Walking to New Orleans

Fats Domino

About Walking to New Orleans

"Walking to New Orleans" is a 1960 song by Bobby Charles, written for and recorded by Fats Domino. Domino was a hero of Charles. Domino had previously recorded the Charles tune "Before I Grow Too Old". When Domino stopped on tour in Lafayette, Louisiana, he invited Charles into his dressing room, and regretted he did not have a copy of his new record to give to Charles, but invited Charles to come visit him in Domino's home of New Orleans. Charles replied, "I don't have a car. If I'd go, I'd have to walk." Afterwards, the thought remained on Charles's mind, and he said he wrote the song for Domino in some 15 minutes. After he got to New Orleans to accept Domino's invitation, Charles sang "Walking to New Orleans" for Domino. Domino was enthusiastic about the number and made a few modifications to it, including adding a quote from his earlier hit, "Ain't That A Shame". Dave Bartholomew made an orchestration for the backup band, and Domino with Bartholomew and band recorded it in Cosimo Matassa's studio on Rampart Street. 


Year:
1990
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This time I'm walkin' to New Orleans
I'm walkin' to New Orleans
I'm gonna need two pair of shoes
When I get through walkin' these blues
When I get back to New Orleans
I've got my suitcase in my hand
Now ain't that a shame?
I'm leavin' here today
Yes, I'm goin' back home to stay
Yes, I'm walkin to New Orleans
You used to be my honey
Till you spent all my money
No use for you to cry
I'll see you by and by
'Cause I'm walkin' to New Orleans
I've got no time for talkin'
I've go to keep a-walkin'
New Orleans is my home
That's the reason why I'm goin'
Yes, I'm walkin' to New Orleans
I'm walkin' to New Orleans
I'm walkin' to New Orleans

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Fats Domino

Antoine Dominique "Fats" Domino Jr. (born February 26, 1928) is an American R&B and rock and roll pianist and singer-songwriter. He was born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana. Domino is French Creole and Creole was his first language. Domino was delivered at home by his midwife grandmother. Like most families in the Lower Ninth Ward, Domino's family were new arrivals from Vacherie, Louisiana. His father was a well known violinist, and Domino was inspired to play himself. He eventually learned from his uncle, jazz guitarist Harrison Verrett. Fats released five gold (million-copy-selling) records before 1955. Domino also had 35 Top 40 American hits and has a music style based on traditional R&B ensembles of bass, piano, electric guitar, drums, and sa… more »

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Written by: Antoine Domino, Dave Bartholomew, Robert Charles Guidry

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12 facts about this song

Artist's History
"Walking to New Orleans" is a song by Fats Domino, an American pianist and singer-songwriter who was one of the pioneers of rock 'n' roll music.
Song Collaborators
The song was co-written by Dave Bartholomew and Bobby Charles, significant figures in the music industry. Dave Bartholomew was a talented trumpeter, band leader, and songwriter. Bobby Charles was a singer-songwriter known for his Louisiana Rhythm and Blues style.
Release Year
"Walking to New Orleans" was released by Imperial Records in 1960.
Genre
The song falls within the genre of rhythm and blues.
Chart Success
"Walking to New Orleans" was a big hit for Fats Domino, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard R&B chart and No. 6 on the pop chart in the United States.
Song Theme
The song describes the singer's yearning to return to his hometown, New Orleans, after spending time away.
Recording Style
Known for its piano triplet style and strong brass line, the recording reflects the classic New Orleans sound.
Album
The song is part of the album "A Lot of Dominos," which is made up of a series of Fats Domino's hits.
Cultural References
The song has become an anthem for the city of New Orleans and is often played during events celebrating the city's culture and history.
Cover Versions
"Walking to New Orleans" has been covered by several other artists over the years, including Neil Young, Gary “U.S.” Bonds, and Johnny Rivers. Among the most notable is the version by George Benson in 1985.
Relevance after Hurricane Katrina
After the devastating Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the song became an unofficial anthem for the resilience of the people of New Orleans.
Domino's Passing
After Domino's death in 2017, the song regained popularity as a tribute to the late musician and his love for his hometown.

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