Purple People Eater
Sheb Wooley
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Well, I saw the thing comin' out of the sky It had the one long horn, one big eye I commenced to shakin' and I said "ooh-eee" It looks like a purple eater to me It was a one-eyed, one-horned, flyin' purple people eater (One-eyed, one-horned, flyin' purple people eater) A one-eyed, one-horned, flyin' purple people eater Sure looks strange to me (one eye?) Well he came down to earth and he lit in a tree I said Mr. Purple People Eater, don't eat me I heard him say in a voice so gruff "I wouldn't eat you 'cause you're so tough" It was a one-eyed, one-horned, flyin' purple people eater One-eyed, one-horned flyin' purple people eater One-eyed, one-horned, flyin' purple people eater Sure looks strange to me (one horn?) I said Mr. Purple People Eater, what's your line? He said "eatin' purple people and it sure is fine But that's not the reason that I came to land I want to get a job in a rock and roll band" Well bless my soul, rock and roll, flyin' purple people eater Pigeon-toed, under-growed, flyin' purple people eater (We wear short shorts) friendly little people eater What a sight to see (oh!) And then he swung from the tree and he lit on the ground And he started to rock, really rockin' around It was a crazy ditty with a swingin' tune (Sing a boop-boop, a-boopa lopa lum bam boom) Well, bless my soul, rock and roll, flyin' purple people eater Pigeon-toed, under growed, flyin' purple people eater "I like short shorts!" flyin' purple people eater What a sight to see (purple people?) Well, he went on his way, and then what do ya know? I saw him last night on a TV show He was blowing it out, really knockin' em dead Playin' rock and roll music through the horn in his head "Tequila!"
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Written by: Sheb Wooley
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10 facts about this song
Song Details"Purple People Eater" is a novelty song written and performed by Sheb Wooley, released in 1958. The song nabbed the number one spot on the Billboard pop charts.
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Genre ClassificationThe song "Purple People Eater" falls under the category of novelty songs, which are funny or humorous songs that stray from the norm. These songs often use innovative and different musical techniques.
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Chart SuccessThe song was a serious hit and spent six weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. It was also the only top-40 hit for Sheb Wooley.
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About the Song"Purple People Eater" tells the story of a strange creature (described as "one-eyed, one-horned, flying, purple people eater") who comes to Earth and starts a rock and roll band.
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Song CompositionDespite its weird lyrics, the song uses a basic three-chord song structure, making it relatively simple but catchy.
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Production FactsThe distinctive voice of the "Purple People Eater" is a sped-up recording of Sheb Wooley's own voice.
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LegacyA film titled "Purple People Eater" was released in 1988 to honor the 30 year anniversary of the song. The movie used the song and starred a young Neil Patrick Harris.
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Artist's Other WorksBesides his career in music, Wooley was also noted for his acting in Western films and on television; he is probably best remembered for his role as Pete Nolan in the TV series "Rawhide."
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AwardsThe song earned Sheb Wooley a Gold record, signifying over a million copies sold.
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Cultural Impact"Purple People Eater" has been covered by numerous artists (including Judy Garland) and has found its place in the annals of rock-n-roll and pop culture for its whimsy and playfulness.
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