Slow Poke
Pee Wee King
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[Male (M) and Female (F) voices alternate] F: (Slow poke, slow poke, I'm a silly old slow poke) M: You keep me waitin' till it's gettin' aggravatin', you're a slow poke F: You wait and worry but I never seem to hurry, I'm a slow poke M: Time means nothin' to you, I wait (you wait) and then F: Late again, eight o'clock, nine o'clock, quarter to ten M: Why should I linger every time you snap your finger, little slow poke? F: Why can't I hasten when I see the time's a-wastin'? I'm a slow poke, dear M: Why should I keep tryin' to change you? It's not the thing to do F: Here's the thing to do-I guess you'll have to learn to be a slow poke, too (slow poke, too) F: (Slow poke, slow poke, I'm a silly old slow poke) ALL: We keep on waitin' till it's gettin' aggravatin', what a slow poke We wait and worry but there's never any hurry, what a slow poke Time means nothin', you see, we wait and then Late again, eight o'clock, nine o'clock, quarter to ten M: Why should I linger every time you snap your finger, little slow poke? (slow poke) Why can't you hasten when you see the time's a-wastin'? You're a slow poke, dear F: Why do you keep tryin' to change me? It's not the thing to do M: Then I guess I'll have to learn to be a silly old slow poke, too F: Slow poke, slow poke, you're a silly old slow poke M: Slow poke, slow poke, I'm a silly old slow poke BOTH: Slow poke!!
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Written by: Pee Wee King, Redd Stewart, Chilton Price
Lyrics © Bluewater Music Corp., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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7 facts about this song
Historical Context"Slow Poke" was written and originally performed by country music artist Pee Wee King in the 1950s.
- This song has a rich history, influencing both country and pop music genres.
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Popularity and SuccessUpon its release, the song found quick success, peaking at No. 1 on the Billboard pop charts in 1951.
- The song also ranked in the top 10 of the Billboard Country chart.
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Song InterpretationHelen O'Connell, a big band singer in the 1940s and 50s, also covered the song "Slow Poke".
- She was known for her interpretations of songs that were originally performed by other artists.
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Style and GenreDespite the song's country origins, Helen O'Connell's version is more aligned with the big band, jazz or swing genres - a testament to her artistry.
- Moreover, Pee Wee King's version portrays the classic country twang.
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Pee Wee King’s SignificancePee Wee King was an influential figure in country music helping to modernize the genre with his incorporation of pop music elements.
- His work, including "Slow Poke", has had a lasting impact on the music world.
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Helen O'Connell’s SignificanceKnown for her work with the Jimmy Dorsey Band, Helen O'Connell has an enduring legacy in the world of big band music.
- This song displays her ability to take a song from another genre and make it her own.
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Durability of the SongThe song "Slow Poke" has been covered and interpreted by numerous artists over the decades, highlighting its timeless appeal.
- Both versions continue to gain airplay in retro music platforms.
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