Cherry Oh Baby
Rolling Stones, The · Other Songs - Rolling Stones, The
Don't you know I'm in need of thee
If you don't believe it's true
What have you left me to do
So long I've been waiting
for you to come right in
And now that we are together
Please make my joy run over
Oh oh ee oh ee oh ee oh ee oh
Oh oh ee oh ee oh ee oh ee oh
Yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah
Oh cherry oh cherry oh baby
Don't you know I'm in love with you
If you don't believe I do
Then why don't you try me
I'm never gonna let you down
Never make you wear no frown
You say you love me madly
Then why do you treat me badly
Oh oh ee oh ee oh ee oh ee oh
Oh oh ee oh ee oh ee oh ee oh
Yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah
O ho cherry oh cherry oh baby
You see I'm in love with you
If you don't believe I do
Then why don't you try me
Never gonna to let you down, no
Never make you wear no frown
You say you love me madly
Then why do you treat me badly
Oh oh ee oh ee oh ee oh ee oh
Oh oh ee oh ee oh ee oh ee oh
Yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah
Cherry Oh Baby
Cherry Oh Baby stands as a defining track from The Rolling Stones' early period, showcasing the band's ability to blend bluesy swagger with accessible pop sensibilities. Released during a time when the group was solidifying their reputation for energetic live performances, the song captures the raw, youthful exuberance that characterized their mid-1960s output. While often overshadowed by later anthems, this recording highlights the band's mastery of rhythm and groove, driven by a tight instrumental arrangement that emphasizes their collective chemistry. It remains a staple of their extensive catalogue, reflecting the playful yet gritty tone that helped establish them as one of rock's most enduring acts. The track serves as a reminder of the band's versatility before they fully embraced the heavier, more experimental sounds of their subsequent albums.