Dang Me

Roger Miller

About Dang Me

"Dang Me" is a song by American country music artist Roger Miller, and 1964's Grammy Award winner for Best Country & Western Song. It was Miller's first chart-topping country hit and first Top Ten pop music hit, and it was a novelty song whose "jazzy instrumental section" helped make it "the quintessential example of Miller's lighthearted humor, which brought him many more hits".


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1998
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Well, here I sit high, gettin' ideas
Ain't nothing but a fool would live like this
Out all night and runnin' wild
Woman sittin' home with a month-old child

Dang me, dang me
They oughta take a rope and hang me
High from the highest tree
Woman, would you weep for me?

Just sittin' around drinkin' with the rest of the guys
Six rounds bought, and I bought five
And I spent the groceries and half the rent
Like fourteen dollars and twenty-seven cents

Dang me, dang me
They oughta take a rope and hang me
High from the highest tree
Woman, would you weep for me?

Roses are red and violets are purple
Sugar is sweet and so is maple surple
Well I'm the seventh out of seven sons
My pappy's a pistol, I'm a son-of-a-gun

Well, dang me, dang me
They oughta take a rope and hang me
High from the highest tree
Woman, would you weep for me?

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Roger Miller

Roger Dean Miller (January 2, 1936 – October 25, 1992) was an American singer, songwriter, musician and actor, best known for his honky tonk-influenced novelty songs. His most recognized tunes included the chart-topping country/pop hits "King of the Road", "Dang Me" and "England Swings", all from the mid-1960s Nashville sound era. more »

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Written by: ROGER MILLER

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12 facts about this song

Singer-songwriter
"Dang Me" is a hit song composed and performed by American country music artist, Roger Miller.
Released Date
The single was released in 1964 as part of Miller's album dubbed "Roger and Out".
Successful Single
The charismatic and catchy tune of "Dang Me" quickly made it a fan favorite, reaching no.1 on the U.S. country charts.
Billboard Hot 100
Beyond the country charts, the song also captured global attention landing at No.7 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Roger Miller's Breakthrough
"Dang Me" marked a major breakthrough in Miller's career catalyzing the country singer’s popularity and success.
Grammy Awards
The song won 5 Grammy Awards in 1965, which included Best Country & Western Song, Best Country & Western Single, and Best Country & Western Album.
Catchy Phrases
The song is often noted for its catchy phrases and humorous lyrics. The main phrase 'dang me' quickly became an iconic catchphrase.
Recording Duration
According to stories told by Miller, he wrote and recorded this song in just four minutes – a testament to his songwriting brilliance.
Singer Style
Miller's unique musical style is quite evident in "Dang Me" – a blend of country, folk, and pop with clever, whimsical lyrics.
Evergreen Song
Despite its release more than five decades ago, the song continues to be popular among country music lovers worldwide.
Tribute Covers
Over the years, the song has been covered by many artists as a tribute to Roger Miller's contributions to the Country music genre.
Storytelling Aspect
"Dang Me" is often celebrated for its storytelling aspect. Miller used his songs to tell tales, inventing characters and narratives filled with humor and pathos.

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