Mister Five By Five
Ella Mae Morse · Other Songs - Ella Mae Morse
Here comes Mister Five by Five
He's one of those big fat bouncing boys
Solid avoirdupois!
Mister Five by Five
He's five feet tall and he's five feet wide
He don't measure no more from head to toe
Than he do from side to side
Mister Five by Five
Got fifty chins and a line of jive
He's a mellow old cat, a real hep fat
He be Mister Five by Five
That man
Can really jump it for a fat man
The only trouble is there's no way of knowin'
Whether he's comin' or, or goin'
Mister Five by Five
He's slightly plump on his butter side
He don't shake it no more from head to toe
Than he do from side to side
That man [my, my!]
Can really jump it for a fat man [fat man!]
Boys, the trouble is there's no way of knowin'
Whether he's comin' or, or goin'
Mister Five by Five
He's five feet tall and he's five feet wide
He don't measure no more from head to toe
Than he do
From side to side
Mister Five by Five
Mister Five By Five
Ella Mae Morse delivers a spirited performance of 'Mister Five By Five,' a track rooted in the energetic traditions of early rock and roll and swing. Recorded in the late 1950s, the song showcases Morse's distinctive vocal style, characterized by her powerful delivery and rhythmic phrasing that defined the era's female vocalists. The composition features a driving beat and playful instrumentation typical of the period, capturing the optimism and danceable energy of the time. As part of Morse's discography, the recording reflects her ability to blend traditional rhythm and blues structures with the emerging sounds of rock and roll. The song stands as a testament to the vibrant musical landscape of the late 1950s, highlighting Morse's contribution to the genre through her dynamic interpretation and engaging stage presence.