About the song
Big Bopper, a pioneering rock and roll artist, released “Chantilly Lace” as a playful and energetic song that captured the spirit of the 1950s. This upbeat track, released in 1958, became a hit single and a defining song for Bopper’s career.
With his distinctive voice and energetic delivery, Big Bopper explores the themes of love, romance, and the joy of the teenage experience. Through humorous lyrics and Bopper’s lively performance, listeners are invited to reflect on their own memories of youth and the excitement of first love.
The opening lines, “She’s got a pony tail, a cherry red lipstick, a little white dress, and a pair of dancing shoes,” immediately establish the song’s subject and set a playful tone. The lyrics continue to reference the girl’s attractiveness and the singer’s admiration for her.
Throughout the song, Big Bopper’s energetic performance and the song’s catchy melody create a fun and exciting listening experience. The song’s playful and humorous approach to love and romance makes it a timeless classic.
“Chantilly Lace” is more than just a popular song; it is a cultural touchstone that has influenced countless artists and generations of music fans. The song’s upbeat energy and playful lyrics continue to resonate with audiences today, making it a timeless and enduring piece of music history.
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Lyrics
Hello, baby
Yeah, this is the Big Bopper speakin’
Ah-ah-ah-ah
Oh, you sweet thing
Do I what? Will I what?
Oh, baby, you know what I like
Chantilly lace and a pretty face
And a ponytail hangin’ down
A wiggle in her walk and a giggle in her talk
Make the world go ’round
Ain’t nothing in the world like a big-eyed girl
To make me act so funny, make me spend my money
Make me feel real loose like a long-necked goose
Like a girl, oh baby, that’s a-what I like
What’s that, baby?
But, but, but, oh, honey
But, oh baby, you know what I like
Chantilly lace and a pretty face
And a ponytail hangin’ down
A wiggle in her walk, and a giggle in her talk, Lord
Make the world go ’round, ’round, ’round
Ain’t nothing in the world like a big-eyed girl
To make me act so funny, make me spend my money
Make me feel real loose like a long-necked goose
Like a girl, oh baby, that’s a-what I like
What’s that, honey?
Pick you up at eight and don’t be late
But baby, I ain’t got no money, honey
Ah-ah-ah-ah
Oh, alright, honey, you know what I like
Chantilly lace and a pretty face
Ponytail a-hangin’ down
A wiggle in her walk and a giggle in her talk, Lord
Make the world go ’round
Ain’t nothing in the world like a big-eyed girl
To make me act so funny, make me spend my money
Make me feel real loose like a long-necked goose
Like a girl, oh baby, that’s a-what I like