Makin' Whoopee
Eddie Cantor
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Every time I hear that dear old wedding march I feel rather glad I have a broken arch. I have heard a lot of people talk And I know that marriage is a long long walk. To most people weddings mean romance But I prefer a picnic or a dance. Another bride, Another groom, Another sunny honeymoon, Another season, Another reason For making whoopee. The chorus sings, "Here comes the bride." Another victim is by her side. He's lost his reason cause it's the season For making whoopee. Down through the countless ages You'll find it everywhere. Somebody makes good wages. Somebody wants her share. She calls him 'Toodles' and rolls her eyes. She makes him strudles and bakes him pies. What is it all for? It's so he'll fall for making whoopee. Another year or maybe less What's this I hear? Well, can't you guess? She feels neglected so he's suspected Of making whoopee. She sits alone most every night. He doesn't phone or even write. He says he's busy. But she says, "Is he?" He's making whoopee. He doesn't make much money: Five thousand dollars per. Some judge who thinks he's funny Says, "You'll pay six to her." He says, "Now judge, suppose I fail?" The judge says, "Budge right into jail." You better keep her. You'll find it's cheaper Than making whoopee.
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Written by: Walter Donaldson, Gus Kahn
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10 facts about this song
Composer and Lyricist"Makin' Whoopee" was composed by Walter Donaldson, a well-noted American composer, and written by Gus Kahn, a popular songwriter during the Tin Pan Alley era. Eddie Cantor just performed the song.
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Debut PerformanceThis iconic jazz song was popularized by Eddie Cantor when he first performed it in Florenz Ziegfeld's musical called "Whoopee!" which was staged in New Year’s Eve in1928.
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Grammy Hall of Fame"Makin' Whoopee" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999. This recognition is bestowed by the Recording Academy's National Trustees to recordings having "qualitative or historical significance."
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Jazz StandardSince its inauguration, “Makin’ Whoopee” has been performed by various artists across several genres, making it a Jazz standard.
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Film AdaptationIn 1930, two years after the song's initial debut, a film adaptation of the musical "Whoopee!" was produced. Eddie Cantor reprised his stage role in the film and once again performed "Makin' Whoopee".
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Satirical UndertonesThe song is known for its satirical commentary on the possible hazards of marriage, such as the mundane routine after the honeymoon period, financial issues that arise, along with implications of infidelity.
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Other Artists' RenditionsBesides Eddie Cantor, the song was performed by other celebrated artists such as Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Ray Charles, and many more.
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In Popular Culture"Makin' Whoopee" has been featured in many films and television shows, including "The Fabulous Baker Boys" where a famous scene features Michelle Pfeiffer singing the song atop a grand piano.
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Michelle Pfeiffer’s RenditionThe film "The Fabulous Baker Boys" won the 1990 Grammy Award for Best Arrangement Accompanying Vocals for the rendition of Michelle Pfeiffer and Dave Grusin.
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CoversThere have been countless cover versions of the song in different musical styles - from traditional pop and jazz to country and pop-rock.
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