You're Sixteen

Ringo Starr · Ringo [1973]

You come on like a dream, peaches and cream

Lips like strawberry wine

You're sixteen, you're beautiful and you're mine



You're all ribbons and curls, ooh, what a girl

Eyes that sparkle and shine

You're sixteen, you're beautiful and you're mine



You're my baby, you're my pet

We fell in love on the night we met

You touched my hand, my heart went pop

Ooh, when we kissed I could not stop



You walked out of my dreams and into my arms

Now you're my angel divine

You're sixteen, you're beautiful and you're mine



[break]



You're my baby, you're my pet

We fell in love on the night we met

You touched my hand, my heart went pop

Ooh, when we kissed I could not stop



You walked out of my dreams, and into my car

Now you're my angel divine

You're sixteen, you're beautiful, and you're mine

You're sixteen, you're beautiful, and you're mine

You're sixteen, so beautiful, and you're mine

All mine, all mine, all mine

All mine, all mine, all mine

You're Sixteen

Ringo Starr's "You're Sixteen" stands as a quintessential example of his early solo work, capturing the vibrant energy of the early 1970s. Released on the album *Ringo [1973]*, the track showcases his signature blend of rock and roll and pop sensibilities, reflecting the carefree spirit of his youth before his later, more mature musical explorations. The song serves as a nostalgic nod to the era, highlighting Starr's ability to craft melodies that resonate with universal themes of growing up and the passage of time. Its enduring appeal lies in its simple yet effective composition, which remains a staple in his discography and a testament to his status as a rock legend.