Sing, Sing, Sing (With a Swing)
Louis Prima
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Do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do! Do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do! Do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do! Sing sing sing sing, Everybody start to sing, Ooh-hoo, wah-hoo! Now you're singin' with a swing! Sing sing sing sing, Everybody start to sing, Ooh-hoo, wah-hoo! Now you're singin' with a swing! When the music goes around, Everybody goes to town, But here's something you should know, Wo-ho baby, oh-ho-ho! Sing sing sing sing, Everybody start to sing, Ooh-hoo, wah-hoo! Now you're singin' with a swing! Swing swing swing swing, Listen to the trumpets swing! Blow blow blow blow, Listen to the trombones go! When the music goes around, Everybody goes to town, But here's something you should know, Wo-ho baby, ho-ho-ho! Sing sing sing sing, Everybody start to sing, Ooh-hoo, wah-hoo! Everybody go! Do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do! Do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do! Do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do-do-do-do-do, do-do! Come on and ing sing sing sing, Everybody start to sing, Ooh-hoo, wah-hoo! Now you're singin' with a swing! Swing swing swing swing, Everybody start to swing, Ooh-hoo, wah-hoo! Now you're swingin' while you sing! When the music goes around, Oh-ho, everybody goes to town; Just relax and take it slow! Sing sing sing sing, Everybody start to sing, Start singin'! Keep swingin'! Now you're singin' with a swing!
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Written by: LOUIS PRIMA
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12 facts about this song
Historical Background"Sing, Sing, Sing (With a Swing)" was composed by Louis Prima and is best known performed in Benny Goodman's 1937 recording.
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Song StyleThe song integrates anti-racist themes, serving as a bridge between the segregated music world of its time.
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PopularityIt is considered one of the most iconic songs from the Big Band Era, frequently used in pop culture and in particular swing dancing.
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Song StructureThe song has a unique structure, following a traditional jazz arrangement but supplemented with a dynamic drum solo.
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Significant PerformanceThe performance at Carnegie Hall by Benny Goodman and his orchestra in 1938 is particularly famous, featuring a highly-anticipated drum performance by Gene Krupa.
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Influence on MusicThe song played a significant role in the Swing Era and has influenced many musicians in jazz and big band music.
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Music GenreThe song contains elements usually associated with jazz, big band, and swing music.
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Composition"Sing, Sing, Sing (With a Swing)" consists of several sections, each having a distinct melody and rhythm, and featuring different soloists.
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Use in MediaIt has been used in numerous films and commercials over the years due to its instantly recognizable beat and melody.
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RecognitionSome music historians consider "Sing, Sing, Sing (With a Swing)" to be one of the first “drum anthems” in the history of recorded music.
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Unique FactorThis song is unusual as it does not include much singing. The title "Sing, Sing, Sing" is somewhat of a misnomer.
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Impact on DanceIt's one of the most loved songs among swing dancers, often played at Lindy Hop events around the world.
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