Mississippi Mud
Paul Whiteman Orchestra, Frankie Trumbauer & His Orchestra, Bing Crosby, Bix Beiderbecke, Paul Whiteman
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When the sun goes down, the tide goes out, The people gather 'round and they all begin to shout, "Hey! Hey! Uncle Dud, It's a treat to beat your feet on the Mississippi Mud. It's a treat to beat your feet on the Mississippi Mud". What a dance do they do! Lordy, how I'm tellin' you They don't need no band They keep time by clappin' their hand Just as happy as a cow chewin' on a cud, When the people beat their feet on the Mississippi Mud. Lordy, how they play it! Goodness, how they sway it! Uncle Joe, Uncle Jim, How they pound the mire with vigor and vim! Joy! that music thrills me! Boy! it nearly kills me! What a show when they go! Say! they beat it up either fast or slow. When the sun goes down, the tide goes out, The people gather 'round and they all begin to shout, "Hey! Hey! Uncle Dud, It's a treat to beat your feet on the Mississippi Mud. It's a treat to beat your feet on the Mississippi Mud". What a dance do they do! Lordy, how I'm tellin' you They don't need no band They keep time by clappin' their hand. Just as happy as a cow chewin' on a cud. When the people beat their feet on the Mississippi Mud.
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Written by: HARRY BARRIS, JAMES CAVANAUGH
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11 facts about this song
Collaboration"Mississippi Mud" is a significant collaboration between Bing Crosby and Paul Whiteman. Crosby had been a vocalist in Whiteman's band before starting a successful solo career. Together, they produced this iconic song.
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Historical ValueThe song "Mississippi Mud" was first recorded on January 26, 1927. This song is often seen as a symbol of the vibrant music scene of the 1920s, and it is well regarded for its historical value.
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Songwriter"Mississippi Mud" was written by Harry Barris, who was also a singer and staff musician for Paul Whiteman's orchestra. Barris wrote the song in 1927 and it became a chart hit that year.
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Jazz InfluenceThe song is considered a jazz standard. Its rhythm, melody, and lyrics are strongly influenced by the jazz tradition, demonstrating the genre's immense popularity in the 1920s.
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Chart Performance"Mississippi Mud" was a huge success upon its release. The song was a number one best seller for the Victor record label.
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LegacyOver the years, the song has been covered by numerous artists, including Dean Martin and Bobby Darin. The Bix Beiderbecke and his Gang version of the song from 1928 is particularly renowned, ensuring the song's continuous relevance in jazz and popular music.
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In FilmsThe song "Mississippi Mud" was featured in the 1930 movie "King of Jazz," which starred Paul Whiteman and his orchestra. Bing Crosby, although having left the Whiteman band by then, also made an appearance in the film.
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Musical Structure"Mississippi Mud" is a brisk syncopated tune presented in a two-beat Dixieland jazz style. It is known for its catchy and eccentric aural aesthetics.
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Signature SongDespite having a proficient career in songwriting, "Mississippi Mud" remains the most recognisable and enduring work of songwriter Harry Barris.
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Iconic LyricThe song is notable for the phrase "What a dance do they do, Lordy, how I'm tellin' you," which has been representative of the playfulness and charm of the Roaring Twenties.
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Cultural Representation"Mississippi Mud" paints a romantic picture of the Deep South. The lyrics, dance rhythms, and southern accents used in the song contribute to a stereotypical, but affectionate representation of the southern U.S. during the Jazz Age.
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