tomorrow I'll sleep
I want to hear a band with a country sound
Well, I've been couped up all week long
I've been workin' my fingers to the bone
[Chorus]
The Judds' song Girls Night Out is an upbeat and energetic tune about a hard-working woman looking forward to letting loose after a long week. The song sets the scene for a typical girls' night out, with the singer excitedly anticipating a night of dancing and fun. She's in the mood for some good country music and is willing to try any type of dance that the band can play.
The singer has been working hard all week long, waiting for the weekend so she can let her hair down and have some fun. She's determined to dance every dance until the boys go home, and she's not about to let anything slow her down. This song celebrates the idea of women coming together to have a good time and enjoy each other's company. It's an anthem for anyone who needs a break from the stresses of everyday life.
In summary, Girls Night Out is a classic country song that celebrates the idea of women coming together to have a good time. It's a fun and upbeat tune that encourages listeners to let loose and dance the night away with their friends.
Line by Line Meaning
Friday finally came around
After a long week of work, Friday is here at last!
This girl's ready to paint the town
I'm excited and dressed up, ready to go out
Tonight ain't nothin' gonna slow me down
Nothing will stop me from having a good time tonight
I did my time workin' all week
I worked hard all week and now it's time for fun
Tonight's all mine, tomorrow I'll sleep
I'm going to enjoy tonight and worry about sleep tomorrow
I want to hear a band with a country sound
I'm in the mood for some country music tonight
Well, I've been couped up all week long
I've been stuck inside all week and need to get out
I've been workin' my fingers to the bone
I've been working very hard and need a break
Well, it's a girl's night out
This is a night for all the ladies to have fun together
Honey, there ain't no doubt
There's no question that we're going to have a great time
I'm gonna dance every dance 'til the boys go home
I'm going to dance as much as I can until the night is over
Well, it's my night to rock
Tonight is all about me and having a good time
No watchin' that ol' clock
I'm not going to worry about the time and just enjoy myself
Oh, ain't no doubt, Lordy it's a girl's night out
There's no question that tonight is all about the ladies having a good time
Two step or the Cotton Eye Joe
I'm open to any kind of dance, from traditional to modern
They can play 'em fast or they can play 'em slow
The tempo of the music doesn't matter, as long as it's good
I can do 'em all just show me the floor
I'm a versatile dancer and will try any kind of dance
You can give me a little rock 'n roll
I'm open to any kind of music, not just country
Or even a waltz with the lights down low
I'm even up for a slow dance with a partner
I'll still be dancin' when they close the door
I won't stop dancing until the night is over and it's time to go home
Lyrics Ā© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: BRENT MAHER, JEFF BULLOCK
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