Good Golly, Miss Molly
Little Richard
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Good Golly Miss Molly, sure like a ball. Good Golly Miss Molly, sure like a ball. When you're rocking and a rolling can't hear your momma call. From the early, early morning till the early, early night You can see Miss Molly rocking at the house of blue lights. Good golly, Miss Molly, sure like a ball. When you're rocking and a rolling can't hear your momma call. Well, now momma, poppa told me: "Son, you better watch your step. "If I knew my momma, poppa, have to watch my dad myself. Good golly, Miss Molly, sure like a ball. When you're rocking and a rolling can't hear your momma call. I am going to the corner, gonna buy a diamond ring. Would you pardon me if it's a nineteen carat golden thing. Good golly, Miss Molly, sure like a ball. When you're rocking and a rolling can't hear your momma call. Good golly, Miss Molly, sure like a ball. Good golly, Miss Molly, sure like a ball. When you're rocking and a rolling can't hear your momma call
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Written by: John S. Marascalco, Robert Alexander Blackwell
Lyrics © COHEN AND COHEN, Peermusic Publishing
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13 facts about this song
Historic Relevance"Good Golly, Miss Molly" is a significant song in rock 'n' roll history since it's one of the major hits by rock 'n' roll legend Little Richard.
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Composer CreditsThe song was composed by Little Richard (Richard Penniman) and Robert 'Bumps' Blackwell, who was a songwriter, record producer, and A&R man for Specialty Records.
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Release YearIt was released in 1958 under the Specialty Records label.
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Chart RoutesUpon its release, the song gained popularity rapidly and peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard pop chart and No. 4 on the R&B chart.
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Cultural InfluenceThe phrase "Good golly, Miss Molly" has become a part of popular culture, making appearances in various forms of media, from song lyrics to movie dialogues.
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Appearances in FilmsThe song was featured in several films, including "Predator" (1987), "The Girl Can't Help It" (1956), and "King Creole" (1958).
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Song InspirationThe concept for the song came from the popular 1950s dance parties called "house rent parties," where African American tenants who were threatened with eviction would throw a party and charge an entrance fee to raise the rent money.
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Distinctive EnergyLittle Richard's distinctive energetic performance and the song's catchy rhythm make it one of the unforgettable tracks of the early rock 'n' roll era.
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Celebrated CoversThe song has been covered by numerous artists, including Creedence Clearwater Revival, The Swinging Blue Jeans, and Bruce Springsteen, demonstrating its long-lasting popularity.
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Influence on Other ArtistsThe song influenced many rock artists, including Elvis Presley and the Beatles, who have cited Little Richard as a key influence on their music.
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Live Appearances"Good Golly, Miss Molly" was a regular part of Little Richard's live performances, often resulting in wild audience reactions.
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Significance in Music HistoryThe song is considered a landmark in the development of rock 'n' roll and is included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's list of the "500 Songs That Shaped Rock and Roll."
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Racial Impact"Good Golly, Miss Molly" helped to break down racial barriers in music, reaching a wide audience across racial lines in a time when racial segregation was common in America.
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