Three Cool Cats
The Coasters
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Three cool cats, three cool cats Parked on the corner in a beat-up car Dividing up a nickel candy bar Talking all about how sharp they are, these Three cool cats Three cool chicks, three cool chicks Walkin' down the street swingin' their hips Splitting up a bag of potato chips And three cool cats did three big flips for Three cool chicks Well, the first cool cat He said, "Man, look at that! Man, do you see what I see?" "I want this little chick!" "I want that little chick!" "Hey, man, save one chick for me!" Three cool chicks, three cool chicks They look like angels from up above And three cool cats really fell in love And three cool chicks made three fools of these Three cool cats Three cool cats, three cool cats, three cool cats Threeeeeeeee cooooooool caaaaaaaaaaats
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Written by: JERRY LEIBER, MIKE STOLLER
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Recording"Three Cool Cats" was recorded by The Coasters in the late 1950s and was originally released on their album, 'Coast Along with The Coasters', in 1962.
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Song WritersThe song was penned by the prolific songwriting duo, Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, who are well-known for writing hits for Elvis Presley, The Drifters, and many others.
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Song Style"Three Cool Cats" is renowned for its unique blend of rhythm & blues, doo-wop, and early rock & roll, a distinctive sound characteristic of many of Leiber and Stoller's compositions.
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Beatle ConnectionThe Beatles recorded a version of "Three Cool Cats" for their 1962 Decca audition, demonstrating the influence The Coasters had on the British Invasion bands of the 1960s.
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Song ThemesThe song's narrative revolves around three 'cool' cats (slang for stylish and confident young men) who are trying to attract the attention of a young woman.
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Leiber-Stoller Partnership"Three Cool Cats", like all Leiber-Stoller tunes, showcases Jerry Leiber's knack for streetwise, snappy lyrics coupled with Mike Stoller's mastery over catchy, blues-infused melodies.
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Cover VersionsBesides The Beatles, the song has been covered by numerous artists, including Ry Cooder, The Hollies, and Los Super Seven, showcasing its enduring popularity.
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Pop Culture"Three Cool Cats" has become an iconic song in pop culture, featured in several films and TV shows over the years, most notably in the soundtrack of the 1988 movie 'Bull Durham'.
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Critical RecognitionThis song is often cited by music critics as an example of the playful, often humorous style that distinguished The Coasters from many of their R&B contemporaries.
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LegacyDespite not being one of The Coasters' biggest hits, "Three Cool Cats" remains an influential piece of mid-century rock & roll with its relatable narrative, clever lyrics, and infectious tune.
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