Hey Girl Don't Bother Me

The Tams

About Hey Girl Don't Bother Me

"Hey Girl Don't Bother Me" is a popular single by The Tams. Written by Ray Whitley, it was originally released in 1964 and reached number 41 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 10 on the R&B chart. It later became a favourite on the Northern soul scene in the UK, belatedly reaching number one on the UK Singles Chart for three weeks in September 1971. The single was also number one on the Irish Singles Chart, for one week, the same month. The group appeared on BBC's Top of the Pops with the song on eight separate occasions in 1971: August 19 and 26, September 7, 16, 23 and 30, October 7 and December 27.  


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Go away come back another day
Don't bother me

I heard about you from my friend
The word really gets around
They say you broke the heart
Of every boy in town
 
They say you like to cheat
They say you just a little fake
And if I fall for you
I'm surely going to get hurt
 
Don't bother me now
Go away girl stay out of my arms
Don't try to use your charms
Don't bother me
 
But I really got to say
You look so fine
Yeah you know you are so hard to resist
But I know I gotta stay away
Or I might fall for you
And I don't want to be any to your needs
So now I say
Don't bother me now
Go away girl
 
I fear if I kissed you
I might not resist you
Don't bother me
 
Don't bother me now
Go away girl

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The Tams

The Tams, sometimes later billed as 'The Joe Pope Tams' are an American vocal group from Atlanta, Georgia, who enjoyed their greatest chart success in the 1960s, and the 1970s, and most improbably in the 1980s. Two separate versions of the group continue to perform and record. One version features original member Robert Lee Smith - 'The Original Tams with R. L. Smith', and the other under the leadership of Charles Pope, brother of founder Joe Pope. more »

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Written by: RAY WHITLEY

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10 facts about this song

Release Info
"Hey Girl Don't Bother Me" by The Tams was initially released in 1964 but did not gain popularity until it was re-released in 1971.
Chart Success
Upon re-release, the song topped the UK Singles Chart in September 1971, siting as No. 1 for three weeks.
Genre
The song is recognized as a blend of rhythm and blues, and soul. The Tams are especially known for their "Beach Music", popular in the Southern United States.
Lead Vocals
Joe Pope, the original lead singer of The Tams, was the lead vocalist for "Hey Girl Don't Bother Me."
The Tams' Rise to Fame
This top-charted single played a significant role in earning The Tams international fame, increasing their fan base significantly.
Country Specific Success
Despite being an American band, The Tams experienced more substantial success in the UK. Their song ‘Hey Girl Don’t Bother Me’ is a classic example, as it fared better on the UK charts than in the US.
Impact on Pop Culture
The song, with its pleasant melody, is often associated with the 'Northern Soul' scene in the UK and has been featured in various media since its release.
Cover Versions
Several artists have covered the track, demonstrating its enduring popularity in the music industry. It was covered by the Northern soul band Secret Affair in 1982.
Recognition
In 1987, "Hey Girl Don't Bother Me" was among the tracks included when The Tams were inducted into the Georgia Music Hall of Fame.
Re-release and Promotion
The re-release of this song in 1971 was initially aimed at promoting The Tam's new album, but unexpectedly, this vintage track took off and became a huge hit.

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