Cowboys to Girls

The Intruders

About Cowboys to Girls

"Cowboys to Girls" is a 1968 R&B single written by Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff and performed by The Intruders. The single was a crossover hit becoming The Intruders' first Top 40 single. "Cowboys to Girls" was also The Intruders' only number one song on the R&B singles chart. and a Top 10 smash on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at #6, making it the biggest hit of The Intruders' career.


Year:
1973
2:38
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Cowboys to girls
I remember when I used to play shoot 'em up
(Shoot 'em up, bang, bang baby)
I remember when I chased the girls and beat 'em up
But I was young and didn't understand
But now I'm a grown up man
I know girls are made for kissing
Never knew what I was missing
Now my life is not the same
My whole world has been rearranged
I went from (cowboy to girls)
Oh yes I did
(Cowboys to girls)

I remember when I used to see you jumping rope
(Jumping rope up and down baby)
And I remember when you got your first baby coach
But you were young and didn't understand
Now you're a woman and I'm a man
And it's me that you're kissing
Ain't it fun reminiscing
Now our lives are not the same
Our whole world has been rearranged

You went from (pretty dolls to boys)
Oh yes you did
And I went from (cowboys to girls)
Oh yes I did
And it's me that you're kissing
Ain't it fun reminiscing
And my life life is not the same
This whole world has been rearranged
I went from (cowboys to girls)
Oh yes I did
You went from (pretty dolls to boys)
Oh yes I did
I went from (cowboys to girls)

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The Intruders

The Intruders were an American soul music group most popular in the 1960s and 1970s. As one of the first groups to have hit songs under the direction of Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, they had a major influence on the development of Philadelphia soul. more »

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Written by: KENNY GAMBLE, LEON A HUFF

Lyrics © JAMIE MUSIC PUBLISHING CO, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Cowboys to Girls" by The Intruders is classified as a song belonging to the genre of soul and Philadelphia soul.
Chart Performance
The song reached number one on Billboard's R&B chart in 1968, which marked a significant milestone in the career of The Intruders.
Notable Recognition
"Cowboys to Girls" is recognized as The Intruders' most successful single, emphasizing their contribution to the soul music genre.
Album Appearance
The song is featured on The Intruders' 1968 album titled "Cowboys to Girls," which showcases their distinctive soulful sound.
Pioneering Achievements
The Intruders, with hits like "Cowboys to Girls," are known for being one of the first groups to establish the Philadelphia soul sound in the 1960s.
Cover Versions
Several artists such as The Jackson 5 and The Unifics have covered "Cowboys to Girls", illustrating its enduring popularity and influence on other musicians.
Songwriters
"Cowboys to Girls" was written by Kenny Gamble and Leon Huff, who are renowned songwriters and producers in the music industry.
Certification
The song achieved a gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for sales over a million copies.
Social Perspective
The song's metaphor-laden lyrics reflect on growing up and transitioning from boyhood to manhood, offering a social perspective in conjunction with its musical appeal.
Legacy
Over the years, "Cowboys to Girls" has maintained its popularity, often being played on classic soul and R&B radio stations and continues to be appreciated by fans of the genre.

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