Daddy
The Kaydettes, Swing & Sway, Sammy Kaye
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Hey, listen to my story about a gal named Daisy Mae Lazy Daisy Mae Her disposition is rather sweet and charming At times alarming, so they say She has a man who's tall dark handsome large and strong To whom she used to sing this song Hey, Daddy, I want a diamond ring, bracelets, everything Daddy, you ought to get the best for me Hey, Daddy, gee, don't I look swell in sables? Clothes with Paris labels? Daddy, you ought to get the best for me Here's an amazing revelation With a bit of stimulation I'd be a great sensation I'd be your inspiration Daddy, I want a brand new car, champagne, caviar Daddy, you ought to get the best for me Hey, Daddy, I want a diamond ring, bracelets, everything Daddy, you ought to get the best for me Hey, Daddy, gee, don't I look swell in sables? Clothes with Paris labels? Daddy, you ought to get the best for me Here's an amazing revelation With a bit of stimulation I'd be a great sensation I'd be your inspiration Daddy, I want a brand new car, champagne, caviar Daddy, Daddy You ought to get the best for me
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Written by: BOBBY TROUP
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10 facts about this song
Artist Profile"Daddy" is a song performed by American bandleader and musician, Sammy Kaye. Born in 1910, he was known for his swing and dance music.
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Song ClassificationThe song is classified as jazz and has elements of swing, a sub-genre of jazz that was highly popular during the early and mid-20th century.
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Song History"Daddy" was released in 1941, a time when jazz music had truly begun to dominate the American music scene.
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Song CompositionThe song was originally written by Bobby Troup. This adds to its significant history as Troup is known for crafting many classic hits, including "Route 66."
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Recording TechniqueInterestingly, the recording technique of "Daddy" differs from modern songs as it was recorded and produced during the era of monophonic audio, before stereo sound became the norm.
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Chart Performance"Daddy" was a hit at the time. It managed to reach number one on the Billboard charts in 1941.
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Cultural Impact"Daddy" is often considered a classic example of the jazz era, and its success helped cement Sammy Kaye's legacy as a key figure in the swing era of jazz.
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Song LengthThe song has a time duration of 2:54 minutes. This was quite standard for songs of this era, as they usually averaged between 2.5 to 3 minutes.
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Singing StyleSammy Kaye had a distinctive singing style, using a lot of "swing and sway." This is reflected in "Daddy," giving it a unique sound that made it stand out at the time.
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Legacy"Daddy" continues to be appreciated by fans of traditional jazz and swing, demonstrating the enduring popularity and influence of Sammy Kaye's music.
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