The Walk
McCracklin Jimmy Lyrics
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And I know you heard of the chicken too
I know you heard of the cha-cha-choo
Cause the walk is a dance that you can do
You just walk, you just walk,
Oh you walk, yes you walk,
Yeah you walk, it has to walk
Well I know you heard of the Texas Hop
I know you heard of the old Fox Trot
But when you do The Walk
You ride each car
You just shake your hips and close your eyes
And then you walk, yeah you walk
Then you walk, oh you walk, ah you walk
Oh yes you walk
Do the walk, boys!
Well I know you heard of the old mambo
And I know you heard of the old congo
But when you do the walk
You're startin to get close
And don't step on your partners toes!
You just walk, yeah you walk, then you walk
Yes you walk, oh you walk, just the walk
Now if you don't know what it's all about
Come to me and I'll show you how
Well do it fast, well do it slow
Then you'll know the walk everywhere you go
You can walk, and you walk, now you walk
You gonna walk, you gotta walk it
Just a walk
Just a walk
Just a walk
Just a walk
The lyrics of McCracklin Jimmy's song "The Walk" describe a dance that the singer wants the listener to learn. The first few lines refer to other popular dances like the Suzy-Q, the chicken, and the cha-cha-choo, but the singer insists that "the walk" is a dance that anyone can do. The dance itself involves walking, shaking one's hips, and closing one's eyes. The song emphasizes the simplicity of the dance, encouraging listeners to try it.
The lyrics also make reference to other popular dances of the time, like the Texas hop, the Fox Trot, the mambo, and the congo. The singer suggests that while these dances may be more complicated, "the walk" is something that anyone can do without worrying about stepping on their partner's toes. The song concludes with the singer inviting anyone who doesn't know how to do the dance to come to him for instruction.
Overall, "The Walk" is a fun and lighthearted song that celebrates the joy of dancing. The lyrics encourage listeners to let go of their inhibitions and try something new, suggesting that even if they don't get the steps exactly right, the important thing is to have fun and enjoy the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I know you heard of Suzy-Q
I recognize that you are familiar with the dance moves like Suzy-Q
And I know you heard of the chicken too
I know that you heard about the Chicken also.
I know you heard of the cha-cha-choo
I know that you have heard about the dance called Cha-Cha-Choo.
Cause the walk is a dance that you can do
The Walk is a dancing style which everyone can execute.
You just walk, you just walk,
All you need to do is Walk
Oh you walk, yes you walk,
Simply Walk
Yeah you walk, it has to walk
Yeah! Just Walk.
Well I know you heard of the Texas Hop
I know that you have knowledge of a Texas Hop style in dancing.
I know you heard of the old Fox Trot
You must be aware of the classic Fox Trot dance.
But when you do The Walk
But when you do The Walk
You ride each car
You walk by sliding each of your foot to resemble the momentum of the drive.
You just shake your hips and close your eyes
You got to move your hips while you close your eyes and groove to the music.
And then you walk, yeah you walk
So, you just Walk!
Then you walk, oh you walk, ah you walk
Keep Walking.
Oh yes you walk
Oh, yes! Just keep Walking.
Do the walk, boys!
Come on, Boys! Let's Walk.
Well I know you heard of the old mambo
I know that you have heard of the old Mambo dance.
And I know you heard of the old congo
You must have come across the Old Congo the dance moves.
But when you do the walk
But the dance step we're doing right now is The Walk.
You're startin to get close
You are moving in a certain way that means you are getting better at it.
And don't step on your partners toes!
Just be careful not to step on your partner's toes.
You just walk, yeah you walk, then you walk
Just Walk, Yes! Keep Walking.
Yes you walk, oh you walk, just the walk
That's it! Just Walk.
Now if you don't know what it's all about
Now, if you don't know how it's done,
Come to me and I'll show you how
you can come to me; I'll show you the moves.
Well do it fast, well do it slow
You can do it fast or slow.
Then you'll know the walk everywhere you go
After that, you'll be able to do The Walk wherever you want to.
You can walk, and you walk, now you walk
You can Walk Now!
You gonna walk, you gotta walk it
Stay assured, you can walk by practicing it.
Just a walk
It's just Walk.
Just a walk
It's only Walk.
Just a walk
It's the Walk.
Just a walk
Go ahead, Walk.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JIMMY MCCRACKLIN
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@BuSaniTV
Hi. This is Sue, the daughter of Jimmy McCrackln. I know it's been a while since my father's passing in Dec. 2012. I just wanted to take the time out to thank each and every one of you for the kindness shown to my dad and his music. And gone but not forgotten, I am in the process of working on a tribute cd to my father. It's time a legend gets to be honored for his many contributions to the music industry for 67 years. RIP daddy.
@Jordie0001
hi Sue, so nice to see your comment and have the chance to say much your Dad's song meant to me back in the days when i was just sixteen (i am nearly 70 now) i used to love to dance and was very shy but 'the walk' impelled me to ask all the best lookin girls on to the floor, no problem.. =p they were happy innocent times and your Dad's voice brings it all back so fresh. peace in abundance .. Jordie
@gaqr7232
Hi. If you are really Jimmy's daughter, then I would just like to tell you that I have been enjoying this tune since I was 14 or 15. I'm 48 right now. Humming and/or singing this song to myself has helped me get through many cold winter days up here where I live. And hopefully, this song will help me get through 15, 20, 30 more winters. If not more.
@barbarahyatt7485
Your daddy was sensational.
@mr.warmth1511
your dad was cool
@mr.warmth1511
we had a special dance we did for this
@THEDV13
Rest-In-Peace BIG Jimmy McCracklin...not many ROCKED or WALKED the earth like you did Old School!!!It was real rock'n'rollers like you that helped to inspire many of US 1970s first generation Punk Rockers to bring the music back to where it should be...D.I.Y. For LIFE!!!
@SmileyLane2945
I just heard this today on my Apple Oldies station. It made me feel so happy on my 45 minute drive to school. I kept it looping… over and over again. THANK YOU !
@robotgoose225
Just been spinning this one now (45 on London '1958') my fathers record from when he was 17.. such a big sound comes off that needle. Beautiful.
@frankmorgan6173
Absolutely adore this - first heard it in 1972 when I was 16 and discovered how amazing 50s R&B was and led me to so many other great artists. That riff!