The Rhumba Boogie

Hank Snow

About The Rhumba Boogie

"The Rhumba Boogie" is a 1951 song by Hank Snow. The single was his follow up to "The Golden Rocket". "The Rhumba Boogie" was Hank Snow's third number one in a row on the Country & Western Best Seller charts where it stayed at the top for eight weeks and a total of twenty-seven weeks on the chart. The song was also recorded by Spade Cooley & his Fiddlin' Friends (DECCA 9-46310) with a vocal by Ginny Jackson, and released in March 1951.


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Well come all you children give a listen to me let me tell you bout a new boogie beat
There's no hesitation it's sweepin' the nation
It's the Rhumba Boogie down the South American way
While Madame Lozonga was teachin' La Conga in her little cabana in old Havana
We were doing the charleston and Ballin' the Jack
Then that old black bottom till they started the Jitterbug rag
Then across the water came Cuban Pete he started the boogie to the Rhumba Beat
It's the Rhumba Boogie let's give it a whirl
While he plays the Boogie in the South American style

Well you step out together then you circle around
Count one two three then put your right foot down
Then you circle your lady as you swing and you sway
To the Rhumba Boogie in the South American way
Now the guy responsible for leadin' the band
Yells do you stuff it's the best in the land
It's the Rhumba Boogie let's dance it a while
To the boogie woogie done the Rhumba Cuban all style
When that old piano it starts to ring everybody then starts to sing
To the Rhumba Boogie done the tropical style
It's the Rhumba Boogie and they're doin' it all of the while

While Madame Lozonga was teachin' La Conga in her little cabana in old Habana
The folks in old Mexico where doin' the tango
And we were steppin' to the rhythm of an old guitar
Till across the water came Cuban Pete he started to boogie to the Rhumba beat
It's the Rhumba Boogie let's dance it a while
To the boogie woogie done the Rhumba Cuban all style

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Hank Snow

Clarence Eugene "Hank" Snow (May 9, 1914 – December 20, 1999) was a Canadian-American country music artist. He charted more than 70 singles on the Billboard country charts from 1950 until 1980. This total includes the number 1 hits "I'm Moving On", "The Golden Rocket", "I Don't Hurt Anymore", "Let Me Go, Lover!", "I've Been Everywhere", and "Hello Love" as well as other top ten hits. He is a member of both the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame and the Music Hall of Fame. more »

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Written by: HANK SNOW

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11 facts about this song

Artistic Origin
"The Rhumba Boogie" is a song by renowned Canadian-American country music artist, Hank Snow.
Chart Success
The song was a remarkable success and reached No. 1 on the Billboard country charts in 1951 where it stayed at the top for eight weeks.
Composition
"The Rhumba Boogie" carries an interesting rhythmic blend of country music and Caribbean beats, a fusion known as ‘Caribilly’.
Song's Influence
Hank Snow’s song was instrumental in popularizing the boogie woogie beat in country music during the 1950s.
Album Association
Also, "The Rhumba Boogie" is a part of Hank Snow's legendary album "Country Classics" which is still popular even after decades of its release.
Canadian Musical Heritage
Despite having a successful career in America, Hank Snow was a Canadian artists and "The Rhumba Boogie" is considered an esteemed addition to Canadian musical heritage.
Unusual Style
Unlike traditional country songs that were prevalent during the time, "The Rhumba Boogie" featured an unusual combination of styles that resonated with the audiences, making it a hit.
Continual Popularity
Even today, the song is celebrated in the country music scene, and is considered a classic, underscored by the fact that it continues to be aired by certain country radio stations.
Syndicated Radio Show
The song was frequently played on the Peterborough-based AM station, The Wolf, in syndication via the show "Country Gold", reinforcing its classic status.
Industry Recognition
"The Rhumba Boogie" helped further solidify Hank Snow's already established status in the country music industry and contributed towards his eventual induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.
Unique Lyrics
Hank Snow's work was often noted for its novelty-themed lyrics, and "The Rhumba Boogie" pays testament to that, with lyrics that are fun, catchy, and out of the ordinary.

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