About the song
## Tossin’ and Turnin’: Bobby Lewis’s Timeless Classic
Bobby Lewis’s “Tossin’ and Turnin'” is a timeless classic that has captured the hearts of listeners for decades. Released in 1961, this infectious tune quickly became a chart-topping hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100. Its catchy melody and energetic rhythm have made it a staple in popular culture, often featured in films, TV shows, and commercials.
The song’s central theme is the restlessness and insomnia experienced during a sleepless night. Lewis’s soulful vocals convey the frustration and longing for sleep with raw emotion. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of tossing and turning in bed, unable to find peace. The repetitive chorus, “Tossin’ and turnin’, can’t sleep at night,” serves as a powerful mantra that encapsulates the song’s message.
The song’s arrangement is simple yet effective. The driving rhythm, provided by the drums and bass, creates a sense of urgency and restlessness. The guitar riff, with its distinctive bluesy sound, adds a touch of soulfulness to the music. Lewis’s vocal performance is both energetic and heartfelt, capturing the essence of the song’s emotional content.
“Tossin’ and Turnin'” is a testament to the power of great songwriting and musicianship. Its enduring popularity can be attributed to its relatable theme, catchy melody, and Bobby Lewis’s emotive vocals. The song’s timeless appeal has ensured its place in the annals of rock and roll history.
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Lyrics
I couldn’t sleep at all last night
Got to thinkin’ of you
Baby things weren’t right
Well I was tossin’ and turnin’
Turnin’ and tossin’
A tossin’ and turnin’ all night
I kicked the blankets on the floor
Turned my pillow upside down
I never never did before
‘Cause I was tossin’ and turnin’
Turnin’ and tossin’
A-tossin’ and turnin’ all night
Jumped out of bed
Turned on the light
I pulled down the shade
Went to the kitchen for a bite
Rolled up the shade
Turned off the light
I jumped back into bed
It was the middle of the night
The clock downstairs was strikin’ four
Couldn’t get you off my mind
I heard the milkman at the door
‘Cause I was tossin’ and turnin’
Turnin’ and tossin’
A tossin’ and turnin’ all night
Jumped out of bed
Turned on the light
I pulled down the shade
Went to the kitchen for a bite
Rolled up the shade
Turned off the light
I jumped back into bed
It was the middle of the night
The clock downstairs was strikin’ four
I couldn’t get you off my mind
I heard the milkman at the door
‘Cause I was tossin’ and turnin’
Turnin’ and tossin’
A tossin’ and turnin’ all, yay, yay, yay
I was a tossin’ and turnin’
Turnin’ and tossin’
A tossin’ and turnin’ all night
I was a tossin’ and turnin’
Turnin’ and tossin’
A tossin’ and turnin’ all night