Buddy Holly(September 7, 1936 - February 3, 1959) was a Texan singer-songwriterand is considered one of the founding fathers of rock 'n' roll, as well as one of its most influential artists. Although his career was cut short, his body of work is considered some of the best in rock music history and his music would influence not only many of his recording contemporaries, but also the future direction music would take. Sixties rock bands such as The Beatlesand The Rolling Stoneshave cited him as one of their favorite musicians. Holly's music was sophisticated for its day, including the use of instruments considered novel for rock and roll, such as the celesta (heard on Everyday). Holly was an influential lead and rhythm guitarist, notably on songs such as Peggy Sueand Not Fade Away.
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Midnight Shift Lyrics
Buddy Holly
If you see old Annie better give her a lift
cause Annie's been a-workin on a midnight shift
If Annie puts her hair up on her head
paints them lips up bright, bright red
wears that dress that fits real tight
starts stayin' out 'til the middle of the night
says that a friend gave her a lift
well, Annie's been workin' on a midnight shift
If she acts a little funny - seems a little strange
starts spendin' your money for brand new things
tells you that she wants to use the car
never explains what she wants it for
brother, there just ain't no ifs?
cause Annie's been workin' on a midnight shift
Early in the morning when the sun comes up
you look at old Annie and she looks kinda rough
you tell her honey, get on out of that bed?
she says leave me alone - I'm just about dead?
brother, there just ain't no ifs?
cause Annie's been workin' on a midnight shift
If you got a good mama that's stayin' at home
you'd better enjoy it - cause it won't last long
when you think everything's all right
she starts slippin' round in the middle of the night
brother, there just ain't no ifs?
cause Annie's been workin' on a midnight shift