A Certain Girl

Ernie K-Doe

About A Certain Girl

"A Certain Girl" is a rhythm and blues song written by Allen Toussaint, with the credit listed under his pen name Naomi Neville. New Orleans R&B singer Ernie K-Doe recorded it in 1961. Minit Records released the song as the B-side of "I Cried My Last Tear". The single became a double-sided hit on Billboard magazine's Hot 100 record chart, with "A Certain Girl" reaching number 71 (and "I Cried My Last Tear" number 69) during on December 4, 1961. Neither song appeared on Billboard's Hot R&B sides chart. Over the years, Doe's original "A Certain Girl" has been included on several compilations and a variety of musicians have recorded versions of the song. 


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There's a certain girl I've been after a long, long time
What's her name?
I can't tell you
Ahh

I can't reveal her name until I get her
What's her name?
I can't tell you
No

I've tried time and time again
Still we're introduced as nothing but friends
There's a certain girl I've been in love with a long, long time
What's her name?
I can't tell you
No

There's a certain chick I've been sweet on since I met her
What's her name?
I can't tell you
No

No, I can't tell her name, I won't reveal it until I get her
What's her name?
I can't tell you
No

One day I'll wake up and say
Just to have you, I'll be your slave
There's a certain girl I've been in love with a long, long time
What's her name?
I can't tell you
No

There's a certain girl I've been after a long, long time
What's her name?
I can't tell you
No

I can't reveal her name until I get her
What's her name?
I can't tell you
No

I've tried time and time again
Still we're introduced as nothing but friends
There's a certain chick I've been in love with a long, long time
What's her name?
I can't tell you
No

There's a certain girl I've been after a long, long time
What's her name?
I can't tell you
I can't reveal her name until I get her
What's her name?
I can't tell you

One day I'll wake up and say
Just to have you, I'll be your slave
There's a certain girl I've been in love with a long, long time
What's her name?
I can't tell you
No

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Ernie K-Doe

Ernest Kador, Jr. (February 22, 1936 – July 5, 2001), known by the stage name Ernie K-Doe, was an African American rhythm and blues singer best known for his 1961 hit single "Mother-in-Law" which went to #1 on the Billboard pop chart in the U.S. more »

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Written by: ALLEN TOUSSAINT

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11 facts about this song

Songwriting
"A Certain Girl" was originally written by Allen Toussaint, a pioneering figure in New Orleans R&B.
Original Performer
Ernie K-Doe, a popular R&B singer, was the first artist to record and release this song.
Release Year
"A Certain Girl" was first released as a single in 1961.
Song Popularity
While it wasn't a major hit, the song was popular enough to reach number 71 on the Billboard Hot 100, representing a significant achievement for K-Doe.
Cover Versions
It was later covered by various groups and artists, including The Yardbirds and Warren Zevon.
Yardbirds Version
The Yardbirds' version of "A Certain Girl" was released as the b-side of the band's first single, "I Wish You Would," in 1964.
Zevon Version
Warren Zevon included his cover version of "A Certain Girl" in his 1980 album "Bad Luck Streak in Dancing School."
Toussaint and K-Doe Relationship
Allen Toussaint and Ernie K-Doe continued to work together and make music for many years, creating several more popular R&B songs.
Song Theme
The song tells the story of a man who is asked about the identity of the girl he loves. He dodges the question, only admitting that there is "a certain girl" he's fond of.
Live Performances
The song has been performed live by various artists. For instance, it was played during the Yardbirds’ concert at Crawdaddy Club in Richmond, England in 1963.
Movie Appearance
"A Certain Girl" was featured in the 2016 movie, "Elvis & Nixon."

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