Don't Mess With Bill
Monalisa Young
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Don't mess with Bill Don't mess with Bill Don't mess with Bill Don't mess with Bill Now I know he's the guy who put tears in my eyes A thousand times or more Oh, but ev'rytime he would apologize I loved him more than before Hear what I say, girls, keep away, uh huh Don't mess with Bill No, no, no, no Don't mess with Bill Leave my Billy alone Don't mess with Bill Get a guy of your own Don't mess with Bill Now there's Johnny, there's Joe And there's Frank and Jim, just to name a few Now Bill's got me and I've got him I'm sure there's one for you Hear what I say, girls, keep away, uh huh Don't mess with Bill No, no, no, no Don't mess with Bill He is mine all mine Don't mess with Bill I'll say it one more time Don't mess with Bill Though I tell myself he wants no one else 'Cause he keeps coming back to me Now I'm in no position to want competition I want to be sure as can be Hear what I say, girls, keep away, uh huh Don't mess with Bill No, no, no, no Don't mess with Bill Leave my Billy alone Don't mess with Bill Get a guy of your own Don't mess with Bill 'Cause he is mine all mine Don't mess with Bill I'll say it one more time Don't mess with Bill
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Written by: SMOKEY ROBINSON, WILLIAM ROBINSON JR.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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15 facts about this song
Original Artist InformationDon't Mess With Bill" was originally performed by The Marvelettes.
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Release InformationThe song was released in the year 1965 under the Motown label.
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Songwriter InformationDon't Mess With Bill" was written by William "Smokey" Robinson.
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Chart PerformanceThe track reached the seventh spot on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming a significant hit for The Marvelettes.
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Song Popularity FactsDespite not reaching the top spot, it was one of The Marvelettes' most popular and enduring hits.
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Cover Song InformationMonalisa Young, an American singer, covered "Don't Mess With Bill" years after its original release.
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Live PerformanceThis cover version is often sung by Monalisa Young in her live performances.
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Song MeaningThe song's lyrics have been praised for their empowering message, urging respect for one's partner.
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Critical AcclaimSmokey Robinson’s lyrical insight and The Marvelettes' vocal harmonies are two factors that made "Don't Mess With Bill" an iconic Motown song.
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Historical SignificanceDon't Mess With Bill" is often considered one of the signature hits that helped define the Motown Sound of the 1960s.
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Album InformationThe song was included in The Marvelettes' sixth studio album titled "The Marvelettes Greatest Hits.
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Musical StyleMonalisa Young's version of "Don't Mess With Bill" showcases her soulful vocal style.
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B-side Track InformationThe original single by The Marvelettes included "Anything You Wanna Do" as the B-side track.
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Music Production InformationThe music for "Don't Mess With Bill" was arranged by Paul Riser, and the Funk Brothers provided instrumental backing.
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Artistic InterpretationYoung's rendition of "Don't Mess With Bill" proved her ability to give classic songs a fresh, unique twist.
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