Roy Orbison – Ooby Dooby

About the song

Ooby Dooby

Written by Roy Orbison and Wade Moore

Recorded by Roy Orbison and The Teen Kings

Released in 1956

“Ooby Dooby” is a rock and roll song written by Roy Orbison and Wade Moore. It was recorded by Orbison and his band The Teen Kings in 1956 and released as a single on Sun Records. The song was a regional hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in Nashville, Tennessee.

“Ooby Dooby” is a classic example of early rock and roll. It features a driving beat, catchy melody, and Orbison’s distinctive vocals. The song’s lyrics are simple but effective, telling the story of a young man who is in love with a girl named Ooby Dooby.

The song was a major influence on other rock and roll musicians, including Buddy Holly, The Beatles, and The Rolling Stones. It has been covered by many artists, including Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, and The Everly Brothers.

“Ooby Dooby” is a rock and roll classic that has stood the test of time. It is a fun, energetic song that is sure to get you moving. If you are a fan of early rock and roll, then you need to check out “Ooby Dooby”.

Some interesting facts about the song:

  • The song was originally written as a ballad, but Orbison sped it up and added a rock and roll beat.
  • The song’s title is a nonsense word that Orbison came up with.
  • The song was featured in the 1987 film “La Bamba”.

If you enjoyed this song, you might also like:

  • “Rock and Roll Music” by Chuck Berry
  • “That’ll Be the Day” by Buddy Holly
  • “Tutti Frutti” by Little Richard

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Lyrics

Hey baby, jump over hereWhen you do the ooby dooby, I want to be near
Ooby dooby, ooby doobyOoby dooby, ooby doobyOoby dooby, ooby dooby, ooby doobyDooby dooby doo wah, doo wah, doo wah
Well, ya wriggle to the left, you wriggle to the rightYou do the ooby dooby with all of your might
Ooby dooby, ooby doobyOoby dooby, ooby doobyOoby dooby, ooby dooby, ooby doobyDooby dooby doo wah, doo wah, doo wah
Well, ya wriggle and ya shake, like a big rattlesnakeYa do the ooby dooby ’till ya think your heart’ll break
Ooby dooby, ooby doobyOoby dooby, ooby doobyOoby dooby, ooby dooby, ooby doobyDooby dooby doo wah, doo wah, doo wah
Well you’ll be a struttin’ ’cause now ya knowHow to do the ooby dooby now baby let’s go
Ooby dooby, ooby doobyOoby dooby, ooby doobyOoby dooby, ooby dooby, ooby doobyDooby dooby doo wah, doo wah, doo wah