Pretty Thing
Bo Diddley
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You pretty thing Let me buy you a wedding ring Let me hear the choir sing Oh, you pretty thing You pretty thing Let me walk you down the aisle Darling, wear a lovely smile Oh, you pretty thing Let me kiss you gentle Squeeze and hold you tight Let me give all my love The rest of my life You pretty thing Let me hold you by my side And become my blushing bride You pretty thing Pretty thing Let me dedicate my life You will always be my wife Oh, you pretty thing
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Written by: Willie Dixon, Ellas McDaniel
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10 facts about this song
Genre ClassificationBo Diddley and Willie Dixon's "Pretty Thing" is categorized under the popular genre of Blues, specifically, the rhythm and blues.
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Bo Diddley's FameBo Diddley, one of the composers of "Pretty Thing", is a renowned artist in the Rock and Roll music industry. He is often recognized for his innovative use of African rhythms and a signature beat that came to be known as the "Bo Diddley beat".
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Willie Dixon's NotorietyWillie Dixon, the other composer of "Pretty Thing", is one of the most significant figures in post-World War II Chicago blues. He was a prolific songwriter and his work has been covered by a multitude of famous artists like Led Zeppelin, The Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, and more.
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Lyrics and Themes"Pretty Thing" is a love song. The lyrics depict a man’s yearning for an exceptionally attractive woman and reflects a common theme found across much of Dixon’s work, which often revolved around love and desire.
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Impact on Other Artists"Pretty Thing" has had a significant impact on various bands and artists over the years. Notably, it was covered by The Pretty Things, a British rock band, who not only performed the song but also named their band after it.
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Release Date"Pretty Thing" was released in 1955 under the record label Checker Records, a subsidiary of Chess Records.
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Chart SuccessThe song achieved substantial success in the R&B world. "Pretty Thing" reached No. 4 on the Billboard magazine R&B Best Sellers chart in 1955.
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Influence on Music StylesThe rhythmic beat and innovative style of “Pretty Thing” helped shape Rock n Roll, inspiring a multitude of musicians and leading to the development of various new genres, particularly in British rock.
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Induction into Hall of FameBoth artists, Bo Diddley and Willie Dixon, have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a testament to their lasting influence on contemporary music. Bo Diddley was inducted in 1987, and Willie Dixon was inducted in 1994.
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Live PerformancesOver the years, "Pretty Thing" has been performed by many bands and artists. The song continues to be a popular piece in live performances, testifying to its longstanding relevance and appeal.
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