Alexander's Ragtime Band
Morris Stoloff & His Orchestra Lyrics
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Come on and hear, come on and hear 'bout the best band in the land
They can play a bugle call like you never heard before
So natural that you want to go to war
That's just the bestest band what am, oh honey lamb
Come on along, come on along, let me take you by the hand
Up to the man, up to the man who's the leader of the band
Come on and hear, come on and hear Alexander's Ragtime Band
Come on and hear, come on and hear Alexander's Ragtime Band
Come on and hear, come on and hear it's the best band in the land
They can play a bugle call like you never heard before
That's just the bestest band what am, oh honey lamb
Come on along, come on along, let me take you by the hand
Up to the man, I'm talking about the man, the leader of the band
And if you care to hear the Swanee River played in ragtime
Come on and hear, come on and hear Alexander's Ragtime Band
Alexander's Ragtime Band
The song "Alexander's Ragtime Band" by Morris Stoloff & His Orchestra is a tribute to the popular ragtime band of the early 20th century, led by composer and bandleader Irving Berlin. The lyrics encourage the listener to come hear the band play, boasting about their ability to play a bugle call better than anyone else. The song also mentions the leader of the band, inviting the listener to come meet him, and promises to play popular tunes like the "Swanee River" in ragtime style.
The song is a celebration of the joy and excitement of live music, tapping into the popular appeal of ragtime music in the early 1900s. The lyrics are upbeat and catchy, conveying a sense of energy and enthusiasm for the music. The song was a huge commercial success, cementing the popularity of ragtime and helping to establish Irving Berlin as one of the most influential composers of the era.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on and hear, come on and hear Alexander's Ragtime Band
Join us and experience the musical artistry of Alexander's Ragtime Band.
Come on and hear, come on and hear 'bout the best band in the land
Discover and learn about the renowned band that reigns supreme throughout the land.
They can play a bugle call like you never heard before
Their musical talent is unmatched, as they can perform military melodies with exceptional prowess and ability.
So natural that you want to go to war
The band's music is so captivating that it instills a deep sense of patriotism and a desire to serve one's country.
That's just the bestest band what am, oh honey lamb
Undoubtedly, this is the most superb and impressive musical group, my dear.
Come on along, come on along, let me take you by the hand
Join me and come along on a musical journey, and I'll guide you every step of the way.
Up to the man, up to the man who's the leader of the band
Let's go meet and pay homage to the individual who is the mastermind behind this exceptional band's success - its leader.
And if you care to hear the Swanee River played in ragtime
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Come on and hear, come on and hear Alexander's Ragtime Band
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Alexander's Ragtime Band
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Lyrics © IMAGEM U.S. LLC
Written by: F. KARLIN, I. BERLIN
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