Bony Moronie
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I got a girl named Bony Moronie
She's as skinny as a stick of macaroni
Ought to see her rock and roll with her blue jeans on
She's not very fat, just skin and bone
But I love her and she loves me
We're all happy now as we can be
Making love underneath the apple tree
Well, I told her mama and her papa too
Just exactly what I want to do
I want to get married on a night in June
And rock and roll by the light of the silvery moon
'Cause I love her and she loves me
We're all happy now as we can be
Making love underneath the apple tree

She's my one and only, she's my heart's desire
She's a real upsetter, she's a real live wire
Everybody turns when my baby goes by
She's something to see, she really catches the eye
I love her and she loves me




We're all happy now, as we can be
Making love underneath the apple tree

Overall Meaning

The song "Bony Moronie" by Larry Williams is a rock and roll classic that tells the story of the singer's love for a girl named Bony Moronie. The song opens with the singer describing Bony's thin frame, stating that she's "as skinny as a stick of macaroni" but that he loves her despite her appearance. The chorus repeats this sentiment, with the singer proclaiming his love for Bony and how happy they are together.


The second verse reveals that the singer wants to marry Bony and rock and roll with her under the light of the silvery moon. He's told her parents of his intentions and is ready to make Bony his bride. The final verse describes Bony's stunning beauty and how everyone turns to look at her when she walks by. Despite her noticeable thinness, she's a real "upsetter" and catches everyone's eye.


The song is pure rock and roll, with a catchy beat and simple yet heartfelt lyrics. It's a testament to the power of love and how it can overcome even the shallow perception of physical appearance. Overall, "Bony Moronie" is a classic rock and roll song that still gets people dancing and singing along today.


Line by Line Meaning

I got a girl named Bony Moronie
I have a girlfriend named Bony Moronie


She's as skinny as a stick of macaroni
She is very thin and slender


Ought to see her rock and roll with her blue jeans on
You should see her dance, especially when she wears blue jeans


She's not very fat, just skin and bone
She is not overweight but merely flesh and bones


But I love her and she loves me
We are deeply in love with each other


We're all happy now as we can be
Our happiness knows no bounds at the moment


Making love underneath the apple tree
We enjoy making love outdoors, especially under an apple tree


Well, I told her mama and her papa too
I informed her parents about my intentions


Just exactly what I want to do
I expressed my desire on what I want to do


I want to get married on a night in June
I wish to marry her in June


And rock and roll by the light of the silvery moon
We will celebrate our love by dancing under the moonlight


'Cause I love her and she loves me
Our love for each other is the reason behind our happiness


She's my one and only, she's my heart's desire
She is the only person in my life, and my ultimate desire


She's a real upsetter, she's a real live wire
She is an exciting and passionate person who shakes things up


Everybody turns when my baby goes by
Everyone notices her when she passes by


She's something to see, she really catches the eye
She is stunning and draws attention effortlessly


We're all happy now, as we can be
We continue to experience immense happiness


Making love underneath the apple tree
We still engage in outdoor intimacy, especially under the apple tree




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Larry Williams

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@yeastxtract1853

I got a girl named Bony Maronie
She's as skinny as a stick of macaroni
Ought to see her rock 'n' roll with her blue jeans on
She's not very fat just skin and bone
But I love her, she loves me
Oh how happy now we can be
Makin' love underneath the apple tree

Well I told her mamma and her pappa, too
Just exactly what I wanna do
I wanna get married on a night in June
And rock 'n' roll by the light of the silvery moon
I lover her, she loves me
Oh how happy now we can be
Makin' love underneath the apple tree

My one and only she's my heart's desire
She's a real upsetter, she's a real live wire
Everybody turns when my baby goes by
She's something to see she really catches the eye
That's why I love her, she loves me
Oh how happy now we can be
Makin' love underneath the apple tree



All comments from YouTube:

@Proteinhead92

Christine just bought me here, I'm a millennial but man I love some of these oldies so enjoying to hear it. If you were part of the oldies era my salute to you

@shodanart

Thank you for posting this classic.
I heard if in the radio in Denison, Texas, in 1957! White kid hearing black music like this brought my love and admiration to black people everywhere. Transformed our idea of the world! ☺️❤️

@LaGataNegra3073

By that statememt. At first you were racist. Now youre woke. 😆

@elizabethhale693

We weren't far apart, I was in Wichita Falls.

@younggsouljaa13

Who's still listening to this in 2019? I am!!!

@robertwalden2372

Me as well Mike 😊👍

@IsaHarrisonLennon

👍👍👍👍

@hermannogoeri5988

me too

@TisEyerish1

Me, too...and I still remember the words, too!

@michaelmackenzie625

Yes most def mike! I 1st heard this from a Stephen king film called “Christine” a classic film! I’m 33 now and 1st watch the film at a young age! And it’s still a tune

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