Botch-A-Me (Ba-Ba-Baciami Piccina)
Rosemary Clooney
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Botch-a-me I'll-botcha you and ev'rything goes crazy Bah-bah, botch-a-me, bambino Bah-bah-bo, bo, boca piccolino When you kiss me and I'm a-kissa you Tra-la-la-la-la-loo Bah-bah, botch-a-me, my baby Bah-bah-bo, bo, just say "Yes" and maybe If-a you squeeze me and I'm a-squeeza you Tra-la-la-la-la-loo Bee-oo, bye-oh, bee-oo, boo Won't you botch-a-, botch-a-me Bee-oo, bye-oh, bee-oo, boo When you botch-a-me I a-botcha you and ev'rything goes crazy Bah-bah, botch-a-me, bambino Bah-bah-bo, bo, boca piccolino And then we will raise a great big family Tra-la-la-la-la-lee Botch-a-me I'll-botcha you and ev'rything goes crazy Bah-bah, botch-a-me, my baby Bah-bah-bo, bo, just say "Yes" and maybe If-a you squeeze me and I'm a-squeeza you Tra-la-la-la-la-loo Bee-oo, bye-oh, bee-oo, boo Won't you botch-a, botch-a-me "Kiss me" Bee-oo, bye-oh, bee-oo, boo When you botch-a-me I a-botcha you "C'mon a-you, kissa me, eh" Bah-bah, botch-a-me, bambino Bah-bah-bo, bo, boca piccolino And then we will raise a great big family Tra la la la la Bee-oo, bye-oh, bee-oo, boo Botch-a-me, bambino, botch-a-me "That's nice"
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Written by: Luigi Astore, Riccardo Morbelli
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15 facts about this song
Origin"Botch-A-Me (Ba-Ba-Baciami Piccina)" is an American cover version of the Italian song "Ba-Ba-Baciami Piccina" by Luigi Astore.
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Original ComposerThe original Italian song was composed by Luigi Astore, Alberto Rabagliati, and Riccardo Morbelli.
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Release DateRosemary Clooney's version of "Botch-A-Me (Ba-Ba-Baciani Piccina)" was released in 1952.
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Chart AchievementThe song was a massive hit and reached number two on the Billboard chart in 1952.
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Vinyl Records"Botch-A-Me (Ba-Ba-Baciani Piccina)" was additionally released in both 78 rpm and 45 rpm format.
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Signature SongThe song is one of Rosemary Clooney's signature songs which enhanced her career and image.
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English LyricsUnlike the original Italian version, Rosemary Clooney's cover was performed with English lyrics.
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Surprising LyricsThe lyrics, when translated, are about a woman asking a man to kiss her.
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PopularityRosemary Clooney's "Botch-a-Me" has been covered by many artists, demonstrating its enduring popularity.
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GenreThe song falls within the genre of Traditional Pop, a popular genre in the 1940s and 1950s.
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Cultural InfluenceGiven its catchy tune and memorable lyrics, the song tends to appear in many films and other media, making a cultural impact.
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Not to be ConfusedDespite the similar pronunciation, "Botch-A-Me (Ba-Ba-Baciani Piccina)" is not to be confused with fabled Baby Boomer catchphrase "ba da bing ba da boom!"
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Album AppearanceThe song features in the album "Rosemary Clooney: 16 Biggest Hits."
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Movie InclusionIt was also included in the soundtrack of the 1998 film "A Night at the Roxbury."
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Live PerformanceAnother interesting fact is that Clooney performed the song live on her television variety show, "The Rosemary Clooney Show."
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