I'm Walkin'
Fats Domino
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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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Written by: ANTOINE DOMINO, DAVE BARTHOLOMEW
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11 facts about this song
Artist and Songwriters"I'm Walkin'" is a song written by Dave Bartholomew and performed by Fats Domino. Earl Palmer played a significant role in the rhythm section.
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Release DateThe song was initially released in 1957.
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Billboard Chart SuccessIt reached number 1 on the R&B Best Sellers chart and number 4 on the pop chart in 1957, showcasing its cross-genre appeal.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, a number of artists have covered "I'm Walkin'". Famous names include Ricky Nelson and Delbert McClinton.
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Song StyleThe tune falls into the genres of rhythm and blues, rock and roll and is often considered an iconic early rock'n'roll track.
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Impact on Ricky Nelson's careerRicky Nelson covered "I'm Walkin'" to significant success, which initiated his singing career.
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Introduction to the SongFats Domino started this song by saying: "This one Diamond Record is for my first big hit record, the first million seller, it's called I'm Walkin'."
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Role of Earl PalmerEarl Palmer was the drummer on "I'm Walkin'". Palmer is regarded as one of the most influential drummers in popular music, contributing to the energetic, shuffling rhythm of the song.
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Film FeatureThe song was featured in the movies "October Sky" and "Matchstick Men".
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Cultural ImpactThe song has been recognized by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as one of the 500 songs that shaped Rock & Roll, highlighting its impact and legacy.
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Resistance to Recording I’m Walkin’It’s said that Fats Domino initially opposed the thought of recording "I'm Walkin'", and it took some persuasion from his musician partner, Dave Bartholomew.
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