Winsome

Half Pint

About Winsome

"Winsome" is a song by the Jamaican artist Half Pint. It appears on his debut album from 1984, In Fine Style. The song became a number-one hit.


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Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you 
Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you 

Everywhere 
All over the place 
Every man, he has 
A picture of your face 
Hey little girl 
Don't you realize 
This is a goddamn disgrace 

Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you 
Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you 

Oh little girl 
You never want me 
Tomorrow night you say 
You need my key 
Hey little girl 
Go and have a ball 
You know one day girl 
You're bound to fall 

Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you 
Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you 

Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you 
Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you 

Everywhere 
All over the place 
Every man, he has 
A picture of your face 
Hey little girl 
Don't you realize 
This is a goddamn disgrace 
Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you 
Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you 

Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you 
Girl you're too bad 
Girl you're too rude 
Everyman I speak to 
Says he wants you

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Half Pint

Half Pint (born and sometimes credited Lindon Andrew Roberts) is a Jamaican dancehall, ragga, and reggae singer. more »

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Written by: LINDON ROBERTS, LOWELL DUNBAR, ROBBIE SHAKESPEARE

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10 facts about this song

Artist's Background
"Winsome" is a track by "Half Pint", a stage name for Lindon Andrew Roberts. He is a Jamaican Reggae singer who came to prominence in the 1980s.
Genre Influence
The song "Winsome" is distinguished by its lyrics and melodies that adhere to the traditional Reggae genre, with its rhythmic accents on the off-beat, known as the skank.
Cover Version
The song was covered by The Rolling Stones in 1987 as "Too Rude" on their album "Dirty Work". Mick Jagger and Keith Richards changed the lyrics, but the original melody remained the same.
Subsequent Release
Half Pint released his own version with different lyrics under the name "Winsome / Too Rude".
Album Release
"Winsome" is part of the album "In Fine Style" which was released in 1984.
Rolling Stones Connection
Following the cover of "Winsome" by The Rolling Stones, Half Pint was invited to be an opening act for their American tour, providing exposure to a wider audience.
Winsome's Theme
The song "Winsome" spins around the theme of love, exploring the ups and downs of romantic relationships, a common topic in reggae music.
Popularity in Dancehall Circles
"Winsome" found popularity among the regular crowd at the dancehall circuit in Jamaica where Half Pint's music was often played in sessions.
Influence beyond Reggae
While "Winsome" is predominantly a reggae track, it has also been noted for its influences from R&B and soul music, making it an interesting fusion of styles.
Critical Reception
"Winsome" has been appreciated by critics and music listeners for its smooth reggae beat and Half Pint's distinct vocals. Many regard it as one of Half Pint's signature tracks.

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