Chi-Baba, Chi-Baba
Perry Como
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Many a year ago in old Sorrento A certain ditty was quite the thing Whenever a mother rocked her baby in Sorrento This little ditty she used to sing Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua Enjilava kooka la goomba Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua My bambino go to sleep Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua Enjilava kooka la goomba Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua My bambino go to sleep All the stars are in the skies ready to say good night Can't you see your doll is sleepy, too? Close your drowsy little eyes, mama will hold you tight While she sings a lullaby to you Oh, Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua Enjilava kooka la goomba Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua My bambino go to sleep (Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chi-baba) (Chi-baba, Chihuahua, enjilava) Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua Enjilava kooka la goomba (la goomba) Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua My bambino go to sleep (Chi, Chi, Chi-baba) Chi, Chi, Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua Enjilava kooka la goomba (la goomba) Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua My bambino go to sleep (All the stars are in the skies ready to say good night, good night) (Can't you see your doll is sleepy, too?) (Close your drowsy little eyes, mama will hold you tight) (While she sings a lullaby to you, ever so sweetly) Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua Enjilava kooka la goomba (la goomba chi-baba) Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua My bambino go to sleep Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua My bambino go to sleep Chi-baba, Chi-baba, Chihuahua My bambino go to sleep
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Written by: AL HOFFMAN, JERRY LIVINGSTON, MACK DAVID
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10 facts about this song
Song's history"Chi-Baba, Chi-Baba" was first recorded by Perry Como in 1947. This was about a decade after the start of his singing career.
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InfluenceThis song was one of the biggest hits of 1947 and was instrumental in establishing Perry Como as a dominant force in mid-century American popular music.
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Chart performance"Chi-Baba, Chi-Baba" reached the number one spot on the Billboard charts, where it remained for 12 weeks. This established a new record at the time.
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Repeated SuccessPerry Como was already a popular artist by the time this song was released. However, "Chi-Baba, Chi-Baba" solidified his place in the American pop culture pantheon.
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Song CompositionThe song was written by Mack David, Jerry Livingston, and Al Hoffman. This trio of songwriters also penned other big hits of the era.
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Song Theme"Chi-Baba, Chi-Baba" is a catchy song with a simple lullaby-like tune, reflecting Perry Como's trademark easy-listening style.
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Cover versionsThe song was also covered by several other artists, including Bing Crosby and British singer Joe Loss.
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Pop Culture ImpactAnother fact about "Chi-Baba, Chi-Baba" is that it has been featured in several films and television shows over the years.
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LegacyAlthough not as well-known today, "Chi-Baba, Chi-Baba" remains a classic example of Perry Como's smooth vocal style and his ability to connect with the post-war American audiences.
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AwardsPerry Como garnered much professional recognition throughout his career. However, while "Chi-Baba, Chi-Baba" was a significant hit, it did not yield an award for Como.
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