Walkin' My Baby Back Home

The Rat Pack, Dean Martin

About Walkin' My Baby Back Home

"Walkin' My Baby Back Home" is a popular song written in 1930 by Roy Turk (lyrics) and Fred E. Ahlert (music). It first charted in 1931 with versions by Nick Lucas (#8), Ted Weems (also #8), The Charleston Chasers (#15), and Lee Morse (#18). A recording made by Jo Stafford on November 9, 1945, was released by Capitol Records as catalog number 20049, and on her album, Songs by Jo Stafford (catalog number B-D23). Harry Richman recorded the song on November 4, 1947. This version was released by Decca Records as catalog number 24391. A major hit version of it was recorded by Nat King Cole, on September 4, 1951 and released by Capitol Records as catalog number 2130. It went to #8 in 1952. The song charted again in 1952 at #4 in a version recorded in February 1952 by Johnnie Ray, released by Columbia Records as catalog number 39750. Ray's version peaked at number 12 in the UK Singles Chart in November 1952. It was the title song from the 1953 film starring Donald O'Connor, Janet Leigh, Buddy Hackett, and Scatman Crothers. In the film the song was performed by O'Connor. In 1962, Monica Zetterlund with Georg Riedel's Orchestra recorded a version of this song with Swedish lyrics by Beppe Wolgers entitled Sakta vi gå genom stan (lit. "Slowly we walk through the city"). It is a subtle tribute to Stockholm, and has in recent years been voted the most popular song about the Swedish capital (in a poll by Radio Stockholm). Zetterlund has had a Stockholm park named after her. more »

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Gee but it's great after being out late
Walking my baby back home
Arm and arm over meadow and farm
Walking my baby back home
We go along harmonizing a song
Or I'm reciting a poem
Owls go by and they give me the eye
Walking my baby back home
We stop for awhile she gives me a smile
Snuggles her head to my chest
We started to pet and that's when I get
Her talcum all over my vest
After I kind of straighten my tie
She has to borrow my comb
One kiss then I continue again
Walking my baby back home
La la la dee la la la dee
Know she's afraid of the dark
So I have to park
Right outside the door 'til it's light
She says if I try to kiss her she'll cry
So I dry her tears off all through the night
La la la dee la la la dee
We stop for awhile she gives me a smile
Snuggles her head to my chest
We started to pet and that's when I get
Her talcum all over my vest
After I kind of straighten my tie
She has to borrow my comb
One kiss then I continue again
Walking my baby back home
Walking my baby back home

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Dean Martin

Dean Martin (born Dino Paul Crocetti; June 7, 1917 – December 25, 1995) was an American singer, film actor, television star and comedian. more »

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Written by: Fred E. Ahlert, Roy Turk

Lyrics © Bluewater Music Corp., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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6 facts about this song

Background Facts "Walkin' My Baby Back Home" is a popular song from the 1930s, first recorded by singer Nick Lucas. - The song was written by Fred Ahlert and Roy Turk. - Over many decades, it was covered by numerous artists, becoming a standard in both pop and jazz.
Dean Martin Singer and actor Dean Martin recorded a version of "Walkin' My Baby Back Home" for his 1958 album "This Is Dean Martin." - Martin’s version of the song is characterized by his distinctive crooner style and smooth, relaxed vocal delivery. - Martin, a member of the "Rat Pack," typically incorporated the song into his live performances.
Johnnie Ray Johnnie Ray, an American singer known for his emotional stage performances, also covered "Walkin' My Baby Back Home." - His version became highly popular in the United Kingdom where Ray enjoyed considerable fame in the 1950s. - Johnnie Ray's rendition set the stage for his successful yet controversial career, as he was one of the first teen idols.
Nat King Cole Legendary American singer and jazz pianist Nat King Cole also recorded "Walkin' My Baby Back Home." - Cole's rendition of the song appeared on his 1952 album, "Nat King Cole Sings for Two In Love." - His interpretation is noted for its warm and velvety vocal delivery, which embodies Cole's characteristic romantic ballad style.
Natalie Cole Natalie Cole, the daughter of Nat King Cole, also recorded this song later in her career. - Her version served as a tribute to her legendary father, included in her 1991 album "Unforgettable... with Love," which predominantly featured covers of her father's hits. - The album won the 1992 Grammy for Album of the Year, reaffirming the lasting popularity of songs like "Walkin' My Baby Back Home."
Ted Weems Bandleader Ted Weems and his orchestra recorded a more upbeat version of "Walkin' My Baby Back Home" back in 1930. - This orchestral version of the song allowed for a variety of instruments, including brass and strings, offering a distinct flavor from the other aforementioned covers. - The popularity of this version added to the song's status as a standard in the popular music repertoire.

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