The Jackson 5 – Sugar Daddy: A Dash of Innocence in a Motown Groove
In the vibrant tapestry of Motown music, The Jackson 5 stand out as a group that redefined the sound of a generation. Their youthful energy, infectious melodies, and Michael Jackson’s unparalleled vocals captivated audiences worldwide.
Background
Released in 1971 on their third studio album, “Maybe Tomorrow,” “Sugar Daddy” arrived amidst a string of chart-topping hits like “I Want You Back” and “ABC.”
The narrative revolves around a young girl’s playful pursuit of a “sugar daddy,” a lighthearted term for an older man who showers her with gifts.
The lyrics, penned by the songwriting team known as The Corporation (Berry Gordy, Freddie Perren, Alphonzo Mizell, and Deke Richards).
“Sugar Daddy” may not be one of The Jackson 5’s most commercially successful songs, but it offers a valuable glimpse into their early evolution.
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Lyrics
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Ooo, brand new boots I bought youFine, fine blew your mindFinally thought I caught youAnd your love was mine all mineI see you walk by with other guysStep, step, steppin’ on my toesThe whole town’s talkin’ about how I’m?Your stand by Santa ClausI knew your kisses thrilled meShowed love in your angel eyesThe devil in you kills meBut I made up my mindI’m gonna be your sugar daddyGive you honey all my moneyWell L.A. to CincinnatiThat’s how far I’d crawl for youOh baby, I’ll be your sugar daddyGive you kissin’ when it’s missin’ yeahOh baby, I’ll try to keep you happy‘Cause I got a sweet tooth for your loveS U G, listen to me, listen to meA R, what it is? What it is now?D A D D Y, spells I’m your good thingKing of Fools they crown meAnd that crown just fits me to a T‘Cause you only come around meJust to pick up what you needYou just play on my emotionsWith please, please, pretty pleaseWell everybody’s got the notionI’m your good will industryHe’s driving me nutsWhile I’m givin’ you the candyHe’s gettin’ all your love