Poison Ivy
The Coasters
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She comes on like a rose but everybody knows She'll get you in Dutch You can look but you better not touch Poison ivy, poison ivy Late at night while you're sleepin' Poison ivy comes a-creepin' around She's pretty as a daisy but look out man, she's crazy She'll really do you in If you let her under your skin Poison ivy, poison ivy Late at night while you're sleepin' Poison ivy comes a-creepin' around Measles make you bumpy And mumps'll make you lumpy And chicken pox'll make you jump and twitch A common cold'll fool ya And whooping cough'll cool ya But poison ivy, Lord'll, make you itch You're gonna need an ocean of calamine lotion You'll be scratchin' like a hound The minute you start to mess around Poison ivy, poison ivy Late at night while you're sleepin' Poison ivy comes a-creepin' around Measles make you bumpy And mumps'll make you lumpy And chicken pox'll make you jump and twitch A common cold'll fool ya And whooping cough'll cool ya But poison ivy, Lord'll make you itch!! You're gonna need an ocean of calamine lotion You'll be scratchin' like a hound The minute you start to mess around Poison ivy, poison ivy Late at night while you're sleepin' Poison ivy comes a-creepin' around La da la da la da La da la da la da La da la da la da La da la da la da
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Written by: Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Poison Ivy" by The Coasters was released in August 1959.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number 7 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of the band's most successful singles.
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SongwritersThe track was written by the famous songwriting duo Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, who wrote for other well-known acts such as Elvis Presley and The Drifters.
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Different InterpretationsThe song's title "Poison Ivy" serves as a metaphor. Some people interpret it as a cautionary tale about sexually transmitted diseases while others view it as a warning against deceptive women.
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Cover Versions"Poison Ivy" has been covered extensively by many bands and singers over the years such as The Rolling Stones, The Beatles during their early days, and even punk rock band The Von Bondies for their debut album.
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Musical StyleThe Coasters are known for their doo wop and rhythm and blues style, a genre combination highlighted in "Poison Ivy."
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Sequels"Poison Ivy" is actually the sequel to the song "Yakety Yak," which was a previous hit for The Coasters. The song "Along Came Jones" is considered the third installment of the 'teen trilogy'.
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Pop Culture ReferencesOver the years, the song has become a staple in various media, including films like Oliver Stone's "Platoon" and television series such as "The Simpsons" and "American Bandstand."
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Re-Release"Poison Ivy" was re-released in 1986 and again reached the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 64.
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Inspiration for Future SongsWith its catchy tune and underlying humor, "Poison Ivy" has often been cited as an inspiration for future songwriters and bands, particularly those in the pop and rock genres.
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Awards and AccoladesIn 2019, it was announced that "Poison Ivy" was among the inductees into the Grammy Hall of Fame, solidifying its place in music history.
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Related SongSome music enthusiasts and critics often pair "Poison Ivy" with "Love Potion No. 9," another song written by Leiber and Stoller. Both songs share similar themes, narrative structure, and distinct musical styles.
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