Hey, Good Lookin'
Hank Williams
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Say hey, good lookin' Whatcha got cookin'? How's about cookin' something up with me? Hey, sweet baby Don't you think maybe We can find us a brand new recipe? I got a hot-rod ford and a two dollar bill And I know a spot right over the hill There's soda pop and the dancing's free So if you want to have fun come along with me Said hey, good lookin' Whatcha got cookin'? How's about cookin' something up with me? I'm free and ready So we can go steady How's about saving all your time for me? No more lookin' I know I been cookin' How's about keepin' steady company? I'm gonna throw my date book over the fence And buy me one for five or ten cents I'll keep it 'till it's covered with age 'Cause I'm writin' your name down on every page Say hey, good lookin' Whatcha got cookin'? How's about cookin' something up with me?
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Written by: Hank Sr. Williams
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15 facts about this song
Song's History"Hey, Good Lookin'" was written and recorded by Hank Williams, one of the biggest names in country music.
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Year of ReleaseThe song was released on 22nd March 1951.
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Rapid Writing ProcessAccording to myth, the song was written in just 20 minutes while on a flight with his friend, Jimmy Dickens.
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FormatOriginally, the song was released as a single (a side) by MGM Records.
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RecognitionThe song was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2001.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists from various music genres have covered "Hey, Good Lookin'" over the years, including Johnny Cash, George Jones, Ray Charles, Dean Martin, and more.
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Billboard Chart SuccessThe song reached number 1 on the Billboard's Hot Country Singles chart in 1951.
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Musical Style"Hey, Good Lookin'" is considered a prime example of Hank Williams' blend of country and honky-tonk music.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics are a playful invitation to a woman for a date, featuring traditional country themes of cooking, home-made meals, dancing, and love.
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Influence"Hey, Good Lookin'" had a significant impact on the country music genre, with its catchy melody and simple, relatable lyrics influencing many artists afterward.
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Pop CultureThe song has been included in several films and TV shows, including "The Help" (2011) and "Rango" (2011).
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CollaborationHank Williams collaborated with Fred Rose, who co-produced the original recorded version of "Hey, Good Lookin'."
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ChorusThe song's chorus is often considered one of the most memorable in country music history.
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UsageHank Williams's version of "Hey, Good Lookin'" is often used in commercials and other promotional media due to its catchy rhythm and universal appeal.
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Musical Legacy"Hey, Good Lookin'" remains one of Hank Williams's best-known songs and continues to receive airplay on various country radio stations around the world.
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