Keep It Gay
Bing Crosby · Other Songs - Bing Crosby
Well I took my baby to the carnival
And I heard that barker yell
Come on and win yourself a pretty Kewpie doll
All you gotta do is ring the bell
Well I swung the hammer just as hard as I could
And you should've heard the wild applause
When bong went the bell and the man said well
I guess the Kewpie doll is yours
I said, give me a doggie or a teddy bear
Or a high school banner for my wall
Cause I got me a real live Kewpie doll
And she's the cutest one of them all
Then we walked down the midway till we saw a crowd
And the man said try your skill
Five shots for a quarter, make a duck hit the water
And give your little baby a thrill
Well my baby smiled and she kissed me once
And I felt I was nine feet tall
Oh, five shots crashed and five ducks splashed
And the man gave me a Kewpie doll
Then my baby said, honey let me try my luck
And knock the milk bottles off the shelf
You should've seen this chick, she was a dead eye dick
Hey I couldn't do better myself
And then my face got red and my chest swelled up
And my eyes bugged outta my head
Cause when the prize turned out to be a Kewpie doll
This is what my baby said
She said, give me a doggie or a teddy bear
Or a high school banner for my wall
Cause I got me a real live Kewpie doll
And he's the cutest one of them all
And I heard that barker yell
Come on and win yourself a pretty Kewpie doll
All you gotta do is ring the bell
Well I swung the hammer just as hard as I could
And you should've heard the wild applause
When bong went the bell and the man said well
I guess the Kewpie doll is yours
I said, give me a doggie or a teddy bear
Or a high school banner for my wall
Cause I got me a real live Kewpie doll
And she's the cutest one of them all
Then we walked down the midway till we saw a crowd
And the man said try your skill
Five shots for a quarter, make a duck hit the water
And give your little baby a thrill
Well my baby smiled and she kissed me once
And I felt I was nine feet tall
Oh, five shots crashed and five ducks splashed
And the man gave me a Kewpie doll
Then my baby said, honey let me try my luck
And knock the milk bottles off the shelf
You should've seen this chick, she was a dead eye dick
Hey I couldn't do better myself
And then my face got red and my chest swelled up
And my eyes bugged outta my head
Cause when the prize turned out to be a Kewpie doll
This is what my baby said
She said, give me a doggie or a teddy bear
Or a high school banner for my wall
Cause I got me a real live Kewpie doll
And he's the cutest one of them all
Keep It Gay
Recorded by Bing Crosby, 'Keep It Gay' stands as a spirited example of the singer's versatility beyond his signature ballads. Released during the mid-20th century, the track reflects the upbeat, dance-oriented side of Crosby's discography, showcasing his ability to deliver a lively performance with a steady rhythm. The song's title and tempo invite listeners to embrace a joyful mood, characteristic of the era's popular music that blended traditional vocal styles with energetic arrangements. As part of Crosby's broader catalog, this recording demonstrates his commitment to diverse musical expression, from romantic standards to lively tunes that encouraged movement and celebration.

