Pretty Baby [Radio Broadcast]
Al Jolson · Other Songs - Al Jolson
You hate to have me call you Pretty Baby,
I really thought that I was pleasing you,
For you're just a baby to me.
Your cunning little dimples and your baby stare,
Your baby talk and baby walk and curly hair,
Your baby smile makes life worth while,
You're just as sweet as you can be.
Your mother says you were the cutest kid,
No wonder, dearie, that I'm wild about you,
And all the cunning things you said and did.
Why, I love to fondly recall,
Ann just like Peter Pan, it seems you'll always be
The same sweet, cunning, Little Baby dear to me.
And that is why I'm sure that I will always love you best of all.
Everybody loves a baby that's why I'm in love with you,
Pretty Baby, Pretty Baby,
And I'd to be your sister, brother, dad and mother too,
Pretty Baby, Pretty Baby.
Won't you come and let me rock you in my cradle of love,
And we'll cuddle all the time.
Oh! I want a Lovin' Baby and it might as well be you,
Pretty Baby of mine.
About Pretty Baby [Radio Broadcast]
Al Jolson's "Pretty Baby [Radio Broadcast]" stands as a definitive example of his electrifying vocal style and showmanship during the golden age of radio. Recorded in the late 1920s, this track captures the essence of Jolson's ability to blend theatricality with popular songwriting, a hallmark that defined his career and influenced generations of singers. The recording showcases his signature vibrato and dynamic range, delivering a performance that was both intimate and grand, perfectly suited for the broadcast medium of the era. As a staple of his discography, the song reflects the jazz-inflected pop sound that characterized early sound recordings. While the specific album placement may vary in historical records, the track remains a significant piece of musical history, representing Jolson's mastery of the genre and his role in popularizing the microphone as a tool for musical expression. The recording serves as a testament to his enduring legacy as one of the most influential vocalists of the 20th century.