About the song
“Monday, Monday” is a song by The Mamas & The Papas, released in 1966 as part of their debut album, “If You Can Believe Your Eyes and Ears.” The song was written by John Phillips.
The lyrics of “Monday, Monday” express the mundane feelings associated with the start of the workweek, contrasting the joy and freedom of the weekend. The narrator reflects on the challenges and routine of daily life, longing for the carefree days of Saturday and Sunday. Despite the cheerful melody, there’s an underlying sense of melancholy and resignation in the lyrics.
Musically, “Monday, Monday” features the signature harmonies of The Mamas & The Papas, with intricate vocal arrangements and folk-rock instrumentation. The song’s catchy melody and memorable chorus contributed to its commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
“Monday, Monday” became one of The Mamas & The Papas’ most iconic songs, capturing the zeitgeist of the 1960s and resonating with listeners around the world. Its enduring popularity has solidified its place as a classic of the era.
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Monday, Monday, so good to me;Monday morning, it wasall I hoped it would be.Oh, Monday morning,Monday morning couldn’t guaranteeThat Monday evening youwould still be here with me.Monday, Monday, can’t trust that day;Monday, Monday, sometimesit just turns out that way.Oh, Monday morning, you gave meno warning of what was to be.Oh, Monday, Monday, how couldyou leave and not take me?Every other day, every other dayEvery other day of theweek is fine, yeah.But whenever Monday comes –but whenever Monday comesYou can find me crying all of the time.Monday, Monday, so good to me;Monday morning, it wasall I hoped it would be.But Monday morning, Mondaymorning couldn’t guaranteeThat Monday evening youwould still be here with me.Every other day, every other dayEvery other day of theweek is fine, yeah.But whenever Monday comes –but whenever Monday comesYou can find me crying all of the time.Monday, 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, MondayOh Monday, Monday