Peanut Vendor
Perez Prado and His Orchestra Lyrics

(Peanut do bop do bop)
The song begins with a rhythmic sequence of syllables imitating the sound made by an instrument, which is most likely a percussion or brass instrument.

In Cuba each merry maid wakes up with this serenade
In Cuba, the peanut vendor is so popular that people wake up to his serenade, and it serves as a pleasant alarm in the morning.

Peanuts (they're nice and hot)
The peanut vendor sells hot roasted peanuts, which are the perfect snack during cold weather, especially in the morning or evening.

Peanuts (he sells a lot)
The peanut vendor is a successful businessman who sells a lot of peanuts to his customers every day.

Peanuts
This line repeats the name of the product the vendor is selling, making it clear that the focus of the song is on peanuts.

If you haven't got bananas don't be blue
The peanut vendor is implying that if you can't afford to buy bananas, you can always buy peanuts, which are an affordable alternative to the more expensive fruits.

Peanuts in a little bag are calling you
The peanut vendor is inviting customers to buy and try his roasted peanuts, which he has packaged in small, convenient bags.

Don't waste them (no tummy ache)
The peanut vendor assures his customers that his peanuts are not only tasty but also safe to eat, as they won't cause stomach problems.

You'll taste them (when you're awake)
The peanut vendor suggests that his peanuts are so delicious that you won't be able to resist eating them, especially when you're wide awake and in the mood for a savory snack.

For at the very break of day
The peanut vendor is up early, and he begins his business at dawn, catching the attention of early risers.

The peanut vendor's on his way
The peanut vendor is always on the move, as he travels from city to city, town to town, and lane to lane, selling his peanuts to anyone who wants to buy them.

At dawning the whistle blows
The peanut vendor announces his arrival at each stop with a whistle, which helps him to attract potential customers to his peanut stand.

(through every city, town and country lane
The peanut vendor's business is not limited to urban areas but extends to small towns and rural areas as well.

You hear him sing his plaintive little strain)
The peanut vendor sings a simple melody that is both honest and catchy, capturing the attention of passers-by.

And as he goes by to you he'll say
When the peanut vendor approaches potential customers, he greets them with a cheerful voice, inviting them to buy his peanuts and enjoy a tasty treat.

(Big jumbos) big jumbo ones
The peanut vendor is highlighting the quality of his peanuts, emphasizing that they are big and jumbo-sized, offering more value to his customers.

(Come buy those) peanuts roasted today
The peanut vendor is inviting customers to buy his freshly roasted peanuts, which are still warm and full of flavor.

(Come buy those freshly roasted today)
This line repeats the message mentioned earlier, assuring customers that the peanuts being sold are freshly roasted, and therefore likely to be of the highest quality.

If you're looking for a moral to this song
The peanut vendor is suggesting that there is a moral lesson to be learned from listening to his song.

50 million monkeys can't be wrong
The peanut vendor is indirectly stating that if you take the advice in the song seriously, you will be joining 50 million other people who have already found the wisdom in his message.

(Peanuts do bop do bop)
The peanut vendor is ending the song on a high note, with a rhythmic sequence of syllables imitating the sound of the instrument once again.

(In Cuba his smiling face is welcome most anyplace)
The peanut vendor's friendly and inviting personality is well-known in his home country, where he is always greeted with a warm smile and a friendly welcome.

(Peanuts they hear him cry)
The peanut vendor is calling out to potential customers, letting them know that he is selling roasted peanuts, which they can hear through his invitation.

(Peanuts they all reply)
The people of Cuba respond positively to the peanut vendor's call, as they have come to enjoy his tasty and affordable peanuts.

(If you're looking for an early morning treat)
The peanut vendor is suggesting that his freshly roasted peanuts are the perfect early morning snack.

(Get some double jointed peanuts good to eat)
The peanut vendor is drawing attention to the excellent quality of his peanuts