Rose sings the lead vocals on the song. The video is a cartoon-like with Judy driving around in a car and in the video Rose sings "stuff" instead of arse.
The song was later re-recorded and released as the fifth single from their debut album We Are the Pipettes. It was released on September 25, 2006. It is available on CD, double 7" vinyl, and digital download from Memphis Industries.
Judy
The Pipettes Lyrics
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She used to do things I thought were rude
But I never said anything to her face
'Cause my friends thought she'd kick my arse all over the place
Used to think she was kinda cool
(Kind of cool)
Saw her walking all around the school
All the older boys would stop and turn their heads
All the older girls wished that she was dead
Judy, what you gonna do
When you're older and no one wants to know ya?
I will look out for you if you will look out for me
I know I'm not as hard as you
But I think I can see right through you
Now me and Judy we're the best of pals
(Best of pals)
She took me dancing to the early hours
(The early hours)
And she showed me things I've never seen
Mum always asked me where I'd been when I'm with
Judy, what you gonna do
When you're older and no one wants to know ya?
I will look out for you if you will look out for me
I know I'm not as hard as you
But I think I can see right through you
When you go home at night
Are you still looking for a fight?
You know you're mum is not that mean?
But still you want to rip out her spleen
Judy, what you gonna do
When you're older and no one wants to know ya?
I will look out for you if you will look out for me
I know I'm not as hard as you
But I think I can see right through you
What's in your head?
The Pipettes's song Judy is a narrative about a young girl named Judy, who is initially perceived as rude by the singer. The singer observes Judy's behavior and how she is perceived by others in their school. The older boys are attracted to her, while the older girls do not like her. Despite this, the singer feels a sense of empathy towards Judy and begins to see her in a different light. The two girls become best friends, and Judy shows the singer a side of life that she has never experienced before. However, the singer notices that Judy is still struggling with her aggressive behavior towards her family. The song concludes with the singer expressing her willingness to look out for Judy in the future and questioning what's going on inside Judy's head.
Line by Line Meaning
I knew a girl and her name was Judy
I was acquainted with a girl named Judy
She used to do things I thought were rude
She engaged in behavior that I perceived as impolite
But I never said anything to her face
I never confronted her directly about these behaviors
'Cause my friends thought she'd kick my arse all over the place
I refrained from speaking up because I was afraid of physical retaliation from Judy
Used to think she was kinda cool
I used to find Judy interesting or attractive
(Kind of cool)
This perception was not particularly strong
Saw her walking all around the school
I observed her wandering through school grounds
(Around the school)
She made a frequent presence there
All the older boys would stop and turn their heads
Male students older than her would often take notice of her and stare
All the older girls wished that she was dead
Female students older than her harbored ill will towards her
Judy, what you gonna do
When you're older and no one wants to know ya?
Judy, what plans do you have when you are older and alone?
I will look out for you if you will look out for me
I am offering to provide support if she reciprocates
I know I'm not as hard as you
I am aware that I am not as tough as Judy
But I think I can see right through you
I believe I understand her true nature or intentions
Now me and Judy we're the best of pals
Judy and I are now good friends
(Best of pals)
Our friendship is strong
She took me dancing to the early hours
She brought me along for late-night dancing
(The early hours)
The dancing continued past midnight
And she showed me things I've never seen
She introduced me to new experiences
Mum always asked me where I'd been when I'm with
My mother would question me about where I spent time when I was with Judy
When you go home at night
Are you still looking for a fight?
Do you continue to seek out confrontations even when you are at home?
You know you're mum is not that mean?
You are aware that your mother is not as unpleasant as you make her out to be
But still you want to rip out her spleen
You still have a strong desire to harm her
What's in your head?
What are you thinking about or preoccupied with?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: GEOFF STEPHENS, LES REED
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Paperbagman555
Best song on such a good debut album. Seriously, even though the pipettes were underrated - Riotbecki and Rosay shouldn't have left. The lyrics to all their songs were wonderful, and if they persisted a little longer with more albums then they would've been way more popular.
@lolabega22
I L-U-V the pipettes. I just think that their music is so catchy and they're just so fun to dance to. This song is one of my favorites and even though they're not doing good on the charts, they're still musicians and they deserve some credit for recording songs and performing them in front of crowds. Luv U!!!
@pintoresca
My friend told me about this band. Said it was the happiest music he's heard in a while. Gotta love a 60's style girl group.
@attentionaddicts
what a fantastic video! LOVE this song!
@josefranciscosilesrivera8914
Me gusta este grupo... Saludos desde Nicaragua...
@Thedavide
I love it, these mod supremes really rock my world. I want the album!!!!
@Grandwicky
Absolutely love these girls, I met them in July :D I hope this could possibly push for the top 20.
@DeeOrDie
i love the pipettes they r amazing!
@trickzabelle
most adorable band ever!
@hawk654
I sing this to my dog all the time.