About the song
## Ooh My Head: Ritchie Valens’s Rock and Roll Anthem
Ritchie Valens, the iconic Chicano rock and roll pioneer, left an indelible mark on the music industry with his short but prolific career. His 1958 hit, “Ooh My Head,” is a prime example of his infectious energy, catchy melodies, and innovative guitar playing.
This upbeat rock and roll number is a classic tale of teenage angst and rebellion. Valens’s energetic vocals and the driving rhythm section create a sense of urgency and excitement that perfectly captures the youthful spirit of the song. The lyrics, filled with playful rhymes and catchy phrases, paint a vivid picture of a young man struggling to cope with the pressures of growing up and finding his place in the world.
One of the most striking aspects of “Ooh My Head” is Valens’s guitar playing. His lead guitar lines are full of intricate riffs and solos that showcase his technical prowess and creative flair. The guitar work adds a layer of complexity and sophistication to the song, elevating it beyond the typical rock and roll fare of the time.
The song’s arrangement is also noteworthy. The verses are relatively simple and straightforward, allowing Valens’s vocals and guitar playing to take center stage. The chorus, however, is more energetic and upbeat, with a catchy melody that is sure to get stuck in your head. The bridge features a brief instrumental break that showcases Valens’s guitar skills and provides a moment of respite before the final chorus.
“Ooh My Head” is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with audiences of all ages. Valens’s infectious energy, catchy melodies, and innovative guitar playing make this song a must-listen for fans of rock and roll and music history alike.
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Lyrics
Well, well, now, now baby
Let´s just go all night long
Well, on, on, on, on, darlin
I just want you-to-go-on more
There won´t be no tuttie fruiti
No not at all, cmon baby just
Rock, rock, rock
Well, now, now, now, now, honey
We gonna rock all night
Well babe, babe, babe, babe, baby
We´re just gonna go fine
Well on, on, on, on, darlin´
Ooh, my head!
Well, Bonie Moronie, Peggy Suzy
They ain´t gonna be around no more
Well, on now dit-a-little darlin
We just gonna party some more
Daylight, I love you darlin
Ooh my head! (now let´s go)
Well now, now, now, now, baby
Keep me rockin on an on
Well I just reelin´ till it´s over
Oh, just all night long
Well, now
Ooh my head!
Alright, WAIL
Rock it out
Come on
My head is tired