Potential New Boyfriend
Dolly Parton
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Got my eye on a boy He's eyeing me back It's looking real good This could be it And I know that all of you girls Would love to steal him away He bought me a drink I thanked him real sweet It's always so nice when you first meet And I know that all of you women would love to steal him away So I'm warning you Better keep your hands off my Better keep your hands off my Better keep your hands off my potential new boyfriend Building up an appetite You can look but you can't buy Better keep your hands off my potential new boyfriend Pretty as a picture Comin' on so strong He's twisting my ignition key Turn my motor on But anyone can see, all his attention's on me Give us some privacy Better keep your hands off my Better keep your hands off my Better keep your hands off my potential new boyfriend Better keep your hands off my It's a welcome turn to try Better keep your hands off my potential new boyfriend Leave us alone tonight Then if it don't work out right He's all your's Until then Better keep your hands off my Better keep your hands off my Better keep your hands off my potential new boyfriend They keep crowdin' in on me He smiles rather unsuspiciously Better keep your hands off my potential new boyfriend Better keep your hands off my Better keep your hands off my Better keep your hands off my potential new boyfriend Building up an appetite You can look but you can't buy Better keep your hands off my potential new boyfriend
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Written by: JOHN LEWIS PARKER, STEPHEN KIPNER, STEPHEN ALAN KIPNER
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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7 facts about this song
Historical Facts"Potential New Boyfriend" was released in 1983.
- The single was a part of Parton's soundtrack album for her movie "Rhinestone."
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Chart Performance FactsThe track reached number 20 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.
- It peaked at number 530 on Blender magazine's 500 Greatest Songs Since You Were Born.
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Composition FactsThe song was penned by Steve Kipner and John Lewis Parker.
- It is a pop-flavoured dance number, showcasing Parton's ability to adapt to different musical styles.
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Music Video FactsThe song is notable for its music video, marking Parton's first venture in this field.
- The video features Dolly Parton dancing and is considered an early pioneer of country music's acceptance of music videos.
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Performance FactsIn live performances, the song often comes with a dance routine, making it a crowd favorite.
- Parton usually performs the song as part of a medley in her concerts.
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Cultural Impact Facts"Potential New Boyfriend" helped break the ground for future cross-genre efforts by country musicians.
- The song has been covered by several artists and bands, showcasing its enduring popularity.
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Production FactsThe track was produced by Mike Post, known for his television theme songs.
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