Childhood and rise to success
Born to Solomon and Anna Stein Shore, Jewish immigrants from Russia, she lived in Winchester, Tennessee. When she was two years old, she was stricken with polio (infantile paralysis), a disease that was not handled well at the time. Thankfully, her parents cared enough to provide intensive care for her, and she recovered and overcame the disease. However, she suffered from having a slightly deformed foot and limp, which did not physically impede her. She performed at a night club when she was only 14 years old.
When her mother died unexpectedly of a heart attack, Dinah went to Vanderbilt University, where she participated in many events and activities. She graduated from the university in 1938. She decided to get back into pursuing her career in singing, so she went to New York to audition for orchestras and radio stations. In many of her auditions, she sang the popular song "Dinah." When disc jockey Martin Block could not remember her name, he called her the "Dinah girl," and soon after the name stuck, becoming her stage name. She eventually was hired as a vocalist at radio station WNEW, where she sang with Frank Sinatra. She also recorded and performed with the Xavier Cugat orchestra. Eventually, she got her recording contract with RCA Victor records in 1940.
Career in the 1940s and 1950s
While recording on RCA Victor's Bluebird label, she released her first recording, "Yes, My Darling Daughter" and it became a major hit for her. Dinah's singing came to the attention of Eddie Cantor, and he signed her as a regular on his popular radio show, "Time to Smile", in 1940. Dinah credits him for teaching her self-confidence, comedic timing and the ways of connecting with an audience.
She was a featured vocalist on The Chamber Music Society of Lower Basin Street and soon became a successful radio and music star with her own radio show in 1943, "Call to Music". Also in 1943, she appeared in her first movie, "Thank Your Lucky Stars". The movie starred Eddie Cantor, and she soon went to another radio show, "Paul Whiteman Presents". During this time, America had been actively involved in World War 2 and Dinah became a popular favorite with the troops, similar to the popularity of Bing Crosby. She was having major record hits, like "I will Walk Alone" and "Blues In the Night", one of her first of many number-one hits to come. To support the troops overseas, who adored her singing, she participated in USO tours to Europe. She met a young actor ready to go into military service named George Montgomery. They married on December 3, 1943. Despite their marriage, Montgomery soon went into service. When he returned from the service, they settled in San Fernando, California. In 1948, their first child was born, a daughter named Messina, and they also adopted a son in 1954 named John David and then moved to Beverly Hills.
Dinah continued appearing in radio shows throughout the 1940s. She performed in radio shows like "Birds Eye-Open House" and "Ford Radio Show". One of her most popular recordings was "Baby It's Cold Outside" with Buddy Clark. The song was covered by many other artists, Ella Fitzgerald for example. Other hits followed this success like "Buttons and Bows" and "The Gypsy". She was a regular with Jack Smith on his radio show on CBS, which ran for 15 minutes. She went into many more movies. As an actress, Shore appeared in many musical films, such as "Belle of the Yukon" and "Up in Arms" (both in 1944), and "Till the Clouds Roll By" (1946). She was also featured in numerous TV movies and series. She lent her musical voice to two Disney films: "Make Mine Music" (1946) and "Fun and Fancy Free" (1947). In early 1946, she moved to another label, Columbia Records. In 1950 she made her television show debut on "The Ed Wynn Show" and also made a guest appearance on Bob Hope's first television show. After being on many other people's television shows, she got her own, "The Dinah Shore Show" in 1951. She did two fifteen minute shows a week for NBC. She won her first Emmy for the show in 1955. The show was sponsored by Chevrolet automobiles. The sponsor's theme song ("See the USA in your Chevrolet") became the singer's signature piece. She continued to appear in Chevrolet advertising through the 1950s.
