Juke Box Baby
Perry Como · Icons 4cd [2010]
'Round the old jukebox in the candy store
The joint starts jumpin' till the roof comes tumblin' down
(Choo-choo-wah, choo-choo-wah, shooby-doo-wah)
Jukebox baby, you're the swingin'est doll in town
Jukebox baby, put a nickel in for Maybelline
Jukebox baby, drop another one for Seventeen
Jukebox baby, whisper to your daddy-oh
Three little love words, Kokomo
How ya gonna get your homework done
When you keep that jukebox on the run
You don't dig Latin like ya dig that crazy sound
(Choo-choo-wah, choo-choo-wah, shooby-doo-wah)
Jukebox baby, you're the swingin'est doll in town
Jukebox baby, I hear you knockin'
Jukebox baby, keep the coin box hoppin'
Jukebox baby, tell me sincerely
That you ain't forgettin' no Tina Marie
Hip-hip, hop-hop, ho-ho, aww, hah
Oh, jukebox baby, my jukebox baby, jukebox baby
Jukebox baby, jukebox baby, jukebox baby
All your lunchtime money goes down the slot
You could live on air if the music's hot
You just ain't quittin' till ya rock that clock around
(Choo-choo-wah, choo-choo-wah, shooby-doo-wah)
Jukebox baby, you're the swingin'est doll in town
See ya later
Alligator
Oh hey, ring-a-dinga
What a dungaree doll I've found
Run them there now
Jukebox baby, jukebox baby
You're the wingin'est
Dingin'est, swingin'est doll in town
Juke Box Baby
Perry Como's "Juke Box Baby" stands as a quintessential example of the smooth, romantic pop sound that defined his career. Recorded in the mid-1950s, the track showcases Como's signature gentle vocal delivery, perfectly suited to the upbeat tempo and playful lyrics of the era. As a staple of his discography, the song exemplifies the polished production style typical of his recordings, blending orchestral arrangements with a catchy, danceable rhythm. It remains a beloved track within his catalog, often associated with his appearances on television and radio, where his ability to deliver sophisticated pop melodies became a hallmark of his artistry. The recording captures the optimistic spirit of post-war American entertainment, reflecting the era's focus on light-hearted romance and musical sophistication.