Excuse Me Baby
Rick Nelson · Rick Nelson Sings for You [Imperial] [1963]
Excuse me baby, but you're looking mighty fine
Excuse me baby, if I'm talkin' out of line
Well the way you talk and the way you twist around
You've got me lookin' and I just can't make a sound
Excuse me baby, but you're lookin' good to me.
Hey hey sweet thing, I don't your name
I love you pretty baby, I hope you feel the same
When the rightime comes and I want you around
Well come on baby, don't you dare let me down.
Excuse me baby, turn those pretty eyes my way
Yeah if I could hold you honey, I'd mould you in my arms like clay
I'd never ever let you out of my sight
Come mornin', noon, evenin', daylight or night.
Excuse me baby, that's how I'm feelin', wrong or right...
Excuse Me Baby
Rick Nelson's 1963 recording of "Excuse Me Baby" stands as a quintessential example of his smooth, crooning style that defined the late 1950s and early 1960s. Released on Imperial Records, the track showcases Nelson's signature blend of pop sensibility and vocal warmth, characteristic of his work during this transitional period in rock and roll history. The song reflects the era's emphasis on romantic balladry and polished production, capturing the sound of a young artist navigating the shift from rockabilly to more mature pop interpretations. As part of his broader discography, this recording highlights Nelson's ability to deliver catchy melodies with understated charisma, cementing his reputation as a leading figure in the genre's evolution.