Carl Perkins – Honey Don’t
“Honey Don’t” is a rockabilly song written by Carl Perkins and originally recorded by him in 1956. The song was a major hit for Perkins, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number two on the UK Singles Chart. It has since been covered by many artists, including The Beatles, Elvis Presley, and Buddy Holly.
Background and composition
“Honey Don’t” was written by Carl Perkins in 1956. The song was inspired by Perkins’ own experience with his wife, Valda. Perkins was worried that Valda would leave him if he didn’t get his act together, so he wrote the song as a plea for her to stay.
The song’s lyrics are simple, yet effective, and they speak to the universal experience of love and loss. The song is also notable for its catchy melody and driving beat.
Recording and production
“Honey Don’t” was recorded in 1956 at the Sun Records studio in Memphis, Tennessee. The song was produced by Sam Phillips.
The recording features Carl Perkins on vocals and guitar. Perkins is accompanied by his band, The Blue Suede Shoes, which features Jay Perkins on guitar, Clayton Perkins on bass, and W.S. Holland on drums.
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“Honey Don’t” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was written by Carl Perkins and originally recorded by him in 1956.
- The song was a major hit for Perkins, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and number two on the UK Singles Chart.
- “Honey Don’t” has been covered by many artists, including The Beatles, Elvis Presley, and Buddy Holly.