My Old Man's a Dustman
Lonnie Donegan
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15 facts about this song
Release Data"My Old Man's a Dustman" by Lonnie Donegan was released on 31st March 1960.
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Chart PerformanceThe song quite successfully hit number 1 on the UK Singles Chart and stayed on the top for four weeks in April 1960.
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SongwritersThe song was co-written by Lonnie Donegan, Beverly Thorn, and Peter Buchanan.
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Music GenreDonegan's "My Old Man's a Dustman" is categorized under the genre of Skiffle, a type of folk music with a blend of jazz, blues, and American folk.
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Album DetailsThis hit song was included in Donegan's album "More! Tops with Lonnie", which was released the same year, 1960.
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Global ReachApart from achieving monumental success in the UK, the song also topped the charts in Canada, and reached the top 10 in several other nations, including Australia and Norway.
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Lyrics InspirationThe lyrics of the song are largely humorous and are based on a dustman, reflecting the working-class culture of Britain during that time.
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Legacy"My Old Man's a Dustman" is one of Donegan's most popular songs and remains a favorite in the realm of British popular music.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists have recorded their versions of the song, including British comedian, Benny Hill.
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Live PerformancesLonnie Donegan often performed "My Old Man's a Dustman" during his live shows, making it one of his signature songs.
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Recording DetailsThe song was recorded with the accompaniment of a backing band, which included Denny Wright and Mickey Ashman.
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Song DurationThe original version of "My Old Man's a Dustman" lasts for about 3 minutes and 24 seconds.
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Impact on Music SceneThe song played a pivotal role in influencing the growing British pop and rock scene in the early 1960s.
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Song RecognitionIn 2002, "My Old Man's a Dustman" was one of the tracks included in the "Donegan's Collection" compilation album, solidifying its significance in Donegan's discography.
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Usage in MediaThe song has often been used in television and film to evoke the period, and in 2000 it was used in the soundtrack for the film "Billy Elliot".
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