Carrie Anne
Hollies · Clarke Hicks & Nash Years [2011]
When we were at school our games were simple
I played a janitor, you played a monitor
Then you played with older boys and prefects
What's the attraction in what they're doing
Hey Carrie Anne, what's your game now, can anybody play
Hey Carrie Anne, what's your game now, can anybody play
You were always something special to me
Quite independent, never caring
You lost you're charm as you were ageing
Where is your magic disappearing
Hey Carrie Anne, what's your game now, can anybody play
Hey Carrie Anne, what's your game now, can anybody play
You're so, so like a woman to me (so like a woman to me)
So, (so), so (so) like a woman to me ( like a woman to me)
Hey Carrie Anne, what's your game now, can anybody play
Hey Carrie Anne, what's your game now, can anybody play
People live and learn, but you're still learning
You use my mind and I'll be your teacher
When the lesson's over, you'll be with me
Then I'll hear the other people saying
Hey Carrie Anne, what's your game now, can anybody play
Hey Carrie Anne, what's your game now, can anybody play
Carrie Anne
Carrie Anne
Carrie Anne
Carrie Anne
Hollies' "Carrie Anne" stands as a quintessential example of their mid-1960s British Invasion pop sound, characterized by tight harmonies and driving rhythms. Released on the Clarke Hicks & Nash Years compilation, the track exemplifies the band's signature style of upbeat, danceable material that defined their era. The song features the group's signature vocal arrangement, blending male and female voices to create a rich, layered texture typical of their greatest hits. As a staple of their discography, "Carrie Anne" captures the infectious energy and melodic sophistication that made Hollies a prominent force in the UK charts during the early 1960s. Its enduring appeal lies in its catchy structure and the seamless integration of the band's vocal talents, making it a representative recording of their peak popularity.