This Little Girl of Mine

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About This Little Girl of Mine

"This Little Girl of Mine" is a rhythm and blues single written and released as a single by Ray Charles in 1955 on the Atlantic label. "This Little Girl of Mine" played off "This Little Light of Mine", much like the previous "I Got a Woman" and the later "Hallelujah I Love Her So" played off other classic gospel hymns. And much like those songs, replaced sacred lyrics with secular blues lyrics with doo-wop call and response harmonies. The song was the B-side to Charles' number-one R&B single, "A Fool for You", and was a charted hit on its own, peaking at number nine on the chart. The tune was re-made to top 40 pop status in 1958 by The Everly Brothers. It should not be confused with the 1981 Gary U. S. Bonds hit "This Little Girl." 


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Wella, oh yeah
Wella, oh yeah
Oh yeah
Oh yeah
Do you know that this little girl of mine
I want you people to know
This little girl of mine
I take her everywhere I go
One day I looked at my suit
My suit was new
I looked at my shoes
And they were too
And that's why I, I, I, I,
Oh, I love that little girl of mine
Oh do you know that this little girl of mine
Makes me happy when I'm sad
This little girl of mine
Loves me, even when I'm bad
She knows how to love me right down to her teeth
If she does any wrong, you know she keeps it from me
And that's why I, I, I, I,
Oh, I love that little girl of mine

Do you know that this little girl of mine
Called me last night about eight
This little girl of mine
Told me that we had a date
She said that she'd meet me at a quarter to nine
Believe it or not, but she was right on time
And that's why I, I, I, I,
Oh, I love that little girl of mine
Do you know that this little girl of mine
Knows how to dress so neat
This little girl of mine
Stops the traffic on the street
When the fellas start whistling, well I don't mind
I can't blame them, 'cause she is fine
And that's why I, I, I, I,
Oh, I love that little girl of mine
And that's why I, I, I, I,
Oh, I love that little girl of mine

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The Everly Brothers

Isaac Donald "Don" Everly (born February 1, 1937) and Phillip "Phil" Everly (born January 19, 1939), together known as the Everly Brothers, are country-influenced rock and roll performers, known for steel-string guitar playing and close harmony singing. The duo was elected to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1986. more »

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Written by: RAY CHARLES

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9 facts about this song

Song Origin
"This Little Girl of Mine" is a song originally written and performed by the legendary musician Ray Charles. It was released as part of his 1957 album "Ray Charles," which later became one of his most popular albums.
Song Cover
The song was covered by another major musical act, The Everly Brothers, who were famous for their harmonic singing style in the rock and roll era. Their rendition of "This Little Girl of Mine" was included in their debut album, "The Everly Brothers," released in 1958.
Musical Style
Ray Charles' original version is classified as rhythm and blues (R&B). He was known for bringing a soulful flair to this genre, evident in the emotional delivery of "This Little Girl of Mine." The Everly Brothers' rendition, on the other hand, leans more towards rock and roll, a genre they significantly influenced.
Lyrics Inspiration
The lyrics of "This Little Girl of Mine" were inspired by a traditional gospel song titled "This Little Light of Mine." Charles was known for drawing inspiration from church songs and gospel music, reflecting his Southern upbringing.
Chart Performance
While Ray Charles' version did not chart, The Everly Brothers' rendition of "This Little Girl of Mine" reached number 26 on the UK Singles Chart in 1958. This helped cement their position as stars in the rock and roll scene.
Legacy
"This Little Girl of Mine" is considered a classic today, covered by several other artists over the years and used in various media, including films and television shows. Despite its lack of chart success, the song remains popular among fans of both Ray Charles and The Everly Brothers.
Song Duration
The Ray Charles version of the song lasts two minutes and 33 seconds while The Everly Brothers' version is two minutes and 18 seconds long.
Record Labels
Ray Charles' version was released under Atlantic Records, where he made his mark during the early part of his career. The Everly Brothers' cover was released through Cadence Records, which was their primary record label during the late 1950s.
Significance
The song is a significant piece for both artists, reflecting Ray Charles' blues influence and The Everly Brothers' unique vocal blending style. It is also a wonderful example of how the same song can be interpreted differently by various artists to embody their unique style and genre.

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