Pretty Baby
Leon Redbone · Other Songs - Leon Redbone
You hate to have me call you Pretty Baby;
I really thought that I was pleasing you,
For you're just a baby to me.
Your cunning little dimples and your baby stare,
Your baby talk and baby walk and curly hair;
Your baby smile makes life worth while,
You're just as sweet as you can be.
Your mother says you were the cutest kid;
No wonder, dearie, that I'm wild about you,
And all the cunning things you said and did.
Why, I love to fondly recall,
Ann just like Peter Pan, it seems you'll always be
The same sweet, cunning, Little Baby dear to me.
And that is why I'm sure that I will always love you best of all.
Everybody loves a baby that's why I'm in love with you,
Pretty Baby, Pretty Baby;
And I'd to be your sister, brother, dad and mother too,
Pretty Baby, Pretty Baby.
Won't you come and let me rock you in my cradle of love,
And we'll cuddle all the time.
Oh! I want a Lovin' Baby and it might as well be you,
Pretty Baby of mine.
Pretty Baby - Leon Redbone
Leon Redbone's "Pretty Baby" stands as a defining track in the evolution of country music, blending traditional storytelling with a distinctive, soulful vocal delivery. Released during the late 1960s, the song exemplifies Redbone's unique ability to merge the acoustic warmth of the country genre with the rhythmic pulse of R&B and rock and roll. The recording captures a pivotal moment in his career, showcasing his signature slide guitar work and emotive singing style that would become hallmarks of his discography. As one of his most recognizable contributions, the song reflects the era's cross-genre experimentation and cemented his reputation as an artist who could seamlessly navigate between regional and mainstream audiences. Its enduring appeal lies in its authentic emotional resonance and the timeless quality of its composition, making it a staple in collections of classic country and rockabilly recordings.