Why Baby Why
Pat Boone
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Why baby why don't you treat me (why, baby, why) Like you used to do (why, baby, why) Why, baby, baby don't you need me (why, baby, why) Like I'm needing you If you need love and affection (why, baby, why) Come to my loving arms (why, baby, why) I'll be your shield and protection (why, baby, why) I won't do ya no harm There will be no trouble and strife I'll be your slave the rest of my life I offer you my heart and soul Wrapped up in a bag of gold Why, baby, why do you tease me (why, baby, why) Won't you please be fair (why, baby, why) Why, baby, why won't you please me (why, baby, why) When you know you care There will be no trouble and strife I'll be your slave the rest of my life I offer you my heart and soul Wrapped up in a bag of gold Why, baby, why do you tease me (why, baby, why) Won't you please be fair (why, baby, why) Why, baby, why won't you please me (why, baby, why) When you know you care When you know you care When you know you care
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Written by: LARRY HARRISON, LUTHER DIXON
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10 facts about this song
Musical Genre"Why Baby Why" is a crossover country-pop song, showcasing Pat Boone's versatility as a singer.
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Song PerformanceAlthough Pat Boone was more identified with pop music during his career, he ably delivered the country twang and rhythm required in the song "Why Baby Why".
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Original ArtistThe song "Why Baby Why" was originally performed by George Jones, one of the greatest singers in the history of American popular music.
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Year of ReleasePat Boone's version of "Why Baby Why" was released in 1960, four years after George Jones's original in 1956.
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Song WriterThe song was written by George Jones and Darrell Edwards, marking one of Jones's first major successes as a songwriter in addition to a singer.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being as well-known as his other hits, Pat Boone's rendition of "Why Baby Why" was quite successful and made it to the Billboard charts.
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Album Information"Why Baby Why" appears in Pat Boone's album "Moody River", released in 1961, which also includes other country-themed covers.
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PopularityBoone's version has been appreciated by fans of classic pop and country music alike for its good blend of the two genres.
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ReceptionThe song was praised by critics for Boone's smooth pop vocals that gave an interesting twist to the originally pure country tune.
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LegacyThrough "Why Baby Why", Pat Boone proved his vocal prowess and ability to cross musical lines, affirming his status as one of the most popular singers of the 20th century.
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