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Ooo Baby Baby

Smokey Robinson 60's

"Ooo Baby Baby" is a soulful song originally performed in the key of G major and recorded by American singer-songwriter Smokey Robinson. Released in 1965 as a single with The Miracles, it was written by Robinson and fellow Miracles member Pete Moore. The song is known for its heartfelt lyrics and smooth, melodic composition. Over the years, "Ooo Baby Baby" has been covered by numerous artists, including Linda Ronstadt and Ella Fitzgerald, cementing its status as a timeless classic. Fun fact: The song was initially titled "Ooo La La" before Robinson changed it to its current title. The melody of the song is characterized by Robinson's soulful and emotive vocals, combined with delicate instrumentals that enhance the song's romantic atmosphere.

Ooo Baby Baby - Smokey Robinson

F# . . . ( F# G A G )
Ooh la la la la

G E E D b . . . b D b . . . b b a
I did you wrong my heart went out to play
a a b C . . . E F# D
But in the game I lost you
A F# D b A . . . A . . . E A F#
What a price to pay , hey I'm crying

D C4 B . . . A A A G . . .
Ooo baby baby
D C4 B . . . A A A G . . .
Ooo baby baby

B G D b D b b b a
Mistakes I know I've made a few
a b . . . a F# D
But I'm only human
A F# D b A . . . E A F# . . .
You've made mistakes too , I'm crying

D C4 B . . . A A A G . . .
Ooo baby baby
D C4 B . . . A A A G . . .
Ooo baby baby

G A G B G . . . G B A G A
I'm just about at the end of my rope
G G A B F# . . . B A G E A G
But I can't stop trying I can't give up hope
G B . . . B A A B G . . . G G E . . . . G E G E
'Cause I feel that one day I'll hold you near
b C . . . E A F# D
Whisper I still love you
G B B B A B . . . E A F# . . .
Until that day is here I'm crying

D C4 B . . . A A A G . . .
Ooo baby baby
D C4 B . . . A A A G . . .
Ooo baby baby