Not That Way At All
Hollies · The Hollies At Abbey Road (1966-1970) [1998]
When I was a kid I had a rocking horse
Rocking to and fro, high and low
Where we'd go, no one'd know
Dozens of tin soldiers were at my command
Dressed in red, dressed in blue
Each command always followed through
But now it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
Now I've changed and I have aged
Left here with just memories
How I wish to be young again
But it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
But no, it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
When I was a kid, I had a rocking horse
Rocking to and fro, high and low
Where we'd go, no one'd know
But it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
Rocking to and fro, high and low
Where we'd go, no one'd know
Dozens of tin soldiers were at my command
Dressed in red, dressed in blue
Each command always followed through
But now it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
Now I've changed and I have aged
Left here with just memories
How I wish to be young again
But it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
But no, it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
When I was a kid, I had a rocking horse
Rocking to and fro, high and low
Where we'd go, no one'd know
But it's not that way at all
No, it's not that way at all
Not That Way At All
Hollies' "Not That Way At All" stands as a quintessential example of mid-1960s British Invasion pop, capturing the band's signature blend of harmonies and driving rhythms. Recorded during their prolific period at Abbey Road, the track exemplifies the polished production and melodic sophistication that defined their work between 1966 and 1970. As a staple of their discography, the song showcases the group's ability to craft catchy, emotionally resonant pop anthems that resonated with audiences across the globe. Its enduring appeal lies in its clean arrangement and the seamless interplay of the vocal group, cementing Hollies' legacy as one of the era's most influential acts.