Be My Baby – The Ronettes 💗

About the song Be My Baby – The Ronettes

“Be My Baby” is a song by the American girl group the Ronettes, written by Jeff Barry, Ellie Greenwich, and Phil Spector. It was released as a single in August 1963 and later appeared as a track on their 1964 album Presenting the Fabulous Ronettes Featuring Veronica.

The song is a classic example of the “Wall of Sound” production technique pioneered by Phil Spector, characterized by its layered instruments, echo chambers, and dramatic crescendos. The Ronettes’ powerful vocals and Veronica Bennett’s soulful lead vocals perfectly complement the song’s dramatic arrangement.

“Be My Baby” was a commercial success, reaching number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number 4 on the UK Singles Chart. It has since been covered by numerous artists, including Bruce Springsteen, Darlene Love, and Mariah Carey, and has been featured in many films and television shows, including “Dirty Dancing” and “The Sopranos”.

The song’s lyrics are a simple and direct declaration of love, with the singer asking her beloved to be her “baby” and promising to make them happy. The song’s infectious energy and undeniable charm have made it a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by people of all ages.

Here are some additional facts about the song:

• The song was originally intended for the girl group the Crystals, but Phil Spector decided to give it to the Ronettes instead.
• The song was recorded over 42 takes, with Veronica Bennett rehearsing the song for weeks before the recording session.
• The song’s iconic guitar riff was played by Hal Blaine.
• The song’s drumbeat was inspired by the marching band cadence “One, two, three, four, one, two, step, stop”.
• The song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999.

“Be My Baby” is a true gem of the pop music canon and a testament to the power of Phil Spector’s “Wall of Sound” production technique. Its catchy melody, infectious energy, and timeless lyrics have made it a beloved classic that continues to inspire and entertain generations of listeners.

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Be My Baby – The Ronettes Lyrics

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The night we met I knew I needed you so
And if I had the chance I’d never let you go
So won’t you say you love me?
I’ll make you so proud of me
We’ll make ’em turn their heads every place we go

So won’t you, please (be my, be my baby)
Be my little baby? (My one and only baby)
Say you’ll be my darlin’ (be my, be my baby)
Be my baby now (my one and only baby)
Whoa-oh-oh-oh

I’ll make you happy, baby, just wait and see
For every kiss you give me, I’ll give you three
Oh, since the day I saw you
I have been waiting for you
You know I will adore you ’til eternity

So won’t you, please (be my, be my baby)
Be my little baby? (My one and only baby)
Say you’ll be my darlin’ (be my, be my baby)
Be my baby now (my one and only baby)
Whoa-oh-oh-oh

So come on and, please (be my, be my baby)
Be my little baby? (My one and only baby)
Say you’ll be my darlin’ (be my, be my baby)
Be my baby now (my one and only baby)
Whoa-oh-oh-oh

Be my little baby? (My one and only baby)
Oh-oh-oh (be my, be my baby)
Oh (my one and only baby)
Whoa-oh-oh-oh (be my, be my baby)
Oh-oh-oh (My one and only baby)
Oh (be my, be my baby)