Darin was a very special and talented entertainer. He was a Grammy award winning singer ('Mack The Knife'), a respected member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame ('Dream Lover', 'Splish Splash', 'If I Were A Carpenter') a member of the Songwriters Hall of Fame, a successful record producer, an Oscar nominated actor and a strong supporter of the American Heart Association. Bobby was married to actress Sandra Dee from 1960-1967. They had one son, Dodd, born in December 1961. As a result of complications from a rheumatic heart, Bobby's life was tragically cut short in 1973.
Darin's mother, Vanina Cassotto, had given birth to him when she was 16, and as a result, her parents raised Darin as though he were their son while Vanina was presented off as his elder sister. Darin did not learn the truth about his parentage until he was 32.
For more on Bobby Darin, watch "Beyond the Sea," in which Kevin Spacey portrays the entertainer.
Alabamy Bound
Bobby Darin Lyrics
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There'll be no heebie-jeebies hangin' 'round
Just gave the meanest ticket man on earth
All I'm worth to put my tootsies in an upper berth
Just hear that choo-choo sound
It means that pretty soon we'll cover ground
And then I'll holler, so the world will know
I'm Alabamy bound
There'll be no heebie-jeebies hangin' 'round
Just gave the meanest ticket man on earth
Every cent I'm worth to put my eight'n' a halves in an upper berth
Just hear that choo-choo sound
I know that pretty soon we're gonna cover the ground
And then I'll holler, so the world will know
Here I go, I'm Alabamy bound
The lyrics to Bobby Darin's song Alabamy Bound describe the excitement and anticipation of traveling on a train bound for Alabama. The singer is eager to leave their current location, as they sing that there will be "no heebie-jeebies hanging 'round." The ticket man is described as the "meanest on earth," yet the singer eagerly gave him all they were worth to secure an upper berth for their trip. The choo-choo sound of the train is heard, and the singer is eager to cover ground and declare to the world that they are Alabamy bound.
The song is a classic example of the joyful, upbeat music that Darin was known for. In addition, it touches on themes of escape and travel, which were common in mid-20th-century popular culture. The song's lyrics, while simple, evoke a sense of excitement and possibility that would have resonated with many listeners.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm Alabamy bound
I'm headed to Alabama
There'll be no heebie-jeebies hangin' 'round
I won't have any worries or trouble on my journey
Just gave the meanest ticket man on earth
I just gave the most unpleasant ticket seller all my money
All I'm worth to put my tootsies in an upper berth
I spent all the money I had to get a sleeping car ticket
Just hear that choo-choo sound
I can hear the train approaching
It means that pretty soon we'll cover ground
The sound of the train means we'll be traveling quickly soon
And then I'll holler, so the world will know
I'll shout loudly to let everyone know
Hmm, here I go, I'm Alabamy bound
I'm excited and ready to go to Alabama
Contributed by Julian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Daniel
on Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home
One heck of a entertainer. A life cut way to soon. RIP Mr. Darin. Remember one thing he was one of the first Emmy winners, in the late 50s. When the emmys started.