Black Strap Molasses
Jimmy Durante, Jane Wyman, Groucho Marx, Danny Kaye
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Black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread Makes you live so long you wish you were dead You add some yogurt and you'll be well fed With black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread My grandpa's older than the old grey mare He sits a-rockin' in his rockin' chair But now he's got a smile that he can't lose Grandma's sittin' knittin' baby shoes From eatin' black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread Makes you live so long you wish you were dead You add some yogurt and you'll be well fed With black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread I gave up cherry pie and T-bone steak Chicken fricassee and ice cream cake I don't need vitamins or pills at all I even mix it with my Hadacol I'm eatin' black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread Makes you live so long you wish you were dead You add some yogurt and you'll be well fed With black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread My nerves were jumpy and I'd walk the floor I never got to sleep till after four But since I'm eatin' right I feel okay I'm sleepin' every night and half the day From eatin' black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread Makes you live so long you wish you were dead You add some yogurt and you'll be well fed With black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread Now I was thinner than a pencil line Had no muscles and I had no spine But now I'm friskier than a pup All you have do is prop me up Just feed me black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread Makes you live so long you wish you were dead You add some yogurt and you'll be well fed With black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread I know a fella who is ninety-two Doctors told the guy that he was through But now that the doctor has been proven wrong He's got more hop in him than Hopalong From eatin' black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread Makes you live so long you wish you were dead You add some yogurt and you'll be well fed With black strap molasses and the wheat germ bread
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Written by: CARMENE ENNIS, MARILOU HARRINGTON
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Collaborative Effort"Black Strap Molasses" is a novelty song released in 1951, which features the combined talents of Danny Kaye, Groucho Marx, and Jimmy Durante.
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Unique Song GenreThe song falls into a unique genre of comedy and satire, showcasing the witty humor and musical prowess of its performers.
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Featured QuartetAside from the three well-known performers, actress Jane Wyman also joined the quartet to perform this song.
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Humorous Health Advice"Black Strap Molasses" is a comical take on the health benefits of black strap molasses, celebrated in the early 20th century as a health supplement.
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Album ReleaseThe song was a track included in the album "Artists and Models," which was recognized as one of the popular comedic releases of its time.
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Radio Show OriginOriginally, the song was performed on "The Jimmy Durante Show" which aired on radio during the 1950s.
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TV PerformanceThe quartet performed the song live on CBS Television on September 30, 1951, which helped boost its popularity.
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Song PopularityDespite its satirical nature, the song was quite popular during its time and is considered a classic piece of comedy music history.
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Groucho Marx's ProwessKnown for his quick wit, "Black Strap Molasses" added to Groucho Marx's reputation as one of the world's funniest comedians.
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Varied CareersAll four artists had varied careers in entertainment. Danny Kaye was an acclaimed actor, singer, and comedian; Groucho Marx was a comedian and film and television star; Jimmy Durante was a comedian, pianist, and actor; while Jane Wyman was an actress, singer, dancer, and philanthropist.
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Rare Collaboration"Black Strap Molasses" is one of the few documented collaborations between these entertainment stalwarts.
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