Bony Moronie

Larry Williams

About Bony Moronie

"Bony Moronie" was the third single by Larry Williams, released in 1957.


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1999
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I got a girl named Bony Moronie.
She's as skinny as a stick of macaroni.
Ought to see her rock and roll with her blue jeans on.
She's not very fat, just skin and bone.
But I love her and she loves me.
We're all happy now as we can be.
Making love underneath the apple tree.

Well, I told her mama and her papa too
Just exactly what I want to do.
I want to get married on a night in June,
And rock and roll by the light of the silvery moon.
Cause I love her and she loves me,
We're all happy now as we can be.
Making love underneath the apple tree.

She's my one and only, she's my heart's desire.
She's a real upsetter, she's a real live wire.
Everybody turns when my baby goes by.
She's something to see, she really catches the eye.
I love her and she loves me,
We're all happy now, as we can be.
Making love underneath the apple tree.

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Larry Williams

Lawrence Eugene "Larry" Williams (May 10, 1935 – January 7, 1980) was an American rhythm and blues and rock and roll singer, songwriter, producer, and pianist from New Orleans, Louisiana. Williams is best known for writing and recording some rock and roll classics from 1957 to 1959 for Specialty Records, including "Bony Moronie", "Short Fat Fannie", "High School Dance" (1957), "Slow Down", "Dizzy Miss Lizzy" (1958), "Bad Boy" and "She Said Yeah" (1959), which were later covered by British Invasion groups and other artists.John Lennon, in particular, was a fan of Williams, recording several of his songs over the course of his career. "Bony Moronie" is listed as one of the Top 500 songs that shaped Rock and Roll. more »

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Bony Moronie" was released in 1957.
Chart Performance
The song was a hit, reaching number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 4 on the R&B chart.
Artist
The song was written and performed by Larry Williams, a prominent R&B artist in the 1950s and 1960s, known for his exuberant vocal style.
Notable Covers
A multitude of other artists have covered "Bony Moronie", including John Lennon, The Who, Bruce Springsteen, Dr. Feelgood, and Ritchie Valens.
Lyrics
The song is notable for its humorous and spirited lyrical content. It tells the story of the singer's love for a girl named Bony Moronie, who is "as slim as a stick of macaroni."
John Lennon version
John Lennon's version of "Bony Moronie" was recorded during the "Rock 'n' Roll" (1975) sessions but did not appear on the album until the 2004 reissue.
Ritchie Valens version
Ritchie Valens recorded it in 1958 as a tribute to Williams, who was one of Valens' musical idols.
Influence
"Bony Moronie" is considered an influential piece of early rock and roll due to its upbeat tempo, catchy rhythm, and unique lyrical phrasing, which has been emulated by many artists in the decades since its release.
Larry Williams Death
Sadly, Larry Williams passed away at the age of 44 and did not live to see the immense impact his music continues to have, having influenced many in the music world.
Bony Moronie’s" Legacy
Despite its age, "Bony Moronie" remains popular today, and can frequently be heard on classic rock and oldies radio stations, proving its enduring appeal.

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