He was the youngest of seven children: five boys, Larry (1895-1975), Everett (born 1896), Ted (born 1900), Harry (1903-1977, popularly known as Bing Crosby) and Bob; and two girls, Catherine (born 1905) and Mary Rose (born 1907). His parents were English-American bookkeeper Harry Lowe Crosby (1871-1950) and Irish-American Catherine Harrigan (1873-1964), (affectionately known as Kate), the daughter of a builder from County Mayo in Ireland. His paternal ancestors Thomas Prence and Patience Brewster were born in England and immigrated to the U.S. in the 17th century; Brewster's family came over on the Mayflower.
Bob Crosby started singing with Anson Weeks (1931-34) and the Dorsey Brothers (1934-35). He led his first band in 1935, when the former members of Ben Pollack's band elected him as titular leader. His most famous band, the Bob-Cats, was a Dixieland jazz group with members from the Bob Crosby Orchestra. Both the Bob Crosby Orchestra and the smaller Bob-Cats group specialized in Dixieland jazz, presaging the traditional jazz revival of the 1940s. Crosby's singing voice was remarkably similar to that of his brother Bing, but without its range.
The Bob Crosby Orchestra and the Bob Cats included (at various times) Yank Lawson, Billy Butterfield, Muggsy Spanier, Matty Matlock, Irving Fazola, Ward Silloway, Warren Smith, Eddie Miller, Joe Sullivan, Bob Zurke, Jess Stacy, Nappy Lamare, Bob Haggart, Walt Yoder, Jack Sperling, and Ray Bauduc.
Hits included "Summertime" (theme song), "In a Little Gypsy Tea Room," "Whispers in The Dark," "South Rampart Street Parade," "March of the Bob Cats," "Day In, Day Out," "You Must Have Been a Beautiful Baby," "Dolores" and "New San Antonio Rose" (last three with Bing Crosby). A remarkable bass and drums duet between Haggart and Bauduc, "Big Noise From Winnetka," became a hit in 1938-39.
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
Bob Crosby Lyrics
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But the fire is so delightful
And since we've no place to go
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
It doesn't show signs of stopping
And I've bought some corn for popping
The lights are turned way down low
When we finally kiss goodnight
How I'll hate going out in the storm!
But if you'll really hold me tight
All the way home I'll be warm
The fire is slowly dying
And, my dear, we're still goodbying
But as long as you love me so
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
The lyrics to Bob Crosby's song "Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!" convey a message of joy and warmth during a time of harsh winter weather. The lyrics depict a couple spending time together in front of a cozy fireplace, sheltered from the freezing conditions outside. The first verse sets the scene by describing the chilly weather outside but also the comfort of the fire inside. The second verse emphasizes the perseverance of the snowfall, but also the enjoyment of popping corn and creating a peaceful atmosphere.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh the weather outside is frightful
The current weather conditions existing outside are exceedingly grim and unpleasant
But the fire is so delightful
Despite the undesirable climate outside, the warm and cozy fire inside is extremely pleasant
And since we've no place to go
As we have absolutely nowhere to be and nothing to do
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
We should embrace the snowfall and let it continue to accumulate
It doesn't show signs of stopping
The snowfall is not demonstrating any indication of concluding or diminishing
And I've bought some corn for popping
I have procured corn to prepare as a snack for us
The lights are turned way down low
The illumination level has been decreased significantly
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
We should continue to welcome and acknowledge the snowfall
When we finally kiss goodnight
When we eventually conclude our evening and exchange our goodnights
How I'll hate going out in the storm!
The thought of having to depart into the midst of the snowstorm fills me with intense loathing
But if you'll really hold me tight
However, if you were to embrace and hold me firmly
All the way home I'll be warm
I would remain comfortable and snug all throughout our journey homeward
The fire is slowly dying
The flames of the fire are gradually diminishing
And, my dear, we're still goodbying
My dearest, even now we are bidding each other farewell
But as long as you love me so
However, as long as you ardently care for me and express your love
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!
We should take pleasure in the snowfall and encourage it to carry on
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., IMAGEM MUSIC INC
Written by: JULE STYNE, SAMMY CAHN
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there's a radio performance of Bob + bing singing 'jingle Bell's that's been impossible to find... but this is terrific!