Shop Around
Johnnie Ray · Other Songs - Johnnie Ray
She said,"Son, you're growing up now pretty soon you'll take a bride.
And then she said, "Just because you've become a young man now,
There's still somethings that you don't understand now,
Before you ask some girl for her hand now
Keep your freedom for as long as you can now."
My mama told me, "You better shop around, (shop, shop)
Oh yeah, you better shop around." (shop, shop around)
Ah, there's somethings that I want you to know now.
Just as sure as the winds gonna blow now
The women come and the women gonna go now
Before you tell em that you love em so now.
My mama told me, "You better shop around, (shop, shop)
Oh yeah, you better shop around." (shop, shop around)
A-try to get yourself a bargain son.
Don't be sold on the very first one.
A-pretty girls come a dime a dozen,
A-try to find one who's gonna give you true lovin'
Before you take a girl and say I do, now,
Make sure she's in love with-a you now.
My mama told me, "You better shop around."
Ooh yeah, a-try to get yourself a bargain son.
Don't be sold on the very first one.
A-pretty girls come a dime a dozen,
A-try to find one who's gonna give you true lovin'.
Before you take a girl and say I do, now,
Make sure she's in love with-a you now.
Make sure that her love is true now.
I hate to see you feelin' sad and blue now."
My mama told me, "You better shop around (shop, shop)
Don't let the first one get you
Oh no cause I don't want to see her with you
Before you let her hold you tight, ah yeah make sure shes alright
Before you let her take your hand my son
Understand my son, be a man my son I know you can I love you"
Shop Around
Johnnie Ray's rendition of "Shop Around" captures the emotive intensity that defined his career during the late 1950s. Known for his dramatic delivery and ability to convey deep vulnerability, Ray brought a distinct emotional weight to this popular standard. The recording showcases his signature style, blending pop sensibilities with a touch of theatrical flair that resonated with audiences across the United States. While the song is often associated with other artists in the Motown era, Ray's version highlights his versatility in interpreting contemporary hits through his unique vocal lens. This track remains a testament to his enduring influence on vocal performance and his capacity to transform familiar material into a deeply personal expression.