In 1986, he was among the first batch to get inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame. "Ain't That A Shame" and "Blueberry Hill" were named part of The Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame's 500 Songs That Shaped Rock & Roll. In 2004, "Blueberry Hill" was named #81 and "Ain't That A Shame" was named #431 on Rolling Stone's Top 500 Songs Of All Time. In 2004, he was named #25 on Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Artists Of All Time.
In the wake of Domino's rescue from his 9th ward home during 2005's Hurricane Katrina, the Tipitina's Foundation organized a tribute album to the elder artist featuring Robert Plant, Norah Jones, Paul McCartney and numerous other acts that owe a creative debt to this seminal rock n roll pianist.
Packin' Up
Fats Domino Lyrics
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I'm packin' up got enough
This woman talk I took to much
I'm packin' up gonna leave this woman here
She like to cook beans without no meat
The rice she cooked is tears like grease
She irons my cloths and binds them up
Packin' up got enough
I'm packin' up gonna leave this woman here
She sleeps so much she leaves track of the day
The only time she woke is when I get my pay
When I get some money she goes downtown
Comes back callin' me all kinda clown
I'm packin' up got enough
I'm packin' up gonna leave this woman here
Sometimes she loved me sometimes she's gone
Sometimes she kissed me sometimes she won't
I ain't was she comin' from
She tell me where she's goin'
I ain't so was she do she leave me alone
I'm packin' up got enough
I'm packin' up gonna leave this woman here
Oh I'm packin' up got enough - got enough
This woman talk I took to much
I'm packin' up gonna leave this woman here
Oh yes I'm packin' up I got enough
This woman talk I took
to much
I'm packin' up gonna leave this woman here
In this song, Fats Domino sings about his decision to leave his woman for various reasons. He complains about her cooking, saying she only cooks beans without meat and the rice she makes is like grease. Additionally, she doesn't wake up until he gets paid and then she goes downtown only to come back and call him all kinds of names. He also mentions her inconsistency in their relationship, sometimes she loves him, sometimes she's gone, sometimes she kisses him and sometimes she won't. Despite all of this, he is packing up and leaving her.
One of the interesting things about this song is that it was recorded in 1956, during a time when divorce was not as common or accepted as it is today. Fats Domino was known for his upbeat love songs, so the melancholic tone and lyrics of "Packin' Up" were a departure from his usual style. The song was also not one of his biggest hits, but it remains a favorite among fans.
Another interesting fact is that the song was covered by various artists over the years, including Delbert McClinton, Linda Ronstadt, and Los Lobos. The song was even featured in the 1991 film "The Commitments."
In addition to its use in popular culture, the song also has a notable place in music history. "Packin' Up" was one of the many songs recorded at Cosimo Matassa's J&M Recording Studio in New Orleans, which was known for its role in the development of New Orleans R&B and rock and roll. The studio was a launching pad for many great musicians and is considered a historically significant location in the history of American music.
The chords for "Packin' Up" are as follows:
Verse: G D G D
Chorus: G D G D
Overall, "Packin' Up" is a classic song that offers a glimpse into the complexities of relationships and the struggles that people face when they realize it is time to move on. Fats Domino's smooth vocals and the catchy melody make this song a timeless classic that still resonates with audiences today.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm packin' packin'
I am packing my belongings
I'm packin' up got enough
I have everything I need to leave
This woman talk I took to much
I have listened to enough of this woman's complaints
I'm packin' up gonna leave this woman here
I am leaving this woman behind and moving on with my life
She like to cook beans without no meat
She makes meals without any protein
The rice she cooked is tears like grease
The rice she cooked is watery and greasy
She irons my cloths and binds them up
She irons my clothes but makes them too stiff
I'm tellin' you people I've got enough
I am telling everyone that I have had enough of this woman's behavior
Packin' up got enough
I have enough to leave
I'm packin' up gonna leave this woman here
I am leaving this woman behind and moving on with my life
She sleeps so much she leaves track of the day
She sleeps for so long that she loses track of time
The only time she woke is when I get my pay
She only wakes up when I have money
When I get some money she goes downtown
When I have money, she leaves to go spend it
Comes back callin' me all kinda clown
She comes back and insults me
I'm packin' up got enough
I have enough to leave
I'm packin' up gonna leave this woman here
I am leaving this woman behind and moving on with my life
Sometimes she loved me sometimes she's gone
Sometimes she showed love, other times she disappeared
Sometimes she kissed me sometimes she won't
Sometimes she was affectionate, other times she was not
I ain't was she comin' from
I do not know what she wants or where she is going
She tell me where she's goin'
She does tell me where she is going
I ain't so was she do she leave me alone
I do not know what she is doing that leads her to leave me alone
I'm packin' up got enough
I have enough to leave
I'm packin' up gonna leave this woman here
I am leaving this woman behind and moving on with my life
Oh I'm packin' up got enough - got enough
I am fully prepared to leave
This woman talk I took too much
I have heard too much talk from this woman
I'm packin' up gonna leave this woman here
I am leaving this woman behind and moving on with my life
Lyrics © Exceleration Music Partners, LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CLARA WARD, DONALD LOVE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Roberto Alvarez-Galloso
I remembered having the record in 1968 at the ge of six. The music was contageous then and it is toda.
Steve
Performed like a true Louisiana son.
DENNY R MAN
OLD CHRIS KENNER TUNE BUT FATS CAN DO IT ALL.HE COULD SING THE PHONE BOOK .HOT ROD
Steve
Oddly Fats added his name to the credits
Federico Ullo
BombTrack.
Ljubiša Mitrović
In the book I Hear You Knocking by Jeff Hannusch, page 297 Fats and Chris signed a songwriter contract 1964, 500$ in advance and 20$ a week for the 20 week in duration of the contract. Fats would receive half of the writer credit and publishing money. This is a answer to srercrcr.
Chris Fitzpatrick
I am packing up the fallen Angels and saten will pay for what they have done
Tony Fulster
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