About the song
Alright, let’s dive into the classic sounds of The Mamas & The Papas and their iconic hit, “Monday, Monday” (1966).
Now, for those of you who might be a little younger, let me tell you, this song was everywhere back in the day. It was one of those tunes that just completely captured the spirit of the ’60s – that blend of folk-rock with those beautiful, soaring harmonies. The Mamas & The Papas had this knack for creating music that was both catchy and complex, and “Monday, Monday” is a perfect example of that.
The song starts off with this almost melancholic feel, doesn’t it? You get that sense of the ‘Monday blues’ right from the first few notes. But then, the music picks up, and those harmonies kick in, and suddenly, it’s like the sun’s come out. It’s quite brilliant how they manage to capture that shift in mood.
And speaking of harmonies, can we talk about those voices for a minute? The Mamas & The Papas were masters of vocal arrangements. The way their voices blend and intertwine is just magical. You’ve got Denny Doherty taking the lead on this one, and his voice is so clear and expressive. And then you have Michelle Phillips, Cass Elliot, and John Phillips weaving in and out with those backing vocals, creating this rich tapestry of sound. It’s the kind of vocal work that really sends shivers down your spine.
But it’s not just the vocals that make this song special. The instrumentation is fantastic too. You’ve got that driving acoustic guitar, the subtle use of the keyboard, and those little flourishes of percussion that just add to the overall texture. It’s all so perfectly balanced.
Now, I know some folks might think “Monday, Monday” is just a simple pop song, but I think there’s more to it than that. If you really listen to the lyrics, there’s a certain wistfulness there, a sense of longing. It’s a song about the passage of time, about how quickly life can slip away. And I think that’s something we can all relate to, no matter what age we are.
So, if you’re looking for a song that’s both beautiful and thought-provoking, a song that perfectly captures the spirit of the ’60s, then you can’t go wrong with “Monday, Monday” by The Mamas & The Papas. It’s a true classic, and it’s one of those songs that I think will continue to resonate with listeners for generations to come.
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Lyrics
Bah-da bah-da-da-da
Bah-da bah-da-da-da
Bah-da bah-da-da-daMonday, Monday, so good to me
Monday mornin’, it was all I hoped it would be
Oh Monday mornin’, Monday mornin’ couldn’t guarantee
That Monday evenin’ you would still be here with meMonday, Monday, can’t trust that day
Monday, Monday, sometimes it just turns out that way
Oh Monday mornin’ you gave me no warnin’ of what was to be
Oh Monday, Monday, how could you leave and not take meEvery other day, every other day
Every other day of the week is fine, yeah
But whenever Monday comes, but whenever Monday comes
A-you can find me cryin’ all of the timeMonday, Monday, so good to me
Monday mornin’, it was all I hoped it would be
But Monday mornin’, Monday mornin’ couldn’t guarantee
That Monday evenin’ you would still be here with meEvery other day, every other day
Every other day of the week is fine, yeah (yeah)
But whenever Monday comes, but whenever Monday comes
A-you can find me cryin’ all of the timeMonday, Monday, can’t trust that day
Monday, Monday, it just turns out that way
Oh Monday, Monday, won’t go away
Monday, Monday, it’s here to stay
Oh Monday, Monday
Oh Monday, Monday