On The Atchison, Topeka And The Santa Fe
Bing Crosby · Other Songs - Bing Crosby
I figure that it's engine number forty-nine
She's the only one that'll sound that way
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
See the old smoke risin' 'round the bend
I reckon that she knows she's gonna meet a friend
Folks around these parts get the time of day
From the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
Here she comes
Woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo
Hey Jim, you better get out the rig
Woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo
She's got a list of passengers that's pretty big
And they'll all want lifts to Brown's Hotel
'Cause lots of them been travellin' for quite a spell
All the way from Philadelphia
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
Do you hear that whistle down the line?
I figure that it's engine number forty-nine
She's the only one that'll sound that way
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
See the old smoke risin' 'round the bend
I reckon that she knows she's gonna meet a friend
Folks around these parts get the time of day
From the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
Here she comes
Woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo
Hey Jim, you better get out the rig
Woo, woo, woo, woo, woo, woo
She's got a list of passengers that's pretty big
And they'll all want lifts to Brown's Hotel
'Cause lots of them been travellin' for quite a spell
All the way from Philadelphia
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
Doo, doo, daa, the good old A.T. and the Santa Fe
On The Atchison, Topeka And The Santa Fe
Bing Crosby's rendition of 'On The Atchison, Topeka And The Santa Fe' stands as a defining example of his mastery over American popular song. Released during the height of his career, the track captures the nostalgic spirit of the American West through a smooth, crooning delivery that became synonymous with the singer. The composition, written by Harry Warren and Johnny Mercer, blends upbeat swing rhythms with lyrical storytelling about the romance of train travel. Crosby's interpretation transformed the piece into a standard, showcasing his ability to elevate material into enduring classics. This recording remains a cornerstone of his extensive discography, reflecting the golden age of vocal performance where technical precision met emotional warmth. It continues to resonate with listeners who appreciate the timeless quality of mid-century pop and the enduring legacy of one of the most influential voices in music history.