Three Souls was part of a burgeoning Mexican rock movement that had ties to rock's African American roots, the U.S. counterculture, and the then-globalizing recording industry. As rock in Mexico was originally seen as "inauthentic" when sung in Spanish, Three Souls mostly sang covers of American rock and blues songs in English. However, at the Festival de Avándaro, often called "Mexico's Woodstock", they crossed over, singing first in English, then in Spanish. From then on they recorded primarily in Spanish, writing most of their own songs. When asked why they switched to Spanish, Lora replied that it was important for the audience to understand the messages of the songs. While Three Souls had a popular following among the younger generation while singing in English, changing attitudes toward rock pushed the band to perform in the "hoyos fonquis", where the lower classes held semi-chaotic rock shows. Singing in his original language and for a new, energetic, young, and discontented audience, Lora's songs began reflecting more of the reality of the daily lives of average Mexicans, while simultaneously allowing concertgoers to forget those same troubles. Lora gave his own identity to Mexican rock & roll, becoming its emblem.
Betty Jean
Three Souls in My Mind Lyrics
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(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
Speaking little, saying a lot.
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
I love the way you walk
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
Look like you're dancin when you're not.
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
You give it everything you've got.
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
Oh-oh-oh baby
(Sing the song Chuckie Boy)
I'm in love with you
(Sing the song Chuckie Boy)
Oh-oh-oh baby
(Sing the song Chuckie Boy)
I'm in love with you
(Sing the song Chuckie Boy)
Now tell me baby
(Sing the song Chuckie Boy)
Do you love me too?
Every time I knock-knock-knock
Oh yeah Betty Jean)
I hear you say 'Come in.'
Oh yeah Betty Jean)
My heart goes a-boom-boom
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
Just to hold you again.
Oh yeah Betty Jean)
I hear bells ding-a-ling
Oh yeah Betty Jean)
'Cause you the living end
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
I bet you wouldn't think a dance
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
Could start a real romance
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
I bet you wouldn't think a kiss
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
Could turn me on like this
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
Well let me tell you how it was
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
Yes it did, Yes it was
The song "Betty Jean" by Three Souls in My Mind is about how the singer is in love with a girl named Betty Jean. He loves everything about her, from the way she talks and walks to the way she loves. He also talks about how he loves to visit her and how every knock on her door makes his heart beat faster. He talks about how he would never have thought a dance or a kiss could lead to such a strong romance, but that is exactly what happened. The chorus of the song features a call-and-response between the singer and a backup singer, as they both express their love for Betty Jean.
The lyrics of the song are straightforward and easy to understand, as they express the singer's love and admiration for Betty Jean. However, there can be some nuances to the way things are expressed. For example, when the singer says "Speaking little, saying a lot" he is complimenting Betty Jean's ability to communicate a lot with just a few words. Similarly, when he says "Look like you're dancin when you're not" he is saying that Betty Jean has a natural grace and beauty to her movements, even when she is just walking.
Line by Line Meaning
I love the way you talk
I adore your manner of speaking, Betty Jean.
(Oh yeah Betty Jean)
Reiterating and emphasizing the subject at hand, Betty Jean.
Speaking little, saying a lot.
Your ability to convey a message with few words is impressive, Betty Jean.
I love the way you walk
It pleases me to witness you move, Betty Jean.
Look like you're dancin when you're not.
You have a natural rhythm in your step, Betty Jean.
I love the way you love
Your devotion is something special, Betty Jean.
You give it everything you've got.
You put your heart and soul into your love, Betty Jean.
Oh-oh-oh baby
An expression of intense emotion and desire.
(Sing the song Chuckie Boy)
A call to Chuckie Boy to join in and express his emotions as well.
I'm in love with you
I have strong romantic feelings towards you, Betty Jean.
Now tell me baby
A request for confirmation of mutual romantic feelings.
Do you love me too?
Asking if Betty Jean reciprocates the romantic feelings.
Every time I knock-knock-knock
Whenever I come to call,
I hear you say 'Come in.'
You always welcome me, Betty Jean.
My heart goes a-boom-boom
I experience strong emotions of love and desire.
Just to hold you again.
The desire to physically be close to you is intense, Betty Jean.
I hear bells ding-a-ling
Possible reference to a church wedding, indicating strong commitment and love.
'Cause you the living end
You are vibrant and exciting, Betty Jean.
I bet you wouldn't think a dance
It is surprising that a dance could initiate a romantic relationship.
Could start a real romance
The dance led to something genuine and long-lasting.
I bet you wouldn't think a kiss
It is unexpected that a single kiss could generate such strong feelings.
Could turn me on like this
The kiss had a powerful effect on the artist's emotions and desires.
Well let me tell you how it was
The singer wants to explain the story of how they fell in love with Betty Jean.
Yes it did, Yes it was
Confirmation that their love story is true and genuine.
Writer(s): Chuck E. Berry
Contributed by Aiden D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@carlossanchez477
Ahuevo!!! Puro calvario de León Guanajuato
@user-bg7yl5vp2v
Betty jean I love uou
@izoldakarola
En mi muy humilde opinión, ésta es la mejor versión del rolón de Chuck Berry, la continuidad en el ritmo, la solidez de la batería y la voz desafiante de Lora, hacen de este cóver la mejor interpretación de esta canción. inclusive muy por encima de las versiones estadounidenses.
@cesarchavez8638
Guillaume Rodrois toda la razon hermano. Y se de esto me cae que si 😎
@juanfafutis2283
@@JoseMartinez-vc7gl Lora nunca ha sido guitarrista líder , aquí están Ernesto de León y Sergio Mancera en las guitarras líder , Lora está en el bajo.
@RosaGomez-em2dy
El Sr. Alex es la estrella está canción es muy de antaño la recuerdo perfectamente
@juventinoromero1483
Orale , no la habia escuchado antes,
Esta bien perrona vato !!!!!
Eran Los buenos tiempos del three soul !!!
@williamedilbertomarrufodia3292
Excelente cover full Rock and Roll tributo a Chuck Berry.
@victorramirezvillanueva638
Se suda pero se goza...vamo a sudar!!!
@benjaminalvarado2447
otra rola chingona de antaño