… Read Full Bio ↴The McCoys was a pop group started in Union City, Indiana, USA in 1962.
The original members were guitarist Rick Derringer (Rick Zehringer), his brother Randy on drums and bass player Dennis Kelly, a lineup called "Rick and the Raiders", then later known as "The Rick Z Combo". When Dennis Kelly left for college, the Zehringers were joined by bassist Randy Hobbs, saxophonist Sean Michaels and keyboardist Ronnie Brandon. This was the lineup that took the name of "The McCoys".
One of their most known songs is Hang on Sloopy which was #1 in America in October and is the state rock song of Ohio. Other hits include a top ten cover of Fever and a top 40 cover of Come On Let's Go. A cover of Fever's flip side, Sorrow, was a hit in the UK for The Merseys, and was later covered by David Bowie.
Hang On Sloopy
The McCoys Lyrics
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Sloopy, hang on
Hang on, Sloopy
Sloopy, hang on
Sloopy lives in a very bad part of town (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
And everybody, yeah, tries to put my Sloopy down (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
Sloopy, I don't care what your daddy do (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
And so I say now
Hang on, Sloopy
Sloopy, hang on
Hang on, Sloopy
Sloopy, hang on
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Give it to 'em (yeah)
Sloopy, let your hair down, girl
Let it hang down on me (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
Sloopy, let your hair down, girl
Let it hang down on me, yeah, yeah (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
Come on, Sloopy (come on, come on)
Well, come on, Sloopy (come on, come on)
Well, come on, Sloopy (come on, come on)
Well, come on, Sloopy (come on, come on)
Well, it feels so good (come on, come on)
You know, it feels so good (come on, come on)
Oh, shake it, shake it, shake it, Sloopy (come on, come on)
Oh, shake it, shake it, shake it, yeah (come on, come on)
Ohh
Hang on, Sloopy
Sloopy, hang on
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Hang on, Sloopy
Sloopy, hang on
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Hang on, Sloopy
Sloopy, hang on
The McCoys' "Hang On Sloopy" is a rock hit anthem that narrates the singer's love for a girl named Sloopy who lives in a very rough neighborhood where everyone tries to put her down. Despite the challenges, the singer doesn't care about Sloopy's background and falling in love with her. The chorus repeatedly calls on Sloopy to "hang on" as a sign of support and encouragement, assuring her that he loves her. The music is upbeat and meant to be danced to, invoking feelings of energy, excitement, and youthful exuberance.
The song's lyrics have become anthemic and hold a special place in the hearts of many people due to its catchy tune and memorable chorus. โHang On Sloopyโ was originally a regional hit in Ohio before becoming a nationally recognized tune. The song has been covered by countless bands over the years, including The Vibrations, The Yardbirds, and The Ramsey Lewis Trio.
Line by Line Meaning
Hang on, Sloopy
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Sloopy, hang on
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Hang on, Sloopy
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Sloopy, hang on
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Sloopy lives in a very bad part of town (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
Sloopy lives in a rough neighborhood.
And everybody, yeah, tries to put my Sloopy down (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
Everyone tries to bring Sloopy down.
Sloopy, I don't care what your daddy do (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
I don't care about Sloopyโs father.
'Cause you know, Sloopy, girl, I'm in love with you (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
I love you, Sloopy.
Hang on, Sloopy
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Sloopy, hang on
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Hang on, Sloopy
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Sloopy, hang on
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Expressing enthusiasm.
Give it to 'em (yeah)
Play that music.
Sloopy, let your hair down, girl
Relax and let loose, Sloopy.
Let it hang down on me (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
I want to enjoy your company, Sloopy.
Sloopy, let your hair down, girl
Relax and let loose, Sloopy.
Let it hang down on me, yeah, yeah (ooh, ooh, ooh, ooh)
I want us to spend time together, Sloopy.
Come on, Sloopy (come on, come on)
Encouraging Sloopy to join in.
Well, come on, Sloopy (come on, come on)
Join in, Sloopy.
Well, come on, Sloopy (come on, come on)
Join in, Sloopy.
Well, come on, Sloopy (come on, come on)
Join in, Sloopy.
Well, it feels so good (come on, come on)
Enjoying the good vibes.
You know, it feels so good (come on, come on)
Having a good time.
Oh, shake it, shake it, shake it, Sloopy (come on, come on)
Dancing with Sloopy.
Oh, shake it, shake it, shake it, yeah (come on, come on)
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm.
Ohh
Expressing enthusiasm and pleasure.
Hang on, Sloopy
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Sloopy, hang on
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Expressing enthusiasm.
Hang on, Sloopy
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Sloopy, hang on
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Expressing enthusiasm.
Hang on, Sloopy
Don't give up, Sloopy.
Sloopy, hang on
Don't give up, Sloopy.
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Written by: Wes Farrell, Bert Russell
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