Originated from a surf rock group called the Crossfires, the Turtles delved into many genres such as breezy pop, psychedelic music, and folk rock. A precursor to the bubblegum pop of the late 60s and early 70s as well as a foil to the more self-consciously hip and "serious" acts of the era, the Turtles produced at least a dozen memorable, radio-friendly chart singles. Yet they remain best known for 1967's "Happy Together", which was their only chart-topping single.
The Turtles wound down their career in 1970.
The two prominent singers - Howard Kaylan ("Eddie") and Mark Volman ("Flo" a.k.a. "Phlorescent Leech") - collaborated with Frank Zappa for a short but very intensive period of one and a half years (between 1970-72) and were the cornerstone of what was known to be the Zappa "Vaudeville" band; two of the most famous achievements of that period being the albums Fillmore East – June 1971 and 200 Motels, the soundtrack of the film by the same name.
Guide for the Married Man
The Turtles Lyrics
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is a guide for the married man...
It's a simple thing that in every way
will provide for the harried man...
Help him not to worry.
Assist him to relax.
Help him slow his hurry.
Such a guide would in many ways
turn the tide for the married man.
Enable husbands to fill their days
as only the married can...
Every man would praise it!
It's such a splendid plan!
Someday soon we should point with pride,
to the guide for the married man!
(Ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba)
(Ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba)
By the side of the married man
is the lady who shares his life...
It will help the bride of the married man
by removing the husband's strife...
Every wife is truthful who treasures married bliss.
Must keep her husband youthful.
What better way than this?
Each and every device we know
should be tried for the married man.
And who can question the debt he'll owe
to the guide for the married man.
This thing's universal.
From Pittsburgh to Japan.
And every man can be satisfied,
by the guide for the married man!
(Ba ba ba.....)
The Turtles' song, "Guide for the Married Man," is a humorous take on the challenges and stresses of marriage, particularly from a man's perspective. The song's lyrics suggest that what is needed for the world today is a guide for the married man, a simple solution that will make life easier for husbands and wives alike. The guide will help the "harried man" to relax and slow down, ultimately leading him to a happier and more satisfying life with his partner.
The lyrics emphasize the importance of the wife in this equation, asserting that the guide will also help the bride of the married man by removing the husband's stress and strife. It suggests that a happy and fulfilling marriage requires effort and dedication from both partners. The song's catchy and upbeat rhythm complements its frivolous and tongue-in-cheek lyrics, making it a fun and enjoyable listen.
Overall, "Guide for the Married Man" is an entertaining and light-hearted song that pokes fun at the realities of married life while also hinting at the importance of shared effort and commitment.
Line by Line Meaning
What we need in the world today
is a guide for the married man...
We require a helpful guide that would primarily cater to the requirements of married men.
It's a simple thing that in every way
will provide for the harried man...
This guide, though uncomplicated, will help the men in every respect.
Help him not to worry.
This guide will assist the men in not worrying too much.
Assist him to relax.
The guide will aid the men to calm down and relax.
Help him slow his hurry.
This guide will further help the men in taking things slow.
And spare him of the ax!
It will protect them from possible dangers and problems in their lives.
Such a guide would in many ways
turn the tide for the married man.
This guide will bring about a positive transformation in the married man's life.
Enable husbands to fill their days
as only the married can...
The guide will aid the husbands in filling their life with joy and happiness that only married life can offer.
Every man would praise it!
It's such a splendid plan!
All married men would appreciate and thank the creators of this guide since it's an excellent plan.
Someday soon we should point with pride,
to the guide for the married man!
In the future, we will undoubtedly point the others towards this guide with great pride.
(Ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba)
(Ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba ba)
Music instrumental.
By the side of the married man
is the lady who shares his life...
Every married man is accompanied by a lady who shares his life with him.
It will help the bride of the married man
by removing the husband's strife...
This guide will eventually provide relief to the bride of the married man by resolving her husband's problems.
Every wife is truthful who treasures married bliss.
Must keep her husband youthful.
What better way than this?
Wives who cherish married life should ensure to keep their husband's youthful and would use this guide to achieve this purpose.
Each and every device we know
should be tried for the married man...
All modes and ways that we know must be tried out to develop this guide for married men.
And who can question the debt he'll owe
to the guide for the married man.
All married men would inevitably feel indebted to this guide for the positive transformation it brings in their lives.
This thing's universal.
From Pittsburgh to Japan.
This guide has universal appeal and can be useful to married couples, irrespective of their geographical location.
And every man can be satisfied,
by the guide for the married man!
Every married man can indeed be content with the captivating and effective guidance provided by this guide.
(Ba ba ba.....)
Music instrumental.
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