Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy
The Andrews Sisters
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He was a famous trumpet man from out Chicago way He had a boogie style that no one else could play He was the top man at his craft But then his number came up and he was gone with the draft He's in the army now, a-blowin' reveille He's the boogie woogie bugle boy of Company B They made him blow a bugle for his Uncle Sam It really brought him down because he couldn't jam The captain seemed to understand Because the next day the cap' went out and drafted a band And now the company jumps when he plays reveille He's the boogie woogie bugle boy of Company B A-toot, a-toot, a-toot-diddelyada-toot He blows it eight-to-the-bar, in boogie rhythm He can't blow a note unless the bass and guitar is playin' with 'I'm He makes the company jump when he plays reveille He's the boogie woogie bugle boy of Company B He was our boogie woogie bugle boy of Company B And when he plays boogie woogie bugle he was buzy as a "bzzz" bee And when he plays he makes the company jump eight-to-the-bar He's the boogie woogie bugle boy of Company B Toot-toot-toot, toot-diddelyada, toot-diddelyada Toot, toot, he blows it eight-to-the-bar He can't blow a note if the bass and guitar isn't with 'I'm A-a-a-and the company jumps when he plays reveille He's the boogie woogie bugle boy of Company B He puts the boys asleep with boogie every night And wakes 'em up the same way in the early bright They clap their hands and stamp their feet Because they know how he plays when someone gives him a beat He really breaks it up when he plays reveille He's the boogie woogie bugle boy of Company B Da-doo-da da-doo-da-da da Da-doo-da da-doo-da-da da Da-doo-da da-doo-da-da da Da-doo-da da-doo-da-da A-a-a-and the company jumps when he plays reveille He's the boogie woogie bugle boy of Company B!
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Written by: DON RAYE, HUGHIE PRINCE
Lyrics © THE SONGWRITERS GUILD OF AMERICA, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
History"Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" was originally recorded by The Andrews Sisters in 1941. Bette Midler’s version, which kicked off her career, was released in 1972.
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World War II ConnectionThe song captures the spirit of World War II, as it was introduced by the Andrews Sisters in Abbot & Costello's musical film "Buck Privates."
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Grammy AwardsBette Midler's version of "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" earned her a Grammy Award in 1973 for the Best Female Pop Vocal Performance.
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Song's OriginThe song was written by Don Raye and Hughie Prince.
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Chart SuccessThe Andrews Sisters' version of the song peaked at No.6 on US charts during the initial release. Midler’s version reached No.8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1973.
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Iconic Line-UpFor Bette Midler, her "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" performance often included a trio in Andrews Sisters-style uniforms. This referred back to the original version which was performed by the three Andrews Sisters.
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Song ThemeThe song tells the story of a street musician who is drafted into the military during World War II and made the bugler because of his unique style of playing.
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ImpactThe Andrews Sisters' version of the song is considered an iconic World War II tune and is recognized in the Grammy Hall of Fame. In 2006, it was selected for preservation in the National Recording Registry by the Library of Congress.
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Music VideoIn Midler’s rendition, she also stars in the accompanying music video where she plays all three parts, effectively recreating the Andrews Sisters look and stylized choreography.
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Song's Influence"Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" has been covered by numerous artists from different genres and has often been used in movies and commercials. The song’s catchiness and its connection to a significant period in history have helped it stay relevant over the years.
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