Hang On Sloopy
The Wailers Lyrics


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(B. Russel/W. Farrel)

Hang on Sloopy, Sloopy hang on
Hang on Sloopy, Sloopy hang on

Sloopy lives in a very bad part of town
And everybody, yeah, tries to put my Sloopy down
Sloopy I don't care what your daddy do
'Cause you know, Sloopy boy, I'm in love with you

So, I sing out
Hang on Sloopy, Sloopy hang on
Hang on Sloopy, Sloopy hang on
Hang on Sloopy

Sloopy, let your love shine boy
Let it shine over me
Sloopy, let your love shine boy
Let it shine over me, yeah

Come on, Sloopy
Come on, Sloopy
Come on, Sloopy
Come on, Sloopy
Let it feel so good
You know, it feels so good

Shake it, shake it Sloopy
Shake it, shake it, shake it, yeah
Come on, Sloopy




Come on, boy
Hang on Sloopy, Sloopy hang on

Overall Meaning

The Wailers' "Hang on Sloopy" is a rock song that has optimistic lyrics about a relationship between the singer and Sloopy, who lives in the undesirable part of town. The singer acknowledges that everyone in Sloopy's neighborhood looks down on her, but vows to remain faithful to her despite her background. The chorus, "Hang on Sloopy, Sloopy hang on" encourages Sloopy to hold on and let her love shine.


It's a song that celebrates the resilience and determination of individuals regardless of their backgrounds. Despite society's prejudices and expectations, it's a call to hang on and stay true to oneself. Moreover, the song indicates that love can transcend social boundaries and that tough circumstances do not necessarily impact someone's worth or ability to love and be loved.


In the end, "Hang on Sloopy" is a song about love, perseverance, and self-respect.


Line by Line Meaning

Hang on Sloopy, Sloopy hang on
Encouraging Sloopy to persevere and not give up in the face of adversity.


Sloopy lives in a very bad part of town
Sloopy lives in an area that is less affluent and possibly has more crime.


And everybody, yeah, tries to put my Sloopy down
People are constantly trying to belittle and discourage Sloopy.


Sloopy I don't care what your daddy do
The actions of Sloopy's father are irrelevant to the artist.


'Cause you know, Sloopy boy, I'm in love with you
The artist has romantic feelings for Sloopy and does not let negative opinions about them get in the way.


So, I sing out
The singer feels compelled to express their feelings through song.


Sloopy, let your love shine boy
Encouraging Sloopy to embrace and express their positive emotions towards the singer.


Let it shine over me
The artist wants to feel the positive energy and emotion coming from Sloopy.


Come on, Sloopy
Urging Sloopy to come closer and continue to share their positive energy with the artist.


Let it feel so good
The artist wants the positive energy of their relationship with Sloopy to continue to feel amazing.


Shake it, shake it Sloopy
Encouraging Sloopy to express themselves physically in a fun and lighthearted way.


Come on, boy
Continuing to urge Sloopy to participate and have fun with the artist.


Hang on Sloopy, Sloopy hang on
Repeating the encouragement for Sloopy to persevere, and demonstrating care and support for them.




Writer(s): Wes Farrell, Bert Berns Bert Russell

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Comments from YouTube:

Andy Pandy

Never really thought much about this tune but quite like this version.

Michael Sears

A great song is open too many interpretations and this is a worthy version

Eric Rockabilly

I believe this the original recording, very rare. Thank you mate.

justinschmieder

actually the Mccoys wrote the song, it was only recorded first by the Vibrations, but they didnt write it, the Mccoys wrote it originally.

Alan

yes mate its the same wailers,without sir bob,and other original members

John Moore

All the above comments are wrong and irrelevant...

Eric Rockabilly

This is the original version.

Ernest Kovach

No, it's a cover.

djclay33

The Troggs Love is all around???

fdostoyevski

Interesting version...must be LSD induced...cool nonetheless

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