Chattanooga Choo Choo
Lawrence Welk · Other Songs - Lawrence Welk
Pardon me boy, is that the Chattanooga Choo Choo?
Track twenty nine, boy you can gimme a shine
I can afford to board a Chattanooga Choo Choo
I've got my fare and just a trifle to spare
You leave the Pennsylvania station 'bout a quarter to four
Read a magazine and then you're in Baltimore
Dinner in the diner, nothing could be finer
Than to have your ham 'n' eggs in Carolina
When you hear the whistle blowin' eight to the bar
Then you know that Tennessee is not very far
Shovel all the coal in, gotta keep it rollin'
Woo, woo, Chattanooga, there you are
There's gonna be a certain party at the station
Satin and lace, I used to call funny face
She's gonna cry until I tell her that I'll never roam
Track twenty nine, boy you can gimme a shine
I can afford to board a Chattanooga Choo Choo
I've got my fare and just a trifle to spare
You leave the Pennsylvania station 'bout a quarter to four
Read a magazine and then you're in Baltimore
Dinner in the diner, nothing could be finer
Than to have your ham 'n' eggs in Carolina
When you hear the whistle blowin' eight to the bar
Then you know that Tennessee is not very far
Shovel all the coal in, gotta keep it rollin'
Woo, woo, Chattanooga, there you are
There's gonna be a certain party at the station
Satin and lace, I used to call funny face
She's gonna cry until I tell her that I'll never roam
Chattanooga Choo Choo
Lawrence Welk's 1946 recording of 'Chattanooga Choo Choo' became an instant radio hit, defining the swing era's sound with its infectious rhythm and upbeat tempo. The song's catchy melody and distinctive vocal delivery by Welk propelled it to number one on the charts, establishing it as a cultural touchstone for American music. Its enduring popularity stems from its ability to evoke nostalgia and joy, making it a staple at social gatherings and a beloved standard in the swing repertoire. The track exemplifies the genre's characteristic brass arrangements and danceable groove that captivated audiences across the nation during the mid-20th century.