About the song
“She’s My Baby” is a timeless masterpiece that embodies the essence of collaboration and camaraderie. Released in 1990 as the opening track of the Traveling Wilburys’ album Traveling Wilburys Vol. 3, this song is a testament to the power of creative synergy. Written by the four members of the supergroup – George Harrison, Jeff Lynne, Bob Dylan, and Tom Petty – each of whom brings their unique perspective and style to the table. The result is a song that is both a celebration of the band’s collective talent and a tribute to the enduring spirit of rock ‘n’ roll.
The song’s origins are shrouded in a sense of mystery and experimentation, with each member contributing their own distinct voice and vision to the track. The result is a song that is both a reflection of the band’s individual styles and a cohesive whole that transcends the sum of its parts. The song’s lyrics are a poignant exploration of love, loss, and longing, with each member bringing their own unique perspective to the table.
Musically, “She’s My Baby” is a masterclass in arrangement and production. The song’s soaring guitar riffs, courtesy of Gary Moore, are woven together with the band’s signature harmonies and a driving rhythm section to create a sound that is both nostalgic and forward-thinking. The song’s music video, directed by David Leland and produced by Limelight Films, adds an extra layer of depth and visual interest to the track, showcasing the band’s chemistry and camaraderie as they perform the song.
In terms of its commercial performance, “She’s My Baby” was a moderate success, peaking at number 2 on the Billboard Album Rock Tracks chart and staying there for three weeks. While it may not have reached the same level of mainstream success as some of the band’s other songs, “She’s My Baby” remains a beloved classic among fans of the Traveling Wilburys and a testament to the enduring power of rock ‘n’ roll.
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Lyrics
She’s got her pudding in the oven
And it’s gonna be good
She better not leave me
And go out to Hollywood
She’s got the best pudding in the neighborhood
She’s my baby
She can drive a truck
She can drive a train (my baby, m-my, my baby)
She can even drive an aeroplane
She’s so good to look at in the rain
She’s my baby
She’s comin’ down the sidewalk
She’s stumblin’ through the door
She’s coming home from places
She’s never been before
She sits down on the sofa
She pours herself a drink
Says, “Honey, honey, honey, ain’t no time to think”
My baby
My baby
My baby
She’s got a body for business, got a head for sin
She knocks me over like a bowling pin
She came home last night and said
“Honey, honey, honey, it’s hard to get ahead”
My baby
My baby
She can build a boat
She can make it float (my baby, m-my, my baby)
She can play my guitar
Note for note
She likes to stick her tongue right down my throat
She’s my baby (my baby)
My baby
My baby (she’s my baby)
My baby (she’s my-my baby)
My baby