He began his working life as a sailor in the Merchant Navy and, while on leave in New York, entered a talent contest at the famous Radio City Music Hall. He won and after he left the navy tried his hand as a singer in the dance halls of his native Liverpool.
His break came when he joined the Eric Winstone Orchestra and obtained a solo recording contract with Columbia.
He had a string of hits, often covers of American originals, but his career petered out in the early 60s.
He died, possibly of a drugs overdose, in October 1963.
His Grave is located at Anfield Cemetary Liverpool
Hot Diggity
Michael Holliday Lyrics
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It's so new to me, what you do to me
Hot diggity, dog ziggity, boom what you do to me
When you're holding me tight
Never dreamed anybody could kiss thattaway
Bring me bliss thattaway, what a kiss thattaway
What a wonderful feelin' to feel thattaway
Oh, hot diggity, dog ziggity, boom what you do to me
It's so new to me, what you do to me
Hot diggity, dog ziggity, boom what you do to me
When you're holding me tight
Never knew that my heart could go ""zing"" thattaway
Ting-a-ling thattaway, make me sing thattaway
Said ""goodbye"" to my troubles, they went thattaway
Ever since you came into my life
Oh, hot diggity, dog ziggit,y boom what you do to me
It's so new to me, what you do to me
Hot diggity, dog ziggity, boom what you do to me
When you're holding me tight
There's a cute little cottage for two thattaway
Skies are blue thattaway, dreams come true thattaway
If you say I can share it with you thattaway
I'll be happy the rest of my life
Oh, hot diggity, dog ziggity, boom what you do to me
It's so new to me, what you do to me
Hot diggity, dog ziggity, boom what you do to me
When you're holding me tight
Oh, hot diggity, dog ziggity, boom what you do to me
How my future will shine
Hot diggity, dog ziggity, boom what you do to me
From the moment you're mine
Hot dog!!
The lyrics to Michael Holliday's song Hot Diggity are a celebration of love and the transformative power it has over the singer. The catchy refrain of "Hot diggity, dog ziggity, boom what you do to me" is a play on words that expresses the singer's excitement and joy at being in love. The use of words like "zing" and "ting-a-ling" to describe the physical sensations of being kissed and held tightly further emphasizes the singer's infatuation with their partner.
The lyrics also convey a sense of newfound happiness and freedom from past troubles. The singer notes that ever since their partner came into their life, they have been able to say goodbye to their worries and look towards a promising future. This is exemplified by the mention of a "cute little cottage for two" where dreams can come true, and the declaration that if their partner will share it with them, they will be happy for the rest of their life.
Overall, the lyrics and upbeat tempo of Hot Diggity serve as a joyful celebration of love and the transformative power it can have over a person's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, hot diggity, dog ziggity, boom what you do to me
I am amazed by the effect you have on me
It's so new to me, what you do to me
This feeling is completely unfamiliar to me
When you're holding me tight
I feel complete and content when you're close to me
Never dreamed anybody could kiss thattaway
I never thought anyone could kiss me like you do
Bring me bliss thattaway, what a kiss thattaway
Your kiss brings me such happiness and joy
What a wonderful feelin' to feel thattaway
It's incredible to feel this way
Tell me where have you been all my life
I can't believe I didn't meet you sooner
Never knew that my heart could go "zing" thattaway
I didn't know my heart was capable of this kind of excitement
Ting-a-ling thattaway, make me sing thattaway
This feeling makes me want to sing and dance
Said "goodbye" to my troubles, they went thattaway
My problems seem to disappear when I'm with you
Ever since you came into my life
I've been happier since I met you
There's a cute little cottage for two thattaway
I imagine a wonderful life with you in a small home
Skies are blue thattaway, dreams come true thattaway
Everything seems perfect in that direction
If you say I can share it with you thattaway
I want to spend my life with you if you're willing
I'll be happy the rest of my life
I will be content and fulfilled as long as I have you
How my future will shine
I'm optimistic about my future with you
From the moment you're mine
As soon as we're together, everything feels right
Hot dog!!
Wow!
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Written by: DICK MANNING, A. HOFFMAN
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