Shorty Blackwell
The Monkees · Music Box [2008]
Be friends with me! Be friends with me!
Shorty Blackwell, Shorty Blackwell
Be friends with me! Be friends with me!
I'm feeling very bad today
Another cat came in to stay
He's eating all my food
He's speaking very crude
He's gonna change the mood
I'm feeling very bad today
A red balloon got in my way
It followed me around
It never touched the ground
What can I say?
He built a house upon a hill
Ask him if he's happy
And then give him a pill
He's going mad
He bought another car today
Ask him if he's happy
Then turn the other way
He's going mad
He's going mad
He's going mad
Ha's going mad!
H'es going mad!
He's going mad!
He's mad, mad, mad, mad, mad!
I'm feeling very bad today
Another cat came in to stay
He's eating all my food
He's speaking very crude
He's gonna change the mood
Black and shiny, now you've finally
Gotten everything you wanted
And you're taunted by the power
That you really don't want any more
Bah! Bah! More, bah! Bah!
Everybody's talking faster,
'Hurry up, get me a master!
I don't have much time to lose.
And, besides, I'm polishing my shoes.'
Crossing the street
Watching your feet
Or you'll die in a thunderbird light
Wishing with all of your might
That you'd read the newspaper
That you forgot to buy today
How will you know what they do
When they say hey? Hey?
I'm feeling very bad today (I'm feeling bad)
Another girl came by to stay (I love you more)
I can't think of a word
To tell you what I've heard
I've been away
I've been away
I've been away
I've been away
I've been away
I've been away
I am
I am
I am
I am
I am, I
I am
I am, I
I am, I am.....
Shorty Blackwell
Shorty Blackwell stands as a notable song in The Monkees' expansive discography, appearing on the 2008 compilation Music Box. The track reflects the group's enduring ability to blend pop sensibilities with narrative songwriting, a hallmark of their extensive body of work. While the band is often celebrated for their television origins, their musical output spans decades, showcasing versatility across various genres and production styles. This recording contributes to the rich catalogue that has defined The Monkees' legacy, offering listeners a glimpse into their continued relevance beyond their initial era. The song fits within a broader context of the group's exploration of character-driven themes and melodic structures that have resonated with audiences for generations.

