I'm Walkin

Fats Domino

About I'm Walkin

"I'm Walkin'" is a 1957 song by Fats Domino, written together with frequent collaborator Dave Bartholomew. The single was Domino's third release in a row to reach No. 1 on the R&B Best Sellers chart, where it stayed for six weeks. It also broadened the singer's crossover appeal, peaking at No. 4 on the pop singles chart. The prominent saxophone solo was played by Herbert Hardesty. Frank Fields was on bass and Earl Palmer was on drums.


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2009
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I'm walkin', yes indeed, and I'm talkin' 'bout you and me
I'm hopin' that you'll come back to me (yes)
I'm lonely as I can be, I'm waitin' for your company
I'm hopin' that you'll come back to me
What 'ya gonna do when the well runs dry?
You're gonna run away and hide
I'm gonna run right by your side, for you pretty baby I'll even die
I'm walkin', yes indeed, I'm talkin' 'bout you and me
I'm hopin' that you'll come back to me

I'm walkin', yes indeed, and I'm talkin' 'bout you and me
I'm hopin' that you'll come back to me (yes)
I'm lonely as I can be, I'm waitin' for your company
I'm hopin' that you'll come back to me
What 'ya gonna do when the well runs dry?
You're gonna sit right down and cry
What 'ya gonna do when I say bye-bye?
All you're gonna do is dry your eye
I'm walkin', yes indeed, I'm talkin' 'bout you and me
I'm hopin' that you'll come back to me

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Fats Domino

Antoine Dominique "Fats" Domino Jr. (born February 26, 1928) is an American R&B and rock and roll pianist and singer-songwriter. He was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. Domino is French Creole and Creole was his first language. Domino was delivered at home by his midwife grandmother. Like most families in the Lower Ninth Ward, Domino's family were new arrivals from Vacherie, Louisiana. His father was a well known violinist, and Domino was inspired to play himself. He eventually learned from his uncle, jazz guitarist Harrison Verrett. Fats released five gold (million-copy-selling) records before 1955. Domino also had 35 Top 40 American hits and has a music style based on traditional R&B ensembles of bass, piano, electric guitar, drums, and sa… more »

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Written by: ANTOINE DOMINO, DAVE BARTHOLOMEW

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14 facts about this song

Background
"I'm Walkin'" is a popular song by American singer and pianist Antoine "Fats" Domino Jr. Domino, known as "the real king of rock 'n' roll," wrote the track along with Dave Bartholomew.
Release Year
This song was officially released on 14 February 1957 by Imperial Records.
Chart Success
"I'm Walkin'" was a substantial hit for Domino. It reached #1 on the Billboard RnB chart and peaked at #4 on the Billboard Pop chart.
Influential
It is considered one of the songs that shaped and defined the rock 'n' roll genre, influencing several future artists.
Multiple Covers
Numerous musicians have covered the song, including Ricky Nelson, whose cover also made it into the top five on the U.S. charts.
Album Inclusion
Domino included "I'm Walkin'" in several of his greatest hits compilations due to its popularity and impact.
Live Performances
The song has been part of Domino's setlist in various concerts and live performances due to its crowd-pleasing rhythm and Domino's energetic performance.
Awards
Though it didn't win any awards, "I'm Walkin'" is consistently ranked as one of the greatest songs of the 1950s and regularly included on lists of the best rock 'n' roll tracks.
Sales Record
The single sold over a million copies within weeks of its release, earning a gold record certification.
Cultural Impact
Fats Domino's "I'm Walkin'" has been featured in numerous films, TV shows, and commercials, continuing its cultural significance long after its release.
Music Video
For "I'm Walkin'," Fats Domino, like many artists of his time, didn't officially release a music video. Instead, performances on TV shows or concerts serve as the visual representation of the song.
Domino and Bartholomew
"I'm Walkin'" is one of the many collaborations between Fats Domino and Dave Bartholomew. Both partners are responsible for some of the biggest hits of the '50s and have a prominent place in the history of popular music.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "I'm Walkin'" is a classic blues narrative and has been praised for its simplicity and emotional directness.
Musical Style
The upbeat tempo and Domino's pounding piano give the song a distinctive sound, adding to its popularity and enduring appeal.

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