Someone's In The Kitchen With Dinah
Nat King Cole · Macgregor Years [1996]
All the livelong day
I've been working on the railroad
Just to pass the time away
Can't you hear the whistle blowing
Rise up so early in the morn
Can't you hear the captain shouting
Dinah, blow your horn
Dinah, won't you blow
Dinah, won't you blow
Dinah, won't you blow your horn
Dinah, won't you blow
Dinah, won't you blow
Dinah, won't you blow your horn
Someone's in the kitchen with Dinah
Someone's in the kitchen I know
Someone's in the kitchen with Dinah
Strumming on the old banjo, and singing
Fie, fi, fiddly I o
Fie, fi, fiddly I o
Fie, fi, fiddly I o
Strumming on the old banjo
Someone's In The Kitchen With Dinah
Nat King Cole's 1956 recording of 'Someone's In The Kitchen With Dinah' stands as a defining moment in jazz history, blending his signature smooth vocal style with the innovative harmonies of the modern jazz era. Originally composed by Jimmy Van Heusen with lyrics by Sammy Cahn, the song became an instant hit, showcasing Cole's ability to navigate complex chord progressions while maintaining an intimate, conversational tone. Featured on the Macgregor Years compilation, this track exemplifies the sophisticated pop-jazz fusion that characterized Cole's discography during the mid-1950s. Its enduring popularity stems from its melodic structure and Cole's emotive delivery, which transformed a novelty song into a standard that continues to be covered by artists across genres. The recording remains a testament to Cole's mastery of rhythm and melody, cementing his legacy as one of the most influential vocalists of the twentieth century.