Yes, My Darling Daughter

Dinah Shore

About Yes, My Darling Daughter

"Yes, My Darling Daughter" is a 1940 song by Jack Lawrence first introduced by Dinah Shore on Eddie Cantor's radio program on October 24, 1940. It was Shore's first solo record, released by Bluebird, and peaked at No. 10 on the Billboard magazine chart. The music used by Lawrence is borrowed a Ukrainian folk-song "Oi ne khody, Hrytsju", which is in turn based on a melody by Catterino Cavos from his vaudeville The Cossack-Poet.


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1996
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I've gotta be good or mama will scold me
Yes, yes, yes
I asked her and this is what she told me
Yes, yes, yes

Mother, may I go out dancing? Yes, my darling daughter
Mother, may I try romancing? Yes, my darling daughter
What if there's a moon, mama darling, and it's shining on the water
Mother, must I keep on dancing? Yes, my darling daughter
What if he'll propose, mama darling, when the night is growing shorter?
Mother, what should be my answer? Yes, my darling daughter

Oh mama, oh mama, oh mama, oh mama

What if he should insist on one embrace, mama,
How can I keep him in his place
If his manner becomes a shade improper?
Tell him that your heart belongs to papa

Mother, will it be exciting? Yes, my darling daughter
Mother, do I look inviting? Yes, my darling daughter
If he holds me tight, mama darling, and my knees just turn to water
Mama must I keep on dancing? Yes, my darling daughter
What if he'll persist, mama darling, doing things he hadn't oughta
Mama, what should be my answer? Yes, my darling daughter

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Dinah Shore

Dinah Shore (born Frances Rose Shore; February 29, 1916 – February 24, 1994) was an American singer, actress, and television personality. She reached the height of her popularity as a recording artist during the Big Band era of the 1940s and 1950s, but achieved even greater success a decade later, in television, mainly as hostess of a series of variety programs for Chevrolet. more »

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Written by: JACK LAWRENCE

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"Yes, My Darling Daughter" was originally released by Dinah Shore in the year 1941.
Genre
The song falls into the genres of Jazz and Traditional Pop, which were immensely popular during the 1940s.
Songwriter
The tune is written by a talented lyricist named Jack Lawrence.
Peak Chart Positions
Remarkably, "Yes, My Darling Daughter" reached number one on Billboard’s Best Seller Chart and stayed there for over two weeks.
Famous Performer
Dinah Shore was among the most engaging and popular American singers during the height of her career in the 1940s and 1950s.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered the song, including Eydie Gorme and Glenn Miller Orchestra, which showcases its enduring popularity.
Best-Selling Single
The track was one of Dinah Shore's highest-grossing songs, solidifying her status as a major star.
Record Label
The song was released under the Victor Records label, which was a significant music recording company in its time.
Influence
"Yes, My Darling Daughter" is credited with helping to cement Dinah Shore's position as a top female singer during the 1940s.
Featured In Films
Various renditions of this song have since been featured in popular culture, particularly in movies and television series, such as in the British movie "We'll Meet Again" (1943).
Aircraft Connection
There is an interesting anecdote associated with the song during WWII, where an aircraft was named "Yes, My Darling Daughter" in the Pacific theater, showing the widespread influence of the song.
Song Theme
"Yes, My Darling Daughter" is a song about a young woman seeking her mother's permission to go out on a date, reflecting the societal norms and expectations of the time.

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