A Gal in Calico
The Manhattan Transfer
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Met a gal in calico Down in Santa Fe Used to be her Sunday beau 'Til I rode away Do I want her Do I want her love - yes, siree Will I win her Will I win her love - wait and see Workin' with the rodeo Rode from town to town Seen most every kinda gal Every kind of gown But who makes my heart sing Yipee yi, yipee yo - My little gal in calico I'll take my gal in calico Down in Santa Fe Guess I better let her know That I feel this way Is she waitin' (is she waitin') Aw, she'd better be Am I hopin' to be ropin' her Yes siree Gonna quit the rodeo Gonna settle down Buy a bolt of calico For a wedding gown And will I fence her in Yip yipee yi, yip yipee yo --- My little gal in calico Little gal in calico My little gal in calico Yipee yi, yipee yo -------
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Written by: ARTHUR SCHWARTZ, LEO ROBIN
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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9 facts about this song
Song Composition and History1. "A Gal in Calico" is a popular song which was published in 1946.
2. The song was written by Arthur Schwartz, with the lyrics penned by Leo Robin.
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Ahmad Jamal3. Ahmad Jamal, an American jazz pianist, did an instrumental version of "A Gal in Calico" which was well-received and showcased his unique piano style.
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Bing Crosby4. Bing Crosby, one of the best-selling recording artists of the 20th century, performed "A Gal in Calico". His version tapped into the charming and casual style that shaped his singing career.
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Johnny Mercer5. Johnny Mercer, a popular American songwriter and singer, performed this song. Mercer was known for his wit and southern charm, both of which shine in his interpretation of "A Gal in Calico".
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Miles Davis6. Miles Davis, a jazz trumpet legend, performed an instrumental version of "A Gal in Calico". Davis' version stands among the many interpretations of the song, adding a distinctive jazz flare to the classic tune.
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The Manhattan Transfer7. The Manhattan Transfer is an American vocal music group known for their acapella performances. Their rendition of "A Gal in Calico" features layered harmonies and a unique arrangement.
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Tony Martin8. Tony Martin, a traditional pop and film actor, recorded a version of "A Gal in Calico" which became quite popular. His smooth vocals added a special charm to the melody.
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Vic Damone9. Vic Damone, another American traditional pop and big band singer, also performed "A Gal in Calico". His powerful voice brought a unique tone to the song.
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Song's Influence10. "A Gal in Calico" has been covered by numerous artists in various styles ranging from big band to jazz and pop, illustrating the timeless nature of the song.
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