Toot, Toot, Tootsie, Goodbye
Bing Crosby · Other Songs - Bing Crosby
Toot, toot, Tootsie, good-bye!
Toot, toot, Tootsie, don't cry
The choo choo train that takes me
Away from you no words can tell how sad it makes me
Kiss me, Tootsie, and then
Do it over again, watch for the mail, I'll never fail
If you don't get a letter then you'll know I'm in jail
Toot, toot, Tootsie don't cry
Toot, toot, Tootsie, good-bye
Toot, toot, Tootsie, good-bye!
Toot, toot, Tootsie, don't cry
The choo choo train that takes me
Away from you no words can tell how sad it makes me
Kiss me, Tootsie, and then
Do it over again, watch for the mail, I'll never fail
If you don't get a letter then you'll know I'm in jail
Toot, toot, Tootsie don't cry
Toot, toot, Tootsie, good-bye
Toot, toot, Tootsie, don't cry
The choo choo train that takes me
Away from you no words can tell how sad it makes me
Kiss me, Tootsie, and then
Do it over again, watch for the mail, I'll never fail
If you don't get a letter then you'll know I'm in jail
Toot, toot, Tootsie don't cry
Toot, toot, Tootsie, good-bye
Toot, toot, Tootsie, good-bye!
Toot, toot, Tootsie, don't cry
The choo choo train that takes me
Away from you no words can tell how sad it makes me
Kiss me, Tootsie, and then
Do it over again, watch for the mail, I'll never fail
If you don't get a letter then you'll know I'm in jail
Toot, toot, Tootsie don't cry
Toot, toot, Tootsie, good-bye
Toot, Toot, Tootsie, Goodbye
Recorded in 1941, Bing Crosby's 'Toot, Toot, Tootsie, Goodbye' stands as a quintessential example of the crooner's signature style, blending smooth vocal delivery with a lively, upbeat tempo. The track exemplifies the swing era's influence on popular music, featuring a playful melody that became synonymous with Crosby's ability to infuse light-heartedness into his performances. As one of his most recognizable hits, the song captures the optimistic spirit of the early 1940s, showcasing his mastery of rhythm and his unique approach to vocal phrasing. Its enduring popularity highlights Crosby's role in shaping the sound of big band and vocal jazz during this pivotal period in American musical history.