(Everybody's Waitin' For) The Man with the Bag
Kay Starr
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Old Mr.Kringle, is soon gonna jingle The bells that'll tinkle all your troubles away Ev'rybody's waitin' for the man with the bag 'Cause Christmas is comin' again He's got a sleighful, it's not gonna stay full He's got stuff to drop at ev'ry stop of the way Ev'rybody's waitin' for the man with the bag 'Cause Christmas is comin' again He'll be here with the answers to the prayers That you've made through the year You'll get yours if you've done ev'rything you should Extra special good He'll make this December, the one you'll remember The best and the merriest you ever did have Ev'rybody's waitin' for the man with the bag Christmas is here again Old Mr. Kringle, is soon gonna jingle All the bells that'll tinkle all your troubles a way Ev'rybody's waitin' for the man with the bag Christmas is here again He's got a sleighful and it's not gonna stay full Got stuff that he's droppin' ev'ry stop of the way Ev'rybody's waitin' for the man with the bag Christmas is here again He'll be here with the answer to the prayers That you've made through the year You'll get yours if you've done ev'rything you should Extra special good He'll make this December, the one you'll remember The best and the merriest you ever did have Ev'rybody's waitin', they're all congregatin' Waitin' for the man with the bag Better watch out ma'am
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Written by: Dudley Brooks, Hal Stanley, Irving Taylor
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"(Everybody's Waitin for') The Man with the Bag" is a Christmas song written in 1950 and most notably performed by Kay Starr.
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Artist IntroductionKay Starr, born Katherine Laverne Starks, was an American pop and jazz singer who enjoyed considerable success in the 1940s and 1950s. She was a consistent chart presence, especially known for hits like "Wheel of Fortune" and "The Rock and Roll Waltz."
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Commercial SuccessThe song was a commercial success, reaching No. 4 on Billboard's chart in January 1951. It has been covered by many other artists since its initial release.
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Style and DeliveryStarr was famous for her strong, flexible voice, which was incredibly suited to the range of this song. She is remembered for her energetic and lively deliveries, both of which come out strongly in this song.
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Song's Popularity"The Man with the Bag" is often played on holiday music stations and has appeared in many countdowns of the greatest Christmas songs ever recorded.
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SongwriterWritten by Harold Stanley, Irving Taylor, and Dudley Brooks, the song has been covered numerous times, including versions by Vonda Shepard, Jessie J, and Seth MacFarlane.
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Musical CompositionThe song is upbeat and swingy, offering a lively alternative to more serene Christmas classics. Triplets and a strong brass section characterize the instrumental.
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Song ContentThe song refers to Santa Claus and the goodies he brings in his bag for those who have "been extra special good".
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Kay Starr's ReputationStarr’s version of this song clearly demonstrates her ability to mix jazz, blues, pop, and country music – an ability that made her one of the most popular singers of her time.
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Song's InfluenceStarr's "The Man with the Bag" has had a significant influence on future generations. This Christmas staple has remained relevant even 70 years after its original release, underlining the song's timeless appeal and Starr's enduring influence.
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