You better leave my kitten all alone
You better leave my kitten all alone
But I told you big fat bulldog
You better leave her alone
You better leave my kitten all alone
You better leave my kitten all alone
This dog is gonna get you
If you don’t leave her alone
Well Mr.Dog I’m gonna hit you
On the top of your head
That child is gonna miss you,
You gonna wish that you were dead
If you don’t leave my kitten all alone
Well I told you big fat bulldog
You better leave her alone
Alright
Hey, hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey
Hey hey
Well Mr. Dog I’m gonna hit you
On the top of your head
That girl is gonna miss you
You gonna wish that you were dead
If you don’t leave my kitten all alone, oh yeah
Well I told you, big fat bulldog
You better leave her alone
Yeah hey you better leave, you better leave
You better leave, yeah you better leave
You better leave, oh you got to leave
Hey hey, well I told you big fat bulldog (fade out)
Protective Passion in “Leave My Kitten Alone”
“Leave My Kitten Alone” by The Beatles is a rousing, blues-infused track that channels the raw energy of early rock and roll. The song unfolds as a spirited warning, with the narrator fiercely defending his beloved—affectionately referred to as his “kitten”—from an unwanted suitor, depicted as a “big fat bulldog.” The lyrics employ playful animal metaphors to convey the narrator’s jealousy and protectiveness, all while keeping the tone light and spirited. The recurring threats and pleas, underscored by energetic vocal shouts and repetition, amplify the urgency and possessiveness at the heart of young love. Ultimately, the song captures a universal feeling: the desire to shield someone you care for from harm or heartache, wrapped up in the exuberant style that defined The Beatles’ early years.
Song Credits
- Songwriters: John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison (originally written by Little Willie John, James McDougal, and Titus Turner)
- Release Year: 1995 (Anthology 1 release)
- Label: Apple Records