Kansas City

Wilbert Harrison

About Kansas City

"Kansas City" is a rhythm and blues song written by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller in 1952. First recorded by Little Willie Littlefield the same year, the song later became a chart-topping hit when it was recorded by Wilbert Harrison in 1959. "Kansas City" is one of Leiber and Stoller's "most recorded tunes, with more than three hundred versions," with several appearing in the R&B and pop record charts.


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I'm going to Kansas City, Kansas City here I come
I'm going to Kansas City, Kansas City here I come
They got some crazy lil' women there
And I'm gonna get me one.

I'm gonna be standing on the corner
Of Twelfth Street and Vine
I'm gonna be standing on the corner
Of Twelfth Street and Vine
With my Kansas City baby
And a bottle of Kansas City wine.

Well I might take a train
I might take a plane, but if I have to walk
I'm going just the same
I'm going to Kansas City, Kansas City here I come
They got some crazy lil' women there
And I'm gonna get me one.

Oh but you know yeah

Now if I stay with that woman, I know I'm gonna die
Gotta find a brand new baby
That's the reason why
I'm going to Kansas City, Kansas City here I come

They got some crazy lil' women there and I'm gonna get me one
They got some crazy lil' women there and I'm gonna get me one
They got some crazy lil' women there and I'm gonna get me one

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Wilbert Harrison

Wilbert Charles Harrison (January 5, 1929 – October 26, 1994) was an American rhythm and blues singer, pianist, guitarist and harmonica player. more »

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Written by: Jerry Leiber, Mike Stoller

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12 facts about this song

Birth of the Song
The song "Kansas City" was originally written by the famous duo Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller in 1952.
First Recording
It was first recorded by Little Willie Littlefield under the title "K.C. Lovin'".
Changed Name
When Wilbert Harrison recorded it in 1959, the song was renamed "Kansas City".
Chart Performance
Wilbert Harrison's version of "Kansas City" was a significant hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100.
Multiple Versions
The song has been performed and recorded by several artists in various genres, including The Beatles and Peggy Lee.
Song's Theme
"Kansas City" talks about the anticipation of a man to visit Kansas City due to hearing about the women there and the adventurous experience.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Harrison's version of "Kansas City" was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001.
Beatles’ Version
The Beatles cast a shadow over Wilbert Harrison's version of "Kansas City" when they released their cover on the album "Beatles for Sale" in 1964.
Fats Domino’s Version
In 1964, Fats Domino also recorded "Kansas City," and his version of the song peaked at #27 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Grammy Hall of Fame
"Kansas City" has been honored by the Grammy Hall of Fame, being inducted in 2008.
Cinema Inclusion
This song was included in the soundtrack of the 1982 film "An Officer and a Gentleman."
Cultural Recognition
Recognizing its enduring popularity and cultural significance, the U.S. Library of Congress added "Kansas City" to the National Recording Registry in 2018.

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