I'm Walkin'
Fats Domino · All-Time Greatest Hits
About you and me, I'm hopin'
That you'll come back to me, yeah-yeah
I'm lonely as I can be, I'm waitin'
For your company, I'm hopin'
That you'll come back to me
What you gonna do when the well runs dry?
You gonna run away and hide
I'm gonna run right by your side
For you pretty baby I'll even die
I'm walkin', yes indeed and I'm talkin'
About you and me, I'm hopin'
That you'll come back to me
I'm walkin', yes indeed and I'm talkin'
About you and me, I'm hopin'
That you'll come back to me, mm-mm
I'm lonely as I can be, I'm waitin'
For your company, I'm hopin'
That you'll come back to me
What you gonna do when the well runs dry?
You're gonna sit right down and cry
What you gonna do when I say bye-bye
All you gonna do is dry your eye
I'm walkin', yes indeed and I'm talkin'
About you and me, I'm hopin'
That you'll come back to me
I'm Walkin' - Fats Domino
Fats Domino's 1953 recording of 'I'm Walkin'' stands as a cornerstone of rock and roll history, defined by its infectious rhythm and the artist's signature slide guitar. Released on his 'All-Time Greatest Hits' compilation, the track exemplifies Domino's unique blend of R&B and early rock, characterized by his distinctive vocal delivery and the propulsive beat that propelled him to stardom. The song captures the energy of the mid-1950s era, serving as a blueprint for countless artists who followed. Its enduring appeal lies in its simple yet powerful composition, which has been covered by numerous musicians across generations. As a defining work of Domino's discography, 'I'm Walkin'' remains a vital representation of the genre's evolution and his significant influence on popular music.