Maybelline
Jerry Lee Lewis · Other Songs - Jerry Lee Lewis
You've started back doin' the things you used to do
As I was motivatin' over the hill I saw Maybelline in a Coupe de Ville
Cadillac rollin' on an open road but nothin' outrun my V8 Ford
Cadillac doin' about ninety-five bumper to bumper rollin' side to side
Maybelline why can't you be true...
Well the Cadillac pulled up ahead of the Ford
The Ford got hot and wouldn't do no more
It done got cloudy and started to rain I tooted my
horn for the passin' lane
The rain water poured up under my motor hood
I knew that were doin' my motor good
Maybelline why can't you be true...
[ piano - guitar ]
Well the motor cooled down the heat went down and
And that's when I heard that highway sound
Cadillac lookin' like a ton of lead a hundred and ten a half a mile ahead
Cadillac lookin' like it's sittin' still I caught Maybelline
at the top of the hill
Maybelline why can't you be true...
Oh Maybelline Maybelline Maybelline Maybelline...
Maybelline
Jerry Lee Lewis's 'Maybelline' stands as a definitive track from his early rock and roll period, capturing the raw energy that defined his explosive piano style. Recorded during the height of his initial fame, the song showcases his ability to blend country storytelling with the driving rhythms of rock. While often overshadowed by his more famous hits, this recording highlights his versatility and the distinctive vocal delivery that made him a cornerstone of the genre. The track remains a vital part of his extensive discography, reflecting the musical landscape of the late 1950s and early 1960s. It serves as a testament to Lewis's enduring influence on rock music, demonstrating how his dynamic performances could elevate standard material into memorable classics.