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About Gone Fishin'
Gone Fishin' is a song written by Nick and Charles Kenny and recorded by Bing Crosby and Louis Armstrong in 1951. The song had been published in 1950 and was recorded by Arthur Godfrey, The Three Suns with Texas Jim Robertson, and by the Johnny Guarnieri Quintet in 1950. None of these recordings charted. The Crosby recording came about when the singer had Armstrong as a guest on his radio show which was being taped on April 19, 1951 for broadcast on April 25 that year. As was customary, the songs to be used in the broadcast were taped in advance as a back-up in case the live broadcast versions did not go well. The song was so well received that Decca Records decided to issue the pre-recording commercially and it charted briefly in June 1951 with a peak position of #19. Crosby used the song in his concert performances in 1976 singing it with comedian Ted Rogers. The duet with Louis Armstrong is still heard frequently on radio. The song was later recorded by Pat Boone, Gene Autry and The Manhattan Transfer.more »
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I'll tell you why I can't find yaEvery time to your place you've gone fishin'Well, how you know?Well, there's a sign upon your door (uh-huh)Gone fishin' (I'm real gone, man)You ain't working anymore (could be!)There's your hoe out in the sunWhere you left a row half-doneYou claim that hoein' ain't no fun (but I can prove it!)You ain't got no ambitionGone fishin,'By a shady, wady pool (shangri-la! really la!)I'm wishin'I could be that kind of fool (shall I twist your arm?)I'd say "no more work for mine" (welcome to the club)On my door, I'd hang a sign, "gone fishin'"Instead of just wishin'Papa Bing (yeah, Louie?) I stopped by your place a time or two latelyAnd you weren't home either!Well, I'm a busy man, Louie, I got a lot of big deals cookingI was probably tied up at the studioYou wasn't tied up, you dog, you was just plain ol'Gone fishin' (bah-boo-bah-boo-bah-boo-bah-boo-bah)There's a sign upon your door (pops, don't blab it around, will you?)Gone fishin' (keep it shady, I got me a big one staked out)Mmm, you ain't workin' anymore (I don't have to work, I got me a piece of gary)Cows need milkin' in the barn (I have the twins on that detail, they each take a side)But you just don't give a darn (give 'em four bits a cow and hand lotion)You just never seem to learn (man, you taught me)You ain't got no ambition (you're convincin' me)Gone fishin' (bah-boo-dah-do-dah-do-dah-do)Got your hound dog by your side (that's old cindy-lou goin' with me)Gone fishin' (mmm-hmm-hmm-hmm-hmm)Fleas are bitin' at his hide, mmm (get away from me boy, you bother me)Folks won't find us now becauseMister Satch and mister CrosWe gone fishin'Instead of just a-wishin'Bah-boo-baby-bah-boo-bah-bay-mmm-bo-bayOh yeah!
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Louis Armstrong
Louis Armstrong (August 4, 1901 – July 6, 1971), nicknamed Satchmo or Pops, was an American jazz trumpeter and singer from New Orleans, Louisiana. more »
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Written by: CHARLES F KENNY, NICK A KENNY
Lyrics © BOURNE CO., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
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9 facts about this song
Song Creation"Gone Fishin'" is a popular song written by Charles F. Kenny and Nick A. Kenny. |
Arthur Godfrey's VersionArthur Godfrey, who was widely known for his radio and television broadcasting career, performed a version of "Gone Fishin'". |
Bing Crosby's VersionBing Crosby and Louis Armstrong’s rendition of "Gone Fishin'" is one of the most recognized and significant versions. - The recording session happened on April 25, 1951, and the song became a hit. - The song was a hit charting at number 19 on Billboard charts, and it featured Crosby’s relaxed baritone vocals paired with Armstrong’s jazz-style brilliant execution. |
Gene Autry's VersionGene Autry, the singing cowboy, also covered "Gone Fishin'", adding his own country-western style to the tune. |
Louis Armstrong’s VersionLouis Armstrong’s version with Bing Crosby gained popularity, as Armstrong’s trumpet improvisations added a unique jazz twist to the classic song. - This version was included in Armstrong’s autobiography, "Satchmo: My Life in New Orleans". |
Pat Boone’s VersionPat Boone, a popular American singer and actor, also recorded a rendition of "Gone Fishin'". |
The Manhattan Transfer's VersionThe Manhattan Transfer, a jazz vocal group, included "Gone Fishin'" in their 1997 album, "Swing". - Their version received critical acclaim for highlighting the harmony and combined vocal talent of the group’s members. |
Pop Culture ReferencesThe song has been featured in multiple films and TV shows due to its catchy tune and positive vibe. One notable inclusion was in the film, "We're No Angels" featuring Humphrey Bogart. - It has been performed by various artists in different music genres, demonstrating its universal appeal and timeless charm. |
Song’s ThemeThe song's lyrics share a narrative about leaving troubles behind and enjoying a peaceful day of fishing. The lyrics often resonate with listeners, contributing to the song's persistent popularity. |
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