Hang On Sloopy
The McCoys (O.S.T. Radio Rock Revolution) Lyrics
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Hang on Sloopy, Sloopy hang on
Sloopy lives in a very bad part of town
And everybody there tries to put my Sloopy down
Sloopy I don't care what your daddy do
'Cause you know Sloopy girl I'm in love with you
And so I'm singing
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Sloopy let your hair down girl, let it run down on me
Sloopy let your hair down girl, let it run down on me
Come on Sloopy, come on, come on
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
Well shake it, shake it, shake it Sloopy, come on, come on
Well shake it, shake it, shake it yeah
Yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
The song Hang On Sloopy by The McCoys is a love song that encourages a girl named Sloopy to hold on despite living in a very bad part of town. The lyrics suggest that everyone in Sloopy's neighborhood tries to put her down, but the singer doesn't care what her daddy does because he is in love with her. The repetition of "hang on Sloopy" at the beginning of the song shows how important it is to the singer that Sloopy never gives up, and instead, she should let her hair down and run to him.
In the second stanza, the singer asks Sloopy to let her hair run down on him, and it suggests that they are alone in a romantic setting. The chorus repeats "come on Sloopy" four times, which could indicate that Sloopy is hesitant to commit fully to the relationship. The final stanza repeats "well" before "come on" and shows that the singer is getting more impatient, and Sloopy needs to act now before it's too late. The song ends with the triumphant shouts of "yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah."
Overall, the song demonstrates the power of love to overcome obstacles, and the singer's determination to never let Sloopy go. The lyrics are simple but catchy and make for a great sing-along tune.
Line by Line Meaning
Hang on Sloopy, Sloopy hang on
Encouraging Sloopy to hold on and not give up.
Sloopy lives in a very bad part of town
Sloopy's living conditions are tough and surrounded by negativity.
And everybody there tries to put my Sloopy down
The people in Sloopy's living area belittle and discourage her.
Sloopy I don't care what your daddy do
Despite Sloopy's family background, I still love her.
'Cause you know Sloopy girl I'm in love with you
Reaffirming that the singer is in love with Sloopy regardless of what others think or say.
And so I'm singing
Expressing enthusiasm and joy about the singer's love for Sloopy.
Sloopy let your hair down girl, let it run down on me
Asking Sloopy to let loose and relax while enjoying one another's company.
Come on Sloopy, come on, come on
Encouraging Sloopy to come to the singer's side and feel loved.
Well it feels so good, come on, come on
Expressing the positive feelings associated with being close and loving with Sloopy.
Well shake it, shake it, shake it Sloopy, come on, come on
Encouraging Sloopy to have fun and dance with the singer.
Well shake it, shake it, shake it yeah
Adding to the energy of the moment and having a good time with Sloopy.
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Showing excitement and energy towards Sloopy.
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, MORRIS MUSIC, INC.
Written by: WES FARRELL, BERT RUSSELL
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@richardbristol452
She is the consummate American girl from the โ70โs. Fresh, clean, natural and all smiles. It just never got any better than that.
@kerzytibok3211
1975 and girls were still all-natural back then ..... none of the stupid silicone boobs, Botox, and lip injection crap
@sloopygirl-lisa.leonard.dalton
@@markrapacki5855 I have lived most of my life in California. I loved the beach & going dancing
@vintagerockdotcom
FYI: This is from 1965
@genechick
Yes, this is my era. I just downloaded it as it reminds me of my very first b/f who has recently passed. In 1966 we went to a Rolling Stones concert at Manning Bowl in Lynn, Massachusetts. We had a blast until Mick started taking his clothes off and tangling them in front of the girls. It abruptly ended, cops came and tear gased us. Thanks, Mick. ; )
@vintagerockdotcom
@@sloopygirl-lisa.leonard.dalton My bad. The song is from 1965, but yes, as you would know, the video is from 1975. Thanks for clarifying Lisa :)
@grizzkid795
Sloopy's outfit will never go out of style.
@chuckmaddison2924
Or minds : )
@edwatts9890
My first wife (married in 1973!)...
...I can't help but think about her every time I hear this song.
Yeah, I'm old.
@mikejohnson5491
What cut off jeans no bra