Ken Peplowski (born May 23, 1959) is a jazz clarinetist born in Cleveland, … Read Full Bio ↴Ken Peplowski (born May 23, 1959) is a jazz clarinetist born in Cleveland, Ohio, known primarily for playing in the swing music idiom. He is sometimes compared to Benny Goodman in terms of tone and virtuosity. For over a decade, Peplowski recorded for Concord Records; his most recent albums have appeared on the Nagel-Heyer Records record label.
In 2007 Peplowski was named jazz advisor of Oregon Festival of American Music and music director of Jazz Party at The Shedd, both in Eugene, Oregon.

Bugle Call Rag
Ken Peplowski Lyrics

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You're bound to fall for the bugle call;
You're gonna brag 'bout the Bugle Call Rag.
Thin or fat, young or old;
Shake their shoulders bold.
You're bound to fall for the bugle call;
You're gonna brag 'bout the Bugle Call Rag.
Hold me baby; Let's syncopate to that blue melody;
Just hesitate while a break they take Shh!

While we're dancing please hold me tight; step lively don't lag.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ken Peplowski's song, "Bugle Call Rag" paint an image of a scene that is full of excitement and energy. The opening lines, "You're bound to fall for the bugle call; You're gonna brag 'bout the Bugle Call Rag," indicate that this is a song that is designed to get people moving and talking. The reference to the bugle call also suggests that this may be a song that is associated with the military or patriotism.

The lyrics go on to describe a crowd that is diverse in terms of age and body type, but united in their enthusiasm to dance and move to the beat of the music. The lines, "Thin or fat, young or old; Shake their shoulders bold," celebrate individuality and encourage people to let loose and express themselves.

The second half of the song is directed towards a specific person, with the lines "Hold me baby; Let's syncopate to that blue melody; Just hesitate while a break they take Shh! While we're dancing please hold me tight; step lively don't lag." This portrays a romantic scene in which the two people are caught up in the music and the moment, and are enjoying the physical and emotional connection that comes with dancing together.

Overall, the lyrics to "Bugle Call Rag" are an invitation to let go of inhibitions, celebrate diversity, and enjoy the pleasures of music and dance.

Line by Line Meaning

You're bound to fall for the bugle call;
The bugle call is so captivating that you can't help but be drawn to it.

You're gonna brag 'bout the Bugle Call Rag.
The Bugle Call Rag is so enjoyable that you'll want to tell everyone about it.

Thin or fat, young or old;
Regardless of your age or physique,

Shake their shoulders bold.
You can confidently move your body in response to the music.

Hold me baby; Let's syncopate to that blue melody;
Let's embrace and dance in sync with the jazz-inspired melody.

Just hesitate while a break they take Shh!
Pause for a moment when the music takes a break.

While we're dancing please hold me tight; step lively don't lag.
As we dance, please keep me close and move quickly with energy.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Billy Meyers, Elmer Schoebel, Jack Pettis

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