Candy
Tom Petty · Mojo [2010]
I don't go for them turnip greens
I sure like that candy
I don't go for them turnip greens
So when you put it on the table
Oh mama think about me
Well I don't drink coca cola
But I sure like the ol' moonshine
Well I don't drink coca cola
But I sure like the ol' moonshine
Yeah we drink it from a fruit jar
With my little baby by my side
Well I don't much like walkin'
But I love my Eldorado ride
I ain't never cared a thing about walkin'
But I love my Eldorado ride
Yeah we run it round the cornfield
With my little baby by my side
I sure like that candy
I don't go for them turnip greens
I sure like that candy
I don't go for them turnip greens
So when you put it on the table
Oh mama think about me
I sure like that candy
Candy
Tom Petty's "Candy" appears on his 2010 album Mojo, a record that marked a distinct shift toward a bluesier, more soulful sound. Produced by Rick Rubin, the album features a stripped-down arrangement that highlights Petty's vocal delivery and the band's tight interplay. The track reflects the mature songwriting and rhythmic groove characteristic of this era in his discography. While Petty is often celebrated for his classic rock anthems, this recording showcases his ability to navigate slower, more introspective tempos. The song stands as a testament to his enduring influence and willingness to explore different textures within his body of work, offering a moment of melodic reflection amidst the album's broader sonic landscape.