The prompt from Jim this week is to find a song that features one or more of the words: Ghost/Pumpkin/Trick/Treat/Witch.
What goes with Pumpkin Pie? Apples and Peaches of course! The song I chose today is “Apples, Peaches, Pumpkin Pie” by Jay and the Techniques. The song was recorded in 1967 in New York with Jay Proctor singing lead with Melba Moore, Nick Ashford, and Valerie Simpson providing the background vocals.
Producer Jerry Ross used session musicians for the recording. The band was not used in the studio because Ross felt they did not read music well enough to handle the studio recording.
Please check out The Story Behind: Jay and the Techniques, “Apples, Peaches, Pumpkin Pie” here on Rebeat Magazine. It covers the creation of the group as well as the history behind the song.
Lyrics from Oldielyrics.com
Ready or not here I come
Gee that used to be such fun
Apples peaches pumpkin pie
Who’s afraid to holler I?
That’s a game we used to play.
Hide and seek was its name.
Oh ready or not, here I come,
Gee that used to be such fun.
I always used to find a hiding place,
Times have changed.
Well I’m one step behind you, but still I can’t find you.
Apple peaches pumpkin pie,
You were young and so was I.
Now that we’ve grown up it seems
You just keep ignoring me.
I’ll find you anywhere you go,
I’ll follow you high and low.
You can’t escape this love of mine anytime.
Well, I’ll sneak up behind you,
Be careful where I find you.
Apple peaches pumpkin pie,
Soon your love will be all mine.
Then I’m gonna take you home,
Marry you so you won’t roam.
Marry you so you won’t roam. Right now
I’ll find you anywhere you go,
I’m gonna look high and low.
You can’t escape this love of mine anytime.
Well, I’ll sneak up behind you,
Be careful where I find you.
Ready or not here I come,
Gee that used to be such fun
[Repeat And Fade]
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Well that’s the first time I ever heard that, and probably the last time too. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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It is a song from my era and one I remember fondly.
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This was the first song that came to mind when I read the prompt. 🙂
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That’s a new one to me, Pete.
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It was a big hit here. Strangely enough, it was on the Motown label, and was written by Holland, Dozier, Holland.
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I don’t remember your song but it’s great that it is special to you. I do remember Pete’s one by R Dean Taylor.💜
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It was from my era, Willow. Not sure if it played well outside the US.
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New to me, but nice music, thanks for participating again Maggie.
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That surprised me, Jim.
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Nice selection Maggie! I used that earlier in the summer when the prompt was “Cake, Pie, and Treats” I think. Such a fun song! Good times!
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At least you have heard it before! Ha!
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That’s a great song! Always liked it…
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I was surprised how many had not heard this song, John.
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It didn’t get a whole lot of play after it left the Top 40, more’s the pity.
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I hadn’t heard that one before but it was good. Thanks for sharing with us! ☺️
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Oh YEAH! that was a good one for sure! I’m so glad you posted the video because the choreographed dancing was always as much fun as the song! The Temptations come to mind first for that! Lol…..
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I am glad you recognized the song, Nancy. I was surprised so many did not. Yes, the dance was unique to that time period.
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Does that mean we are much older than those people??!! Lol…..me, especially!!
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Some of us are of a certain age…
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Absolutely remember that one. The clothing is priceless too. Thanks.
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It was a great song from a great era.
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Great choice, Maggie! 🙂
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Thanks, Lisa. 😄
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🙂
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