No No Song
Ringo Starr · Goodnight Vienna [1974]
Huh-huh! Huh-huh
(Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah)
(Aye-aye-aye-aye)
A lady that I know just came from Columbia
She smiled because I did not understand
Then she held out some marijuana, uh huh
She said it was the best in all the land
And I said
"No, no, no, no, I don't smoke it no more
I'm tired of waking up on the floor
No, thank you, please, it only makes me sneeze
And then it makes it hard to find the door"
(ah-ah-aye-aye)
A woman that I know just came from Majorca, Spain
She smiled because I did not understand (Parazzi! Parazzi!) (Ole!)
Then she held out a ten pound bag of cocaine
She said it was the finest in the land
And I said
"No, no, no, no, I don't (sniff) it no more
I'm tired of waking up on the floor
No, thank you, please, it only makes me sneeze
And then it makes it hard to find the door"
(aye-aye-aye-aye)
(aye-aye-aye-aye)
(aye-aye-aye-aye)
(aye-aye-aye)
A man that I know just came from Nashville, Tennessee, oo, (Oh no!)
He smiled because I did not understand
Then he held out some moonshine whiskey, oh ho
He said it was the best in all the land (And he wasn't joking!)
And I said
"No, no, no, no, I don't drink it no more
I'm tired of waking up on the floor
No, thank you, please, it only makes me sneeze
And then it makes it hard to find the door"
Well, I said
"No, no, no, no, I can't take it no more
I'm tired of waking up on the floor
No, thank you, please, it only makes me sneeze
And then it makes it hard to find the door"
Hey yeh!
"I'll just have another drink, barman, have you got a large brandy?"
(Ah-ah-ah-ah-ah)
(Aye-aye-aye-aye)
A lady that I know just came from Columbia
She smiled because I did not understand
Then she held out some marijuana, uh huh
She said it was the best in all the land
And I said
"No, no, no, no, I don't smoke it no more
I'm tired of waking up on the floor
No, thank you, please, it only makes me sneeze
And then it makes it hard to find the door"
(ah-ah-aye-aye)
A woman that I know just came from Majorca, Spain
She smiled because I did not understand (Parazzi! Parazzi!) (Ole!)
Then she held out a ten pound bag of cocaine
She said it was the finest in the land
And I said
"No, no, no, no, I don't (sniff) it no more
I'm tired of waking up on the floor
No, thank you, please, it only makes me sneeze
And then it makes it hard to find the door"
(aye-aye-aye-aye)
(aye-aye-aye-aye)
(aye-aye-aye-aye)
(aye-aye-aye)
A man that I know just came from Nashville, Tennessee, oo, (Oh no!)
He smiled because I did not understand
Then he held out some moonshine whiskey, oh ho
He said it was the best in all the land (And he wasn't joking!)
And I said
"No, no, no, no, I don't drink it no more
I'm tired of waking up on the floor
No, thank you, please, it only makes me sneeze
And then it makes it hard to find the door"
Well, I said
"No, no, no, no, I can't take it no more
I'm tired of waking up on the floor
No, thank you, please, it only makes me sneeze
And then it makes it hard to find the door"
Hey yeh!
"I'll just have another drink, barman, have you got a large brandy?"
No No Song
Recorded in 1974, "No No Song" stands as a standout track from Ringo Starr's album Goodnight Vienna. The recording captures Starr's signature blend of rockabilly rhythm and melodic pop sensibility, showcasing his versatility beyond his work with The Beatles. Released during a period where Starr was actively pursuing a solo career, the song reflects the energetic style of the early 1970s. It features a driving beat and Starr's characteristic vocal delivery, serving as a testament to his ability to craft engaging music that resonates with fans of classic rock and roll. The track remains a notable example of his solo output from this era.