In 1963 the Kingsmen’s version of “Louie Louie” became one of the most controversial records of all time. The lyrics were thought to be obscene but in reality the words are simply about a man telling a bartender about his girl in Jamaica. The bartender’s name is Louie. The original lyrics are by the original singer, Richard Berry. The Kingsmen’s 45, released on Wand Records, is worth up to $40.00. Released six years before the Kingsmen’s classic, Richard Berry’s version was issued on Flip Records and with “You Are My Sunshine” on the B side can sell for $250.00 today.