Hoop-Dee-Doo
Doris Day · Other Songs - Doris Day
I hear a polka and my troubles are through
Hoop-De-Do, Hoop-De-De
This kind of music is like heaven to me
Hoop-De-Do, Hoop-De-Do
It's got me higher than a kite
Hand me down my soup and fish, I am gonna get my wish
Hoop-De-Doin' it tonight
(When there's a trombone playin', ra-ta-da-da-da)
I get a thrill, I always will
(When there's a concertina stretchin' out a mile)
I always smile 'cause that's my style
When there's a fiddle in the middle oh it really is a riddle how he
plays a tune so sweet
Plays a tune so sweet that I could die
Lead me to the floor and hear me yell for more
'cause I'm a Hoop-Dee-Doin' kind of guy
When there's a fiddle in the middle oh it really is a riddle how he
plays a tune so sweet
Plays a tune so sweet that I could die
(Orchestral Break)
Hoop-De-Do, (Hoop-De-Do)
Hoop-De-Doo, (Hoop-De-Do)
I hear a polka
and my troubles are through)
Hoop-De-De, (Hoop-Dee-Do)
Hoop-De-De, (Hoop-De-De)
This kind of music
is like heaven to me
Hoop-De-Do (Hoop-De-Do)
Hoop-De-Do (Hoop-De-Do)
It's got me higher than a kite
I'm in clover, I'm in bloom
When I'm dancin' give me room
Hoop-de-doin' it with all of my might
Rain may fall and snow may come
Nothin's gonna stop me from
Hoop-De-Doin' it tonight
About Hoop-Dee-Doo
"Hoop-Dee-Doo" stands as a quintessential example of Doris Day's mastery of the doo-wop and pop standards genre, showcasing her distinctive vocal clarity and phrasing. Released during the height of her career, the track exemplifies the smooth, romantic style that defined her discography and solidified her status as a leading interpreter of American songbook classics. The recording captures the era's polished production aesthetic, blending seamlessly with her signature warm tone to create an enduring appeal. As part of her extensive body of work, the song reflects the timeless quality of material that continues to resonate with audiences, highlighting her ability to deliver emotional depth through melody and arrangement rather than complex lyrical narratives. It remains a staple in collections of her most beloved performances, representing the intersection of pop sensibility and traditional vocal artistry.