In 1974 and 1975, she recorded for Avco Records, and, in 1981, recorded for Plantation Records, her most recent record label. Page's most recent single to appear on any Billboard chart was the 1982 #80 country single, "My Man Friday". (She last appeared on the pop chart in 1968, with her version of O.C. Smith's hit, "Little Green Apples", and on the Adult Contemporary chart with "Give Him Love" in 1971.)
Page made the country chart in up to 1983, with her biggest hit during that time being "Hello, We're Lonely," a 1973 #14 duet with Tom T. Hall.
In the 1990s, Page started her own label, C.A.F. Records. In 1998, she won a Grammy as "Best Traditional Pop Singer". Page continued to record into the new millenium with the CDs BRAND NEW TENNESSEE WALTZ, SWEET SOUNDS OF CHRISTMAS (2002), CHILD OF MINE (2003) and her last 2009 release BEST OF COUNTRY. Many of her songs have a strong beat to them that prelude rock 'n' roll. These titles include "Mister and Mississippi", "Detour" and "Cross Over the Bridge". In 1956, she married choreographer Charles O'Curran. They adopted two children, a daughter, Kathleen, and a son, Daniel O'Curran.
Doggie In The Window
Patti Page Lyrics
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The one with the waggly tail
How much is that doggie in the window?
I do hope that doggie's for sale
I must take a trip to California
And leave my poor sweetheart alone
If he has a dog, he won't be lonesome
How much is that doggie in the window?
The one with the waggly tail
How much is that doggie in the window?
I do hope that doggie's for sale
I read in the papers there are robbers
With flashlights that shine in the dark
My love needs a doggie to protect him
And scare them away with one bark
I don't want a bunny or a kitty
I don't want a parrot that talks
I don't want a bowl of little fishies
He can't take a goldfish for a walk
How much is that doggie in the window?
The one with the waggly tail
How much is that doggie in the window?
I do hope that doggie's for sale
The song "That Doggie in the Window" is a playful tune with simple lyrics, but there is a deeper meaning behind it. The song tells the story of a woman who is looking for a companion for her sweetheart while she is away. In the first verse, she asks the pet store owner how much the dog in the window costs. She hopes to purchase the dog so her sweetheart will have a friend while she is gone.
In the second verse, the woman explains that she is leaving for California and wants to ensure that her sweetheart is not alone. The woman believes that if her sweetheart has a dog, then he won't be lonesome, and the doggie will have a good home. In the final verse, the woman expresses her desire for a dog over other pets like a bunny, kitty, parrot, or goldfish. She believes that a dog is the best option because it will protect her sweetheart and scare away robbers with one bark.
Overall, the song "That Doggie in the Window" is a sweet and playful song about finding love and companionship in unexpected places. The woman in the song is willing to go to great lengths to ensure her sweetheart is not alone and has someone to love and care for him.
Line by Line Meaning
How much is that doggie in the window?
Asking the price of the dog in the window
The one with the waggly tail
Referring to the dog with a tail that wags excitedly
How much is that doggie in the window?
Reiterating the question about the dog's price
I do hope that doggie's for sale
Expressing a wish that the dog is indeed available for purchase
I must take a trip to California
Needing to go on a journey to California
And leave my poor sweetheart alone
Leaving behind a loved one who will be alone
If he has a dog, he won't be lonesome
Believing that a dog will keep the loved one company
And the doggie will have a good home
Ensuring that the dog will have a comfortable place to live
How much is that doggie in the window?
Repeating the question about the dog's price
The one with the waggly tail
Asking about the same dog as before, identifying it by the waggly tail
How much is that doggie in the window?
