I'm a Ding Dong Daddy

Phil Harris

About I'm a Ding Dong Daddy

"I'm a Ding Dong Daddy from Dumas" is a song written and sung by Phil Baxter, accompanied by Phil Harris and his orchestra in 1928. It was originally named after the town of Dumas, Texas. Even though there were no music charts back then, it was still a successful song during the 1930s and 1940s. The radio station KDDD-FM in Dumas is named after the song, hence the three D's stand for Ding Dong Daddy. The song is referenced in the series finale of the Comedy Central show Nathan for You.  


Year:
1999
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I reckon you all don't know me at all
I just got here today
My home is way down in a little town
It's not so far away
Everybody for miles around
Calls me by my name
Now that I am in your fair town
You must do the same
For I'm a
 
Ding dong daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff
I'm a clean cut fellow from Horner's Corner
Your ought to see me strut
I'm a caper cuttin' cutie
Got a gal called Katie
She's a little heavy laden but I call her "Baby"
I'm a ding dong daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff
 
I'm a ding dong daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff
I'm a ping pong papa from Pitch Fork Prairie
You ought to see me strut
I'm a ding dong daddy
Got a whiz bang momma
She's a Bear Creek baby and a wampus kitty
I'm a ding dong daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff
 
 I'm a ding dong daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff
I'm a popcorn popper and a big apple knocker
You ought to see me strut
I'm a mamma makin' man
And I just made Mary
She's a big blonde baby from Peanut Prairie
I'm a ding dong daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff
 
I'm a Ding Dong Daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff
I'm a peach-pie papa from Jackson's Hollow
You ought to see me strut
I'm a honey dippin' daddy
Got a hard hearted baby
She's a sheik shakin' Sheba but she can't shake me 
'Cause I'm a ding dong daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff
 
I'm a ding dong daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff
I'm a jug jugglin' Jasper
From Flat Fork Flats, and
You ought to see me strut
I'm a corn-huskin' huskie
Got a gal called Cleta
She's a flip flop flapper
But her brains are in her fee
Oh, I'm a ding dong daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff
 
I'm a ding dong daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff
I'm a cider sipper
From Corn Cob Center
You ought to see me strut
I'm a high powered papa
Got a gal called Susie
She's a fast movin' mamma
But she can't love me, 'cause
I'm a ding dong daddy from Dumas
You ought to see me do my stuff

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Phil Harris

Phil Harris (born Wonga Philip Harris; June 24, 1904 – August 11, 1995) was an American singer, songwriter, jazz musician, actor, and comedian. Though successful as an orchestra leader, Harris is remembered today for his recordings as a vocalist, his voice work in animation (probably most famous later in his career for his roles as bears, one being Baloo in Disney's The Jungle Book, and as Little John in Disney's Robin Hood). He also voiced Thomas O'Malley in Disney's The Aristocats. Harris was also a pioneer in radio situation comedy, first with Jack Benny, and then in a series in which he co-starred with his wife, singer-actress Alice Faye in eight years. more »

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Written by: PHIL BAXTER

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10 facts about this song

Historical Context
"I'm a Ding Dong Daddy" is a song from the swing era of the 1920s and was written by Phil Baxter. Phil Harris later performed a well-known rendition of the song.
Genre
Phil Harris was known for his work in big band, swing, and jazz. "I'm a Ding Dong Daddy" carries these distinctive elements with a catchy jazz beat.
Shinbone Alley Connection
Perhaps best known for his role in the Broadway musical "Shinbone Alley," Phil Harris's rendition of "I’m a Ding Dong Daddy" is reminiscent of his well-loved theatrical performances.
Previous Artists
Before the Phil Harris version, the song was performed by other artists like Louis Armstrong and Bob Wills.
Impact
The song's catchy tune and enjoyable performances made it a significant hit during the swing era—it helped cement Harris's popularity as a singer.
Versatility
Apart from being a successful singer, Phil Harris was an accomplished actor, best known for his voice-over work in Disney movies such as The Jungle Book and The Aristocats.
Notable Lyrics
The song is famous for its repetitive, tongue-twisting line, "I'm a Ding Dong Daddy from Dumas," a nod to the city of Dumas in Texas, where the original writer Phil Baxter allegedly came from.
Broadcast Fame
Phil Harris often performed the song on the radio shows he co-hosted with his wife, Alice Faye, further popularizing it among American households.
Signature Tune
"I'm a Ding Dong Daddy" is often associated with Phil Harris due to his lively rendition of the song, to the point of becoming his signature tune.
Musical Influence
The song is considered iconographic of its period, capturing the spirit and energy of the swing era. Its influence can be seen in later jazz and swing music.

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