LONG COOL WOMAN (IN A BLACK DRESS). The song's narrative revolves around an FBI agent's encounter with a mysterious woman during a raid on a speakeasy. Its distinctive guitar riff, driving beat, The Hollies Perform Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress The Hollies Long Cool Woman In A Black Dress 1972, Long Cool Woman in a Black Dress (also titled Long Cool Woman or Long Cool Woman (in a Black Dress)) is a song written by Allan Clarke, Roger Long Cool Woman (In a Black Dress) 1999 Remaster song and lyrics by The Hollies Spotify