Baby, Let's Play House

Tom Petty · Other Songs - Tom Petty

Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, no, no

Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby

Come back baby, I wanna play house with you



Well, you may go to college

You may go to school

You may have a pink Cadillac

But don't you be nobody's fool



Now baby, come back baby

Come, come back baby, come

Yeah, come back baby

I wanna play house with you



Well, listen to me baby

Try to understand

I'd rather see you dead little girl

Than to be with another man



My baby, come back baby

Come, come back baby, come

Yeah, come back baby

I wanna play house with you



Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby

Baby, baby, baby

Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby

Come back here, I wanna play house with you



Well, you may go to college

You may go to school

You may have a pink Cadillac

But don't you be nobody's fool



Now baby, come back baby

Come, come back baby, come

Yeah come back baby

I wanna play house with you, yes



Well, listen to me baby

There's one thing you should know

Come on back and let's play a little house

And we can act like we did before



Baby, come back baby, come

Come back baby, come

Come back baby, I wanna play house with you



Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, moo, moo, moo

Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby

Come back baby, I wanna play house with you

Come back baby, I wanna play house with you

Baby, Let's Play House

Tom Petty's 'Baby, Let's Play House' stands as a quintessential example of his mid-1980s rock sound, blending bluesy riffs with a driving rhythm section that defined the era. Recorded during the height of his solo career, the track captures the raw energy and melodic sophistication characteristic of Petty's work, featuring his distinctive vocal delivery and songwriting prowess. The composition reflects the band's ability to craft anthems that resonate with both casual listeners and dedicated fans, showcasing a blend of pop sensibilities and rock grit. As a standalone recording, it exemplifies the enduring appeal of Petty's catalog, offering a snapshot of his musical evolution and the collaborative spirit that often underpinned his recordings.