Bob White
Carmen McRae · Other Songs - Carmen McRae
He says you've got a corny trill
Bob White, whatcha gonna swing tonight?
I was talking to the mockingbird
He says you are the worst he's heard
Bob White, whatcha gonna swing tonight?
Even the owl tells me you're foul singing those lullaby notes
Don't be a bring down if you can swing down
Give me those high notes
There's a lotta talk about you, Bob
And they're saying you're off the cob
Fake it, Mister B
Take it, follow me, Bob White
I was talking to the whippoorwill
He says you've got a corny trill
Bob White, whatcha gonna swing tonight?
I was talking to the mockingbird
He says you are the worst he's heard
Bob White, whatcha gonna swing tonight?
Even the owl tells me you're foul singing those lullaby notes
Don't be a bring down if you can swing down
Give me those high notes
There's a lotta talk about you, Bob
And they're saying you're off the cob
Fake it, Mister B
You better take it, follow me, Bob White
We're gonna break it up tonight
We're gonna break it up tonight
Bob White
Carmen McRae's 1958 recording of 'Bob White' stands as a definitive example of her mastery of the ballad style. The track showcases McRae's signature vocal technique, characterized by a warm, intimate delivery and a rich, resonant tone that defines the mid-century jazz vocal landscape. As a staple of her discography, the song reflects her deep engagement with the Great American Songbook, interpreting standards with a unique blend of soulful emotion and technical precision. Released during a period when McRae was establishing her reputation as a leading interpreter of jazz standards, the recording captures the essence of her ability to convey complex narratives through her voice alone. It remains a cherished piece within her catalog, celebrated for its timeless quality and its contribution to the legacy of vocal jazz from the late 1950s.