Little Boy Sad
Johnny Burnette
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You've been lyin', been untrue Now they call me Little Boy Blue Someday, baby, you're gonna find Nobody in the world's gonna give you lovin' as sweet as mine You've been sneakin', doin' me dirt Now they call me Little Boy Hurt Someday, baby, you're gonna find Nobody in the world's gonna give you lovin' as sweet as mine Little Boy Blue, that's my name Little Boy Sad, you're to blame You've been cheatin', been untrue Now they call me Little Boy Blue Someday, baby, you're gonna find Nobody in the world's gonna give you lovin' as sweet as mine Nobody in the world's gonna give you lovin' as sweet as mine
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Written by: WAYNE P. WALKER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, DYAD Music Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Artist Overview"Little Boy Sad" is a song by Johnny Burnette, an American rockabilly and pop music singer-songwriter who was prominent during the 1950s and 60s.
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Release Date"Little Boy Sad" was released in the year 1961 as a single.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached #17 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1961, marking one of Burnette's most successful tunes.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Wayne P. Walker, a renowned country singer, and songwriter of the time known for his contributions to the genre.
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Cover Versions"Little Boy Sad" has been covered by various artists over the years, including the iconic Aussie rock band, MPD Ltd in 1965, which also became a hit.
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Unique SoundThe song is recognized for its unique pop-rockabilly sound, which was quite different from the dominant rock and roll trend of that era.
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B-Side TrackThe B-side of the original "Little Boy Sad" vinyl single release was " (I Go) Down to the River," another song by Burnette.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Little Boy Sad" provide a heart-wrenching portrayal of a sad little boy whose daddy won't play with him, encapsulating a poignant narrative that many listeners resonated with.
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LegacyJohnny Burnette unfortunately passed away in a tragic boating accident in 1964, but his songs like "Little Boy Sad" continue to be celebrated as significant contributions to the rockabilly genre.
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Cinematic Presence"Little Boy Sad" was included in the soundtrack for the 2000 movie 'Down to You', demonstrating the timeless appeal of Burnette's music.
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