Walking the Dog
Daltrey Roger Lyrics

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Baby back, dressed in black
Silver buttons all down her back
High hose, tippy toes
She broke the needle and she can sew

Walking the dog
I'm just a walking the dog
If you don't know how to do it

I'll show you how to walk the dog
C'mon now c'mon

I asked her mother for fifteen cents
I see you ever jumped the fence
I jumped so high, touched the skies
Didn't get back until a quarter to five

Walking the dog
I'm just a walking the dog
If you don't know how to do it
I'll show you how to walk the dog
C'mon c'mon now

Tell me Mary, what's your twelve
How does your garden grow
What with silver bells and cockle shells
And pretty maids all in a row

Walking the dog
I'm just a walking the dog
If you don't know how to do it
I'll show you how to walk the dog
C'mon now c'mon

Baby back, dressed in black
Silver buttons all down her back
High hose, tippy toes
She broke the needle and she can sew

Walking the dog
I'm just a walking the dog
If you don't know how to do it
I'll show you how to walk the dog
C'mon now c'mon

Yeah, j-j-just a walking
Uh, j-j-just a walking
Uh, j-j-just a walking
Now, if you don't know how to do it
I'll show you how to walk the dog
C'mon now c'mon

If you don't know how to do it
I'll show you how to walk the dog
C'mon now
If you don't know how to do it

I'll show you how to walk the dog
C'mon

Overall Meaning

In the song "Walking the Dog," Daltrey Roger tells the story of a woman who is dressed in black, has silver buttons down her back, and can sew, but who broke her needle. He sings about walking his dog, and even offers to show others how to do it. The lyrics indicate that he asked Mary's mother for fifteen cents and jumped over a fence. He then goes on to ask Mary about her garden and silver bells and cockle shells.

The song "Walking the Dog" is a catchy tune that is fun to sing along with. However, there is some deeper meaning to the lyrics. The line "Baby back, dressed in black" indicates that the subject of the song might be a widow, and the high hose and tippy toes suggest a flirty nature. The mention of Mary's garden might have an underlying biblical reference, as Mary is often associated with the Virgin Mary.

Overall, the song tells a story of a man and a woman enjoying each other's company while walking the dog. The lyrics suggest a playful and flirtatious relationship that is enjoyable for both parties. It's clear that the woman is talented and capable, but also lighthearted and fun.

Line by Line Meaning

Baby back, dressed in black
A woman wearing black attire

Silver buttons all down her back
Her dress had silver buttons down the back

High hose, tippy toes
She wore high stockings and stood on her toes

She broke the needle and she can sew
She can sew well but accidentally broke a needle

Walking the dog
Taking a walk

I'm just a walking the dog
I'm just taking a walk

If you don't know how to do it
If you're not familiar with it

I'll show you how to walk the dog
I'll show you how to take a walk

C'mon now c'mon
Come on, let's go

I asked her mother for fifteen cents
Asked her mother for some money

I see you ever jumped the fence
Have you ever jumped over a fence?