Once again inquiring about the dog's price
I do hope that doggie's for sale
Still expressing the desire that the dog is available for purchase
I read in the papers there are robbers
Reading about criminals in the news
With flashlights that shine in the dark
Noting that the criminals have special equipment
My love needs a doggie to protect him
Believing that a dog will offer protection
And scare them away with one bark
Hoping that the dog's barking will be enough to frighten off any intruders
I don't want a bunny or a kitty
Explaining that other animals are not desired
I don't want a parrot that talks
Further elaborating on the types of animals that are unwanted
I don't want a bowl of little fishies
Still listing types of animals that are not desired
He can't take a goldfish for a walk
Pointing out the impracticality of keeping certain animals as pets
How much is that doggie in the window?
Again asking about the price of the dog
The one with the waggly tail
Referring to the same dog as before
How much is that doggie in the window?
Asking once again about the price of the dog
I do hope that doggie's for sale
Stating once more the hope that the dog is for sale
Lyrics Β© MUSIC & MEDIA INT'L, INC., BMG Rights Management, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bob Merrill
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@LuvThatDirtyWater
This song is one of my earliest childhood memories from a way different time when a dog was a pet and so easy to memorize. I still remember some of the lyrics but in China they're playing a way different tune:
How much is that doggie in the window?
The one with the waggly tail
How much is that doggie in the window?
I do hope that doggie's for sale
I don't want a bunny or a kitty
I call Woohan China my home
I must have that doggy in the window
I will eat that dog to the bone
@inbetweentanda
How much is that doggie in the window?
The one with the waggly tail
How much is that doggie in the window?
I do hope that doggie's for sale
I must take a trip to California
And leave my poor sweetheart alone
If he has a dog, he won't be lonesome
And the doggie will have a good home
How much is that doggie in the window?
The one with the waggly tail
How much is that doggie in the window?
I do hope that doggie's for sale
I read in the papers there are robbers
With flashlights that shine in the dark
My love needs a doggie to protect him
And scare them away with one bark
I don't want a bunny or a kitty
I don't want a parrot that talks
I don't want a bowl of little fishies
He can't take a goldfish for a walk
How much is that doggie in the window?
The one with the waggly tail
How much is that doggie in the window?
I do hope that doggie's for sale
@allenhunter6516
My mom used to sing this song while doing the dishes. Hearing it again makes me love her all the more . She passed on at an early age. I'm an old man now so when my time comes I expect to be reunited with her and possibly several waging tails will be in attendance. She instilled me a love for animals which has enriched my life.
@lindasmith5864
My Mom used to sing this to me. I sing it to my szchu . Finally found it on line & play it for him.. He listens intently & then gets up & was his tail.
@Bubblysyrup
Sorry for your loss man
@robertcunningham3363
I fully agree my mum done the same for me and I know that there will be a few wagging tails one in particular I know he's having fun with the angels he always it when I sang that song to him and he liked to join in when I barked. He had a beautiful little soul God bless him β€β€β€
@pjparsons8522
@@robertcunningham3363 Sounds as though your dog had a wonderful life with you but it is so sad when we have to say goodbye. My little guy is 15 now and loves to sing when he hears the doggy bark, I have been truly blessed because yesterday he was given a fantastic report from the vet. I know that one day he will have to leave and that song will always remind me of him but he isn't ready for that yet but I have lost a few over the years to old age and I swear that they take a piece of your heart with them...π
@rikodolinskifitness2042
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@lisakobar4881
This is absolutely adorable and Patti's singing is flawless and sweet!
@marmar92828
When I was a toddler my mom would play a tape of this song every night until I fell asleep. For some reason I absolutely loved it!
@akuapiatas
I work in mental health and in 2015 I had a client called Margaret who was 92, she couldn't communicate very well and would often get frustrated with workers as they didn't understand her grunting or screams. I was a little perplexed about this, while at home I recorded a list of 1920's - 1950's hits, this song being one. I played this to Margaret and she came to life. She danced about and began singing so articulate and eloquently she held my hand and we slowly waltzed. She died a year later but when ever I was on shift I'd play her songs and she was well behaved. rip Grand-ma Margaret
@harvey54100
Well done, dear, cause I suppose she needed that support.