Jambalaya (On the Bayou)
Hank Williams
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Goodbye Joe, me gotta go, me-oh-my-oh Me gotta go pole the pirogue down the bayou My Yvonne, the sweetest one, me-oh-my-oh Son-of-a-gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou Jambalaya, crawfish pie and fillet gumbo 'Cause tonight I'm gonna see my ma-chère-amie-oh Pick guitar, fill fruit jar and be gay-oh Son of-a-gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou Thibodaux, Fontaineaux, the place is buzzin' Kinfolk come to see Yvonne by the dozen Dress in style and go hog wild, me-oh-my-oh Son-of-a-gun, we'll have big fun on the bayou Settle down, far from town, get me a pirogue And I'll catch all the fish in the bayou Jambalaya and a crawfish pie Later on, swap my mon', get me a pirogue And I'll catch all the fish on the bayou Swap my mon', to buy Yvonne what she need-oh Son-of-a-gun we'll have big fun on the bayou Jambalaya and a crawfish pie
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Written by: JOPER, WILLIAMS, SR.
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25 facts about this song
Song History"Jambalaya (On the Bayou)" is a song written and recorded by American country music singer Hank Williams. He first recorded it in 1952.
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Chart SuccessUpon its release, "Jambalaya (On the Bayou)" rose to number one on the Billboard country singles chart.
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Music GenreThe song is a prime example of the 'Cajun-influenced' country music style popular in the 1950s.
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Song InspirationThe lyrics are inspired by southern Louisiana's Cajun culture, including cuisine, with references to specific dishes like jambalaya, crawfish pie, and file gumbo.
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Music ArrangementIt has a recurring melody, a common characteristic of Williams' songs.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, many artists have recorded their versions of the song. Notable covers include those by Fats Domino, Emmylou Harris, The Carpenters, and John Fogerty. It has been translated and performed in various languages.
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Pop-Culture ReferencesDue to its distinctive tune and lyrics, the song has been featured in several movies, television shows, and commercials in the U.S.
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Cajun InfluenceThe song is often used in popular representations of the Cajun people and their culture.
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Song LegacyHank Williams' "Jambalaya (On the Bayou)" has become a staple in American country music and is frequently performed by country artists at concerts and events.
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Live PerformancesDespite its success and popularity, Hank Williams reportedly never performed the song live.
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AccoladesIn 2001, it was honored with a Grammy Hall of Fame Award, which is given to recordings that are at least 25 years old and have "qualitative or historical significance."
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Songwriting CreditsWhile Hank Williams is said to have co-written the song with Moon Mullican, Williams alone is officially credited as the song's writer.
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DurationThe song's length is relatively short, as it runs for just 2 minutes and 53 seconds, which was common for songs of that era.
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CensorshipThe song was temporarily banned by a radio station in Texas due to its lyrics' perceived sexual innuendo. However, this only boosted the song's popularity.
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Hank Williams' SuccessThe song played a significant role in establishing Williams as one of the most influential and popular country artists of his time.
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Song Release"Jambalaya (On the Bayou)" is a song written and recorded by country music singer Hank Williams that was released in July 1952.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached number one on the U.S. country charts for fourteen non-consecutive weeks.
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Song Composition"Jambalaya (On the Bayou)" is structured as a two-part AAB pattern. It's most easily classified as a song poem, set to waltz time.
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Song ThemeThe song is about life, love, and food on the bayou, reflecting Hank Williams' love for the Louisiana lifestyle.
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Song LanguageDespite being a country song, it relies heavily on Cajun linguistics and includes many Creole French terms.
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Cover VersionsMany artists have recorded their version of "Jambalaya (On the Bayou)", including Bluegrass artist Charlie Daniels, rock artist Creedence Clearwater Revival, and pop artists The Carpenters.
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Song LegacyThe song is a signature piece for Hank Williams and has been recognized by ASCAP as one of the top country songs of all time.
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Album Association"Jambalaya (On the Bayou)" appeared on Hank Williams' posthumous 1969 album "Hank Williams – 36 Greatest Hits."
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Cultural InfluenceThe song has been featured in several movies and TV shows, including "The Lost Boys," "Forrest Gump," and "Hot Rod."
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Grammy Hall of Fame"Jambalaya (On the Bayou)" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, a special Grammy award established in 1973 to honor recordings that are at least 25 years old and have "qualitative or historical significance."
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