About the song
## Take Good Care of My Baby – Bobby Vee (1961)
Bobby Vee, a teen idol of the early 1960s, delivered a timeless classic with “Take Good Care of My Baby.” This heartfelt ballad, penned by Carole King and Gerry Goffin, became a number-one hit and a staple of the rock ‘n’ roll era. The song’s enduring appeal lies in its relatable theme of teenage love and the fear of loss.
Vee’s youthful and energetic vocals perfectly capture the intensity of young love. His delivery is both passionate and vulnerable, conveying the depth of emotion behind the lyrics. The simple yet effective melody, with its catchy hook and memorable chorus, provides the perfect backdrop for Vee’s heartfelt performance.
The song’s lyrics explore the universal theme of teenage angst and insecurity. The narrator expresses his fear of losing his beloved and pleads with her to stay true to their love. The lines “Take good care of my baby, I love her so” are both a declaration of love and a plea for reassurance. The song’s bridge, with its poignant imagery of a lonely night, further emphasizes the narrator’s fear of abandonment.
“Take Good Care of My Baby” is more than just a catchy pop song; it is a timeless piece of music that resonates with listeners of all ages. Vee’s heartfelt performance and the song’s relatable theme have ensured its enduring popularity. It remains a classic example of the power of music to capture the essence of young love and the fear of loss.
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Lyrics
My tears are falling
‘cos you’ve taken her away.
And though it really hurts me so,
there something that I got to say:
Take good care of my baby,
please don’t ever make her blue.
Just tell her that you love her
make sure you’re thinking of her
in everything you say and do.
Take good care of my baby,
now don’t you ever make her cry.
Just let your love surround her,
paint rainbows all around her,
don’t let her see the cloudy sky.
Once upon a time
that little girl was mine.
If I had been true
I know she’d never been with you.
So take good care of my baby,
be just as kind as you can be.
And if you should discover
that you don’t really love her
just send my baby back home to me.
Take good care of my baby,
be just as kind as you can be.
And if you should discover
that you don’t really love her
just send my baby back home to me.
Take good care of my baby,
take good care of my baby,
take good care of my baby.