Gimme A Pigfoot And A Bottle Of Beer
Anita O'Day · Other Songs - Anita O'Day
I wouldn't pay twenty-five cents to go in nowhere
'Cause listen here
Up in Harlem every Saturday night
When the highbrows get together its just too tight
They all congregates at an all night strut
And what they do is tut-tut-tut
Old Hannah Brown from 'cross town
Gets full of corn and starts breakin' 'em down
Just at the break of day
You can hear old Hannah say
Gimme a pigfoot and a bottle of beer
Send me 'gain, I don't care
I feel just like I wanna clown
Give the piano player a drink
Because he's bringin' me down!
He's gotta rhythm, Y-e-e-a-a-h!
When he stomps his feet
He sends me right off to sleep
Check all your razors and your guns
We gonna be 'rested when the wagon comes
I wanna pigfoot and a bottle of beer
Send me 'cause I don't care
Play me 'cause I don't care
Gimme a pigfoot and a bottle of beer
Send me 'gain, I don't care
I feel just like I wanna clown
Give the piano player a drink
Because he's bringin' me down
He's got rhythm, Y-e-e-a-a-h!
When he stomps his feet
He sends me right off to sleep
Check all your razors and your guns
Do the shim-sham-shimmy 'til the risin' sun
Give me a reefer and a gang o' gin
Play me 'cause I'm in my sin
Play me 'cause I'm full of gin
Gimme A Pigfoot And A Bottle Of Beer
Anita O'Day's 'Gimme A Pigfoot And A Bottle Of Beer' stands as a quintessential example of her 1950s vocal prowess, blending jazz swing with pop sensibilities. Recorded during the height of her career, the track showcases her signature ability to deliver a smooth, emotive tone that defined the era of female vocalists in the American pop scene. The song reflects the lively, carefree spirit of the mid-century dance floor, capturing the essence of a time when jazz and pop music were seamlessly intertwined. O'Day's delivery transforms a simple request into a memorable anthem, highlighting her talent for making standard material sound fresh and engaging. This recording remains a testament to her influence on the genre, offering listeners a glimpse into the vibrant musical landscape of the 1950s through her distinctive artistry.