Drinking Wine Spo-Dee-O-Dee
Johnny Burnette Trio · Other Songs - Johnny Burnette Trio
All them catfish, drinkin' that wine
Drinkin' that mess with delight
An' when they get drunk they fight all night
Drinkin' wine spo-dee-o-dee, wine bop-bop
Wine spo-dee-o-dee, drinkin' wine
Drinkin' wine spo-dee-o-dee, pass that bottle to me
Well, I got a nickel, have you got a dime?
Let's get together and buy a little wine
Some by the fifth, some by the quart
When you buy sherry, you're doin' things smart
Drinkin' wine spo-dee-o-dee, wine bop-bop
Wine spo-dee-o-dee, drinkin' wine
Drinkin' wine spo-dee-o-dee, pass that bottle to me
Well, wine-wine-wine, oh, wine-wine-wine
Yeah, wine-wine-wine, oh, wine-wine-wine
Oh down in New Orleans, pass that bottle to me
Drinkin' that mess with delight
An' when they get drunk they fight all night
Knockin' down windows, bang down doors
Drinkin' half a gallon an' then holler for more
Drinkin' wine spo-dee-o-dee, wine bop-bop
Wine spo-dee-o-dee, drinkin' wine
Drinkin' wine spo-dee-o-dee, pass that bottle to me
Oh, wine-wine-wine, oh, wine-wine-wine
Oh, wine-wine-wine, oh, wine-wine-wine
Oh, down in New Orleans, pass that bottle to me
Drinking Wine Spo-Dee-O-Dee
Johnny Burnette Trio's 'Drinking Wine Spo-Dee-O-Dee' stands as a defining track in the early rock and roll canon, showcasing the group's high-energy approach to the genre. Released during the mid-1950s, the recording captures the raw intensity that characterized the Burnette brothers' work alongside their contemporaries. The song features a driving rhythm and distinctive vocal delivery that helped establish the trio's reputation for blending rockabilly with blues influences. As a key song in their discography, it reflects the vibrant musical landscape of the era, emphasizing instrumental prowess and dynamic performance. This track remains a celebrated example of the group's contribution to rock history, highlighting their ability to craft memorable, upbeat compositions that resonated with audiences of the time.