Ooh Poo Pah Doo

Jessie Hill

About Ooh Poo Pah Doo

"Ooh Poo Pah Doo" is a song written by and performed by Jessie Hill. It reached #3 on the U. S. R&B chart and #28 on the U. S. pop chart in 1960. The song was arranged and produced by Allen Toussaint.


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Yo-o-oh!
(Yo-o-oh!)
Yo-o-oh!
(Yo-o-oh!)
Ooh, yeah!
(Ooh, yeah!)

I wanna tell you 'bout ooh poo pah doo
Baby, they call me the most
Ooh poo pah doo
Baby, they call me the most (call me the most)
And I won't stop tryin' till I create disturbance in your mind
Oh, ooh poo pah doo
Baby, they call me the most
Ah, yeah, right now!
Baby, don't you know they call me the most?
And I won't stop tryin' till I create disturbance in your mind

Oh, create disturbance in your mind
(Create disturbance in your mind) oh, yeah, right now
Baby, don't you know it's in your mind? (create disturbance in your mind)
And I won't stop tryin' till I create disturbance in your mind

Oh, ooh poo pah doo
Baby, they call me the most
Oh, mama, mama, mama, mama
Baby, don't you know they call me the most?
And I won't stop tryin' till I create disturbance in your mind

Oh, gonna ring a few bells in your ear
Ring a few bells
Oh, yeah right now
Baby, don't you know it's in your ear?

Oh-oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh
Oh
Oh

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Jessie Hill

Jessie Hill (December 9, 1932 — September 17, 1996) was an American R&B and Louisiana bluessinger and songwriter, best remembered for the classic song, "Ooh Poo Pah Doo". more »

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12 facts about this song

Origin of the Song
"Ooh Poo Pah Doo" is a song written and performed by New Orleans musician Jessie Hill. It was released as a single in 1960.
Chart Success
By the summer of 1960, the song became a favorite in Louisiana and eventually climbed up to #3 on Billboard's R&B chart and #28 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Song Creation
"Ooh Poo Pah Doo" was created on the piano by Jessie Hill and was originally a part of his carnival performances.
Song Reputation
The song is well-known for its catchy, repetitive lyrics and a brass band arrangement that reflects the musical culture of New Orleans.
Cover Versions
Over its lifetime, "Ooh Poo Pah Doo" has been covered by various artists, including Ike and Tina Turner, The Animals, and Creedence Clearwater Revival.
Live Performances
The song remains a staple in live performances in New Orleans and is often covered during the annual New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.
Variation in Lyrics
The song is often performed with modified lyrics by different bands and musicians which gives it a unique flavor in each performance.
Record Label
"Ooh Poo Pah Doo" was originally recorded on Minit Records, a New Orleans-based record label.
Musical Influence
The song is considered a classic in New Orleans rhythm and blues and has influenced a number of other musicians.
Cultural Significance
In New Orleans, the phrase "Ooh Poo Pah Doo" is deeply ingrained in the city’s cultural vernacular and is used in many casual conversations and in contexts away from music.
Family Legacy
A bar named Ooh Poo Pah Doo, named after the song, was opened in New Orleans by Judy Hill, Jessie Hill's granddaughter, carrying on the family’s musical legacy.
Awards and Honors
In 2011, Hill’s original version of the song was given a classic of Blues Recording - Single or Album Track award by the Blues Foundation.

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