Later career
From 1970 through 1980, Shore hosted two daytime programs, "Dinah's Place" (1970-1974) on NBC and "Dinah!" (later "Dinah and Friends") in syndication from 1974 through 1980. On her show "Dinah!", she once had the misfortune of interviewing the comedian Andy Kaufman in his Tony Clifton guise. He took deliberate offense at her questions and eventually tipped a pan of eggs over her head. This happened live on the air in front of a huge TV audience and Shore's producers cut to an impromptu commercial as Kaufman was escorted out of the studio.
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Shore, with her Dixie drawl and demure manner, was always identified with the South, and guests on her shows often commented on it.
Shore won nine Emmys, a Peabody Award and a Golden Globe.
Shore guest starred on "Pee-wee's Playhouse Christmas Special", calling Pee-wee on his picturephone and singing "The 12 Days of Christmas". Throughout the special, Pee-wee walks past the picture phone, only to hear her going past the original 12 days ("...on the 500th day of Christmas...")
Personal life
Shore was married to actor George Montgomery from 1943 to 1962 and had a daughter, Melissa Ann (known today as Melissa Montgomery-Hime, executor of the Dinah Shore Trust and the owner of the rights to most of Shore's television series). Shore later adopted a son, John David 'Jody' Montgomery. After her divorce from Montgomery, she briefly married Maurice Smith. In the early 1970s, Shore had a long and happy public romance with actor Burt Reynolds, who was 20 years her junior. The relationship gave Shore an updated, sexy image, and took some of the pressure off Reynolds in maintaining his image as a ladies' man.
Death and legacy
Dinah Shore died in Beverly Hills, California of ovarian cancer at age 77 (5 days before her 78th birthday). Her ashes were divided and she has two burial sites. Half were interred in the Hillside Memorial Park Cemetery in Culver City, California and the other half interred at Forest Lawn Cemetery (Cathedral City) near her beloved second home in Palm Springs, California.
Shore's legacy resonates posthumously, with a 1998 album featuring the arrangement skills of Andre Previn combined with the re-releasing of some of her classic recordings like 'April in Paris', and 'My Funny Valentine', garnering moderate success.
YES
Dinah Shore Lyrics
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Oh, yeah, I got it, brother Bingstance, now you know I got it
Now, has you got that rhythm in you, mmm?
Yeah, yeah, I think I got that er rhythm in me
Then you got it, sister Constance
I swear I do believe that you got it
You will shout when it hits you, yes indeed
Oh, you'll shout when it hits you, yes indeed
Oh, yes indeed
When the spirit moves you, you'll shout hallelula!
Hallulula brother!
When it hits you, you'll holla, yes indeed
Oh, pops I'm here and I dig you, yes indeed
Oh yes indeed
While I'm here, let me hit you, yes indeed
Ah, hit me, do that to me
When that jive starts jumpin'
I shout hallelula!
For I'm in there, I'm in there, yes indeed
Now, brother Chowderhead ,he got it in him, yes indeed
Oh boy, you can say that again!
He digs deep in the middle, yes indeed
Oh, yes indeedy
How he blows his top when, when he rips hallelula!
Hallelula!
Oh, dig it out on your horn there, brother Chowderhead
Dig it for me
It comes out if it's in you, yes indeed
Oh, yes indeed
When you jump, for it's in you, yes indeed
When that feeling's on you, you shout hallelula!
When it hits you, you holla, yes indeed
The lyrics to Dinah Shore's song "Yes Indeed" contain an infectious energy and an exuberant call and response style that encourages the listener to join in the excitement. The song opens with Brother Bingstance and Sister Constance questioning each other if they've got the rhythm in them, and after confirming they do, they sing about the inevitable reaction that comes with that rhythm. The chorus repeats the title phrase "yes indeed" throughout the song, making it clear that the music is meant to be joyous and uplifting.
The verses then introduce other characters who also have the rhythm in them, including Brother Chowderhead who "digs deep in the middle" and "blows his top" when he rips on his horn. The song then reverts back to the chorus, emphasizing that the music will inevitably make you shout hallelujah and holler when it hits you. The lyrics are simple, but the message is clear: music can stir something within you that needs to be expressed, and it's a communal experience meant to be shared with others.
