Papa-Oom-Mow-Mow
The Rivingtons
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Pa pa pa pa Papa oom ma mow mow Papa oom mow mow Pa pa pa oom ma ma ma mow Papa oom mow mow Di di dit - papa oom ma mow mow Papa oom mow mow Di di dit - pa pa pa oom ma ma ma mow Papa oom mow mow Pomm (pomm) - funniest sound I ever heard - (pomm) Pomm Pomm (pomm) - I couldn't understand a single word - (pomm) Pomm Is he serious Or is he playing Oom mow mow is all he's saying Papa oom - pomm Pomm - papa papa papa oom Pomm pomm Di di dit - pa pa pa oom ma ma ma mow Papa oom mow mow Di di dit - pa pa oom ma mow mow Papa oom mow mow Pomm (pomm) - I said a hey there partner what's your name - (pomm) Pomm Pomm (pomm) - now don't you dare tell me the same old thing - (pomm) Pomm The words you sang, I can't figure out But you've got a sound, make me stomp and shout Papa oom - pomm Pomm - papa papa papa oom Pomm pomm Di di dit - papa oom ma mow mow - dit dit Papa oom mow mow Di di dit - pa pa pa oom ma ma ma mow -dit dit Papa oom mow mow Di di dit - di di dit - di di dit (pa pa pa pa) Papa oom ma mow mow Papa oom mow mow Di di dit - pa pa pa oom ma ma ma mow Papa oom mow mow Pomm (pomm) - and now I hear this sound everywhere I go - (pomm) Pomm (pomm) - on records, tv and a radio - (pomm) Pomm And now it's spreadin' all over the land I still can't seem to understand Papa oom Papa papa papa oom
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Written by: AL FRAZIER, ALFRED FRAZIER, JOHN HARRIS, TURNER, CARL WHITE, JR. WILSON, TURNER WILSON JR
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Historic Origin"Papa-Oom-Mow-Mow" is a novelty nonsense song by the Rivingtons, released in 1962. It's widely known for its distinctive "bird sound" effects.
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Chart PositionThe song charted at No. 48 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States, making it a modest hit for the group.
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InfluenceThe chorus and basic structure of "Papa-Oom-Mow-Mow" were later used by the Trashmen for their 1963 hit, "Surfin' Bird," which reached No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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Pop Culture Impact"Surfin' Bird," rooted in "Papa-Oom-Mow-Mow," has been covered by multiple artists and featured in numerous television shows and movies, thus increasing the original song's influence and recognition.
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Band CompositionThe Rivingtons was a 1960s doo-wop group composed of lead vocalist Carl White, tenor Al Frazier, baritone Sonny Harris, and bass singer Turner Wilson Jr.
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Copyright IssuesThe Rivingtons sued the Trashmen for plagiarizing their songs, "Papa-Oom-Mow-Mow" and "The Bird's the Word," for "Surfin' Bird". The case was settled out of court, and the Trashmen had to give songwriting credit to The Rivingtons.
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Cultural Impact"Papa-Oom-Mow-Mow" has been covered by various artists over the years, showing its enduring appeal and cultural impact.
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Unique SoundThe distinctive "Papa-Oom-Mow-Mow" bird call has been noted for its unusual and humorous quality, which made the song stand out at the time of its release.
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Use in MediaThe song, due to its unique catchy tune, has been used in commercials and cartoons, enhancing its visibility in popular culture.
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Album LegacyThe success of "Papa-Oom-Mow-Mow" helped to establish The Rivingtons as a popular doo-wop group of the early 1960s, and it remains one of the group's best-known songs.
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