On The Atchison, Topeka And The Santa Fe
Peggy Lee · Other Songs - Peggy Lee
I figure that it's engine number forty-nine
She's the only one that'll sound that way
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
See the old smoke risin' 'round the bend
I reckon that she knows she's gonna meet a friend
Folks around these parts get the time of day
From the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
Here she comes, woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-woo
Hey Jim, you better get out the rig, woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-woo
She's got a list of passengers that's pretty big
And they'll all want lifts to Brown's Hotel
'Cause lots of them been travellin' for quite a spell
All the way from Philadelphia
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
Do you hear that whistle down the line
I figure that it's engine number forty-nine
She's the only one that'll sound that way
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
See the old smoke risin' 'round the bend
I reckon that she knows she's gonna meet a friend
Folks around these parts get the time of day
From the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
Here she comes, woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-woo
Hey Jim, you better get out the rig, woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-oo-woo-woo
She's got a list of passengers that's pretty big
And they'll all want lifts to Brown's Hotel
'Cause lots of them been travellin' for quite a spell
All the way from Philadelphia
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
On the Atchison, Topeka and the Santa Fe
Doo-doo-da
The good old A.T. and the Santa Fe
On The Atchison, Topeka And The Santa Fe
Peggy Lee's rendition of "On The Atchison, Topeka And The Santa Fe" stands as a definitive example of her sophisticated jazz and pop sensibilities. Originally composed by Harry Warren and Johnny Mercer, the song captures the romantic allure of American rail travel, a theme Lee interprets with her signature cool detachment and rhythmic precision. Her vocal performance transforms the upbeat narrative into a timeless classic, showcasing her ability to imbue standard material with unique emotional depth. This recording highlights her mastery of phrasing and timing, hallmarks of a career that spanned decades and influenced countless vocalists. As part of her extensive discography, the track remains a beloved staple, reflecting the enduring appeal of mid-century American songwriting and Lee's unparalleled artistry in bringing such stories to life.