Line by Line Meaning
Now, er, has you got it, sister Constance, er tell me, has you got it?
Brother Bingstance asks Sister Constance if she understands the rhythm of the song, asking if she 'has got it.'
Oh, yeah, I got it, brother Bingstance, now you know I got it
Sister Constance confirms to Brother Bingstance that she understands the rhythm of the song.
Now, has you got that rhythm in you, mmm?
Brother Bingstance asks Sister Constance if she is feeling the rhythm of the song within her.
Yeah, yeah, I think I got that er rhythm in me
Sister Constance confirms that she is indeed feeling the rhythm of the song within her.
Then you got it, sister Constance / I swear I do believe that you got it
Brother Bingstance confirms that Sister Constance understands and feels the rhythm of the song, expressing his belief that she's got it.
You will shout when it hits you, yes indeed / Oh, you'll shout when it hits you, yes indeed / When the spirit moves you, you'll shout hallelujah!
The song suggests that when you feel the music within you, you'll get excited and shout 'hallelujah' in response to the spirit or feeling of the song.
Oh, pops I'm here and I dig you, yes indeed / While I'm here, let me hit you, yes indeed / When that jive starts jumpin' / I shout hallelujah! / For I'm in there, I'm in there, yes indeed
The singer is present and enjoying the music, indicating willingness to engage and enjoy the party. As the music and 'jive' builds, the singer gets more involved, saying 'I'm in there,' indicating their greater participation in the festivities.
Now, brother Chowderhead, he got it in him, yes indeed / He digs deep in the middle, yes indeed / How he blows his top when, when he rips hallelujah! / Oh, dig it out on your horn there, brother Chowderhead
The song highlights Brother Chowderhead's musical abilities and how he 'blows his top' when playing the horn. The singer encourages Brother Chowderhead to continue playing and to show off his musical talent.
It comes out if it's in you, yes indeed / When you jump, for it's in you, yes indeed / When that feeling's on you, you shout hallelujah! / When it hits you, you holla, yes indeed
The song suggests that the joyous shout of 'hallelujah' is a natural result of feeling the music deeply within oneself. When the music connects with the listener on a deeper level, they'll feel the urge to shout out in response.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: EARL BROWN, JOE HAMILTON
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Ed Fuller
Dinah Shore's parents were from Ukraine and settled in Tennessee. Hence, the potential it may really be Ukrainian originally. Dinah Shore was one class act, and a VERY tough individual. Went to Europe with the USO during the war. She overcame polio. She opened the door for women playing professional golf. And the entire exhibited grace, class and intelligence. We were lucky to have her among us.
Nik Nik
Когда Кантор купил права на адаптированную украинскую народную песню «Ой не ходи, Грицю», новый текст к которой написал Джек Лоуренс, у него даже сомнений не было: ее должна исполнить Дина. Песня Yes, My Darling Daughter впервые прозвучала в эфире 24 октября 1940 года, а уже через месяц ее напевали все жители Америки. За этот короткий срок пластинка разошлась тиражом в полмиллиона экземпляров.
Big Finger
Интересно, у кого он купил права? Подозреваю, что потомки Маруси Чурай не получили ни цента.
1benda2
сама Маруся тоже выдуманный персонаж)
acornsoundsquirrel
I'm shocked that scary movies haven't snatched this song up for their soundtracks.
Columbus Astrid Avenue
Shhhhhh dont let them know about THIS
Marguerite Hudsell
I used to sing this to my daughters. I wonder if they remember...
charles stuart
On honor of my Darling Daughter's Birthday sung by Dinah Shore- High School classmate of her Great Aunts.
vinylsingleman
This was her first Top Ten hit.
James McEwan
Thanks - I have only heard The Andrews Sisters version - youtube is just amazing for finding great music that's years old but you have never heard before