Holy Cow

Lee Dorsey

About Holy Cow

"Holy Cow" is a song written by Allen Toussaint and performed by Lee Dorsey. It reached #6 on the UK Singles Chart, #10 on the U. S. R&B chart, and #23 on the U. S. pop chart in 1966. It was featured on his 1966 album Working in the Coal Mine - Holy Cow. The song was arranged Allen Toussaint and produced by Toussaint and Marshall Sehorn.


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1987
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I can't weep and I can't eat 
Since you walked out on me 
Holy smoke, what you doin to me, yeah 
I can't eat and I can't sleep, yeah 
Since you walked out on me, yeah 
Holy cow, whatcha doin, child, child 

Whatcha doin, whatcha doin, child 
 
No joke 
Hey hey hey 

Hurts my bones, the job I lost 
Since you walked out on me 
Holy smoke, what you doin to me, yeah 
Walkin the ledge, my nerves on edge 
Since you walked out on me, yeah 
Holy cow, whatcha doin, child, child 

 
Whatcha doin, whatcha doin, child 
 
No joke 
Hey hey hey 

I can't weep and I can't eat 
Since you walked out on me 
Holy smoke, what you doin to me, yeah 
I can't eat and I can't sleep 
Since you walked out on me 
Holy cow, whatcha doin, child 

 
Whatcha doin, whatcha doin, child

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Lee Dorsey

Lee Dorsey (December 24, 1924 – December 2, 1986) was an African American pop/R&B singer during the 1960s. Much of his work was produced by Allen Toussaint with instrumental backing provided by the Meters. more »

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Written by: Allen Toussaint

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9 facts about this song

Album Release
"Holy Cow" is a song by Lee Dorsey, written by Allen Toussaint. It was released in 1966 and is a part of the album "The New Lee Dorsey".
Chart Rankings
The song was a hit, reaching number 10 on the US Billboard Hot Rhythm and Blues Singles chart and number 23 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Songwriting Skills
The track showcases Allen Toussaint's exceptional songwriting skill. He uses humor and wit to articulate a story of a man contemplating the possible dark side of love and relationships.
Soundtrack Feature
The song was featured in the soundtrack of the 2014 film "A Most Wanted Man," directed by Anton Corbijn.
Covered by Various Artists
"Holy Cow" has been covered by numerous artists throughout the years, reflecting its enduring appeal. Some of these include "The Band," in their album "Moondog Matinee," and "Elvis Costello & The Attractions" for the album "Out Of Our Idiot".
Personal Preference
Paul McCartney, of The Beatles fame, has publicly stated that "Holy Cow" is one of his favorite songs.
British Invasion
Though not as well-known in the UK upon its initial release, the song became quite popular during the British Invasion of the 1960s and has been played on British radio stations ever since.
Allen Toussaint
Allen Toussaint, the songwriter of "Holy Cow," is a renowned figure in the world of American music. He has received numerous awards, including the National Medal of Arts, awarded by President Obama in 2013.
Lee Dorsey
Lee Dorsey, the singer of the song, is a notable American singer who was massively popular during the mid-20th century. He was known for his smooth vocal delivery, which was perfectly showcased in "Holy Cow".

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