Speedoo
The Cadillacs
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Bom, bom, bom, Bom, bom, bom, Bom, bom, bom, bom. Now they up and call me Speedoo, But my real name is Mister Earl. Now they up and call me Speedoo, But my real name is Mister Earl. All for meetin' brand-new fellows And for takin' other folks' girls. Now they up and call me Speedoo, 'Cause I don't believe in wastin' time. Now they up and call me Speedoo, 'Cause I don't believe in wastin' time. Now I've known some pretty women And I thought that would change their minds. Well, now, some they call me Joe. Some they call me Moe. Best man is Speedoo; He don't never take it slow. Now they up and call me Speedoo, But my real name is Mister Earl. Now they up and call me Speedoo, But my real name is Mister Earl. Now they're gonna call me Speedoo, Till they call off makin' pretty girls. Bom, bom, bom, Bom, bom, bom, Bom, bom, bom, bom.
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12 facts about this song
Band Formation"Speedoo" was performed by The Cadillacs. Formed in Harlem, New York in 1953, the group was noted for its innovative and captivating choreography on stage.
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Original NameBefore being known as The Cadillacs, they originally called themselves "The Carnations."
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Music Genre"Speedoo" is a song in the Doo-wop genre, a style of vocal-based rhythm and blues music popular in the mid-1950s.
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Song OriginThe song "Speedoo" was named after the nickname of the group's lead, Earl Carroll.
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Chart SuccessReleased in 1955, "Speedoo" became a huge hit, reaching No. 3 on Billboard's R&B chart and No. 17 on the Billboard Pop Singles chart.
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Popular AppealThe upbeat nature and catchy lyrics of "Speedoo" made it a popular attraction on the radio and in jukeboxes in various localities.
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Motown Influence"Speedoo" and The Cadillacs' performances are considered to be one of the major influences of the Motown Sound, a music genre that was highly popular in the 1960s.
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Key MembersBeside Earl Carroll, other members during the time of "Speedoo" included Bobby Phillips, Lavern Drake, and Gus Willingham.
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Lyric ContentMost lyrics of "Speedoo" showcase Earl Carroll's bragging about his charm and how women find him irresistible.
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Legacy & Influence"Speedoo" is considered significant in the history of rock and roll. It's often included in compilations and it influenced other Doo-wop groups in subsequent years.
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Film Appearance"Speedoo" was included in the soundtrack of the 1999 film, "October Sky."
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Acclaim & RecognitionIn 2012, The Cadillacs were inducted into The Vocal Group Hall of Fame, partly due to the enduring appeal of "Speedoo."
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