About The Song
“Love Potion Number 9” is a song by The Searchers, originally written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller. The Searchers released their cover of the song in 1964, and it became one of their popular hits. Here are some details about the song:
Title: Love Potion Number 9
Artist: The Searchers
Release Date: 1964
Album: It’s the Searchers
Label: Kapp Records
Writers: Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller
Genre: Rock and Roll, Pop
Background: “Love Potion Number 9” was originally written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller and first recorded by The Clovers in 1959. The Searchers’ cover, released in 1964, gave the song renewed popularity during the British Invasion. The lyrics tell the humorous story of a man seeking a love potion to improve his romantic fortunes.
Musical Style: The Searchers’ rendition of “Love Potion Number 9” features a rock and roll and pop sound typical of the 1960s. The song is characterized by its catchy melody, upbeat tempo, and the distinctive jangling guitar sound that was a hallmark of The Searchers’ style.
Chart Performance: The Searchers’ version of “Love Potion Number 9” performed well on the charts. It reached the top ten in both the United States and the United Kingdom, showcasing the international appeal of the song.
Legacy: The song remains one of The Searchers’ most recognizable hits and is often included in compilations of 1960s rock and pop music. Its enduring popularity is a testament to its catchy and infectious quality.
Cultural Impact: “Love Potion Number 9” has been covered by various artists over the years and has been featured in films and TV shows. Its inclusion in popular culture has contributed to the song’s continued relevance.
Awards: While the song didn’t receive major music awards, its chart success and enduring popularity have solidified its place as a classic of the 1960s British Invasion era.
“Love Potion Number 9” by The Searchers remains a lively and enjoyable example of the band’s contribution to the 1960s music scene. Its catchy melody and playful lyrics continue to resonate with fans of the British Invasion sound and the broader rock and pop audience.
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Lyrics
“Love Potion No. 9”
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You know that gypsy with the gold-capped tooth
She’s got a pad down on Thirty-Fourth and Vine
Sellin’ little bottles of Love Potion No. 9I told her that I was a flop with chicks
I’ve been this way since 1956
She looked at my palm, and she made a magic sign
She said, what you need is Love Potion No. 9She bent down and turned around and gave me a wink
She said, I’m gonna make it up right here in the sink
It smelled like turpentine, it looked like Indian ink
I held my nose, I closed my eyes, I took a drink
I didn’t know if it was day or night
I started kissin’ everything in sight
But when I kissed that cop down at Thirty-Fourth and Vine
He broke my little bottle of Love Potion No. 9
I held my nose, I closed my eyes, I took a drink
I didn’t know if it was day or night
I started kissin’ everything in sight
But when I kissed that cop down at Thirty-Fourth and Vine
He broke my little bottle of Love Potion No. 9
Love Potion No. 9
Love Potion No. 9
Love Potion No. 9