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About The Song
Please Mr. Postman is a classic Motown song released in 1961 by the girl group, The Marvelettes. It marked a significant milestone for both the group and the label, becoming Motown’s first number-one hit on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
The song’s lyrics express the longing and anticipation of a young woman waiting for a love letter from her boyfriend. The repetitive plea to the postman to hurry up with the mail captures the eager and hopeful mood of the singer. The simple yet catchy melody, combined with the soulful vocals of the Marvelettes, made the song an instant hit.
“Please Mr. Postman” was written by Georgia Dobbins, William Garrett, Brian Holland, Robert Bateman, and Freddie Gorman. The song’s production was handled by Holland and Bateman, who also played a significant role in shaping the sound of Motown Records during this era. The recording featured the Funk Brothers, Motown’s legendary house band, who provided the driving rhythm and soulful backing vocals.
The song’s success helped to establish The Marvelettes as one of the leading girl groups of the 1960s. It also showcased the talent and creativity of Motown’s songwriters and producers, setting the stage for the label’s future triumphs. “Please Mr. Postman” remains a timeless classic, beloved by music fans of all ages.
Lyrics
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(Wait) Wai-hey-hey-hey-it, Mr. Postman(Please, Mr. Postman, look and see) Whoa yeah
(Is there a letter in your bag for me?) Please, please, Mr. Po-oh-ostman
(‘Cause it’s been a mighty long time) Whoa yeah
(Since I heard from this boyfriend of mine)There must be some word today
From my boyfriend so far away
Please, Mr. Postman, look and see
Is there a letter, a letter for me?
I’ve been standin’ here waitin’, Mr. Postman
So so patiently
For just a card or just a letter
Sayin’ he’s returnin’ home to mePlease, Mr. Postman
(Please, Mr. Postman, look and see) Whoa yeah
(Is there a letter in your bag for me?) Please, please, Mr. Po-oh-oh-ostman
(‘Cause it’s been a mighty long time) Whoa yeah
(Since I heard from this boyfriend of mine)So many days, you’ve passed me by
You saw the tears standin’ in my eye
You wouldn’t stop to make me feel better
By leavin’ me a card or a letter
Please, Mr. Postman, look and see
Is there a letter, oh yeah, in your bag for me?
You know it’s been so long
Yeah, since I heard from this boyfriend of mine
You better wait a minute, wait a minute
(Wait a minute, Mr. Postman)
Whoa, you better wait a minute
Please, please, Mr. Postman (Wait a minute, Mr. Postman)
Please check and see
Just one more time for me
You gotta wait a minute (wait), wait a minute (Wait a minute, Mr. Postman)
Oh you better wait a minute, wait a minute
Please, Mr. Po-ostman (Wait a minute, Mr. Postman)
Don’t pass me by, you see the tears in my eyes
You better wait (Wait)
Wait a minute (Wait a minute, Mr. Postman)
Wait a minute, wait a minute, wait a minute
(Wait, wait a minute, Mr. Postman)
Please Mr. Postman