Lightnin' Strikes

Lou Christie

About Lightnin' Strikes

"Lightnin' Strikes" is a song written by Lou Christie and Twyla Herbert, and recorded by Christie on the MGM label. It was a hit in 1966, making it first to No. 1 in Canada in January 1966 on the RPM Top Singles chart, then to No. 1 in the U. S. on the Billboard Hot 100 in February, No. 3 on the New Zealand Listener chart in May, and No. 11 on the UK Record Retailer chart. RIAA certification on March 3, 1966, garnering gold status for selling over one million copies.


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Listen to me, baby, you gotta understand (ma-me-aah, ooh)
You're old enough to know the makings of a man (ma-me-aah, ooh)
Listen to me, baby, it's hard to settle down (ma-me-aah, ooh)
Am I asking too much for you to stick around (ma-me-aah, ooh)

Every boy wants a girl
He can trust to the very end
Baby, that's you
Won't you wait but 'til then?

When I see lips beggin' to be kissed (stop)
I can't stop (stop) I can't stop myself (stop, stop)
Lightning is striking again
Lightning is striking again

Nature's takin' over my one-track mind (ma-me-aah, ooh)
Believe it or not, you're in my heart all the time (ma-me-aah, ooh)
All the girls are sayin' that you'll end up a fool (ma-me-aah, ooh)
For the time being, baby, live by my rules (ma-me-aah, ooh)

When I settle down
I want one baby on my mind
Forgive and forget
And I'll make up for all lost time

If she's put together fine and she's readin' my mind (stop)
I can't stop (stop) I can't stop myself (stop, stop)
Lightning is striking again
Lightning is striking again and again and again and again

(Ma-me-aah, ooh)
(Ma-me-aah, ooh)
(Ma-me-aah, ooh)

Lightning is striking again
Lightning is striking again

There's a chapel in the pines
Waiting for us around the bend
Picture in your mind
Love forever, but 'til then

If she gives me a sign that she wants to make time (stop)
I can't stop (stop) I can't stop myself (stop, stop)

Lightning is striking again
Lightning is striking again and again and again and again
Lightning is striking again and again and again and again

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Lou Christie

Luigi Alfredo Giovanni Sacco (born February 19, 1943), known professionally as Lou Christie, is an American singer-songwriter best known for three separate strings of pop hits in the 1960s, including his 1966 hit, "Lightnin' Strikes", and his three octave vocal range. more »

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Written by: LOU CHRISTIE, TWYLA HERBERT

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14 facts about this song

Song Release
"Lightnin' Strikes" was released in December 1965 by Lou Christie, an American singer-songwriter.
Chart Topping Performance
The song was a major success, hitting number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in February 1966.
Song's Writer
Lou Christie co-wrote "Lightnin' Strikes" with his longtime songwriting partner, Twyla Herbert.
Specific Genre
The song, known for its soaring falsetto vocals, falls under the 'pop' genre, specifically 'bubblegum pop'.
Featured Album
"Lightnin' Strikes" was also the title track of Lou Christie's 1966 album.
Unique Difference
The song had a significantly different sound from other popular music of its time due to Christie's vocal performance, particularly his use of falsetto.
Cultural Impact
"Lightnin' Strikes" has been covered by numerous artists across various genres since its release, attesting to its lasting cultural impact.
Produciton Team
The record was produced by Charles Calello, a renowned music producer and arranger.
Additional Charts
Besides the US, the song also performed well in Canada, reaching number one in the RPM 100 national singles survey.
Rejection Controversy
Despite being a major hit, "Lightnin' Strikes" was initially rejected by Christie's label, MGM Records, due to concerns about its lyrical content.
Longevity
Over five decades after its release, "Lightnin' Strikes" continues to receive airplay on oldies radio stations, highlighting its enduring popularity.
Gender Roles Discussion
The song, lyrically, discusses the struggle of a man to resist the seductive allure of various women, reflecting the societal expectations and gender roles of its time.
Hall of Fame
"Lightnin' Strikes" is included in the BMI list of songs that have received over a million radio plays.
Song's Closure
The song is notable for its dramatic ending, where Christie's falsetto vocals are overlaid with thunder sound effects.

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