Deadwood Stage
Doris Day
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Oh, the Deadwood stage is a-rolling on over the plains With the curtains flappin' and the driver a-snappin' the reins A beautiful sky, a wonderful day Whip-crack-away, whip-crack-away, whip-crack-away Oh, the Deadwood stage is a-headin' on over the hills Where the Injun arrows are thicker than porcupine quills Dangerous land, no time to delay So, whip-crack-away, whip-crack-away, whip-crack-away We're headin' straight for town, loaded down with a fancy cargo Care of Wells & Fargo, Illinois, boy Oh, the Deadwood stage is a-comin' on over the crest Like a homing-pigeon that's a-hankerin' after its nest Twenty-three miles we've covered today So, whip-crack-away, whip-crack-away, whip-crack-away The wheels go turning round, homeward-bound Can't you hear them hummin' Happy times are comin' for to stay, hey We'll be home tonight by the light of the silvery moon And my heart's a-thumpin' like a mandolin a-plunkin' a tune When I get home, I'm fixin' to stay So, whip-crack-away, whip-crack-away, whip-crack-away Whip-crack away, whip-crack-away, whip-crack-away Introducing Henry Miller Just as busy as a fizzy sasparilla Ain't a showman any smarter operates the Golden Garter When the cream of Deadwood City comes to dine And I'm glad to say he's a very goof friend of mine Hi Joe, say, where d'ya get them fancy clothes? I know, off some fella's laundry line Hi Beau, aren't you a prairie rose Smellin' like a watermelon vine Here's a man the sheriff watches On his gun there's more than twenty-seven notches On the draw there's no one faster and you're flirting with disaster When Bill Hickok's reputation you malign And I'm glad to say he's a very good friend of a friend of mine Oh, my throat's as dry as a desert thistle in May In the Golden Garter, gonna wet my whistle today Last to the bar's a three-legged crow Set 'em up Joe, set 'em up Joe, set 'em up Joe Set 'em up Joe
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Written by: PAUL FRANCIS WEBSTER, SAMMY FAIN
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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20 facts about this song
Song Origin"The Deadwood Stage" is a famous song performed by the American singer and actress Doris Day.
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Movie SceneThe song is the opening number in the 1953 musical film "Calamity Jane," wherein Day played the leading role.
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Film Production"Calamity Jane" was produced by Warner Bros. and directed by David Butler.
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Song GenreThe song, and by definition the whole film, falls under the musical western genre.
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Duration of the SongThe track's actual duration is about 3 minutes and 18 seconds.
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Lyrics CompositionThe lyrics of "The Deadwood Stage" were written by Paul Francis Webster.
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Musical ScoreThe musical score for "The Deadwood Stage" was composed by Sammy Fain.
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Notable LyricsIt begins with the lyrics - "Oh the Deadwood stage is a-comin' on over the hill..."
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AwardsThe song contributed to the film's success and led it to win the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1953.
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AlbumThis track is the first song in the album "Calamity Jane: Original Soundtrack," which comprises of tracks sung by Doris Day and Howard Keel.
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RepresentationThe song narrates tales of stagecoach journeys across the Wild West, capturing the spirit and adventure of the time.
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Notable PerformancesDoris Day also performed this song on her television show, "The Doris Day Show," which aired from 1968 to 1973.
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LegacyThe song has since become closely identified with Doris Day and remains a fan favorite.
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Stage AdaptationThe song was included in the successful stage adaptation of "Calamity Jane" which ran in London's West End.
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Significant RecognitionDoris Day is arguably most recognized for her renditions of "Que Sera Sera" and "The Deadwood Stage."
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Song ReviewsIn his review, Frank DeWald of AllMusic praised the song and said it “bounces right along with Day's legendary zest and verve."
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VisualsThe song is accompanied by an elaborate dance routine in the film and is one of the most recognizable scenes from "Calamity Jane."
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The Best of AlbumIt is also featured in "The Best of Doris Day" album- a definitive collection showcasing her most popular hits.
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Cover Versions"The Deadwood Stage" has been covered by various artists, cementing it as a timeless American classic song.
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Cultural InfluenceThe song has been referenced in pop culture numerous times and used in television, films, and commercials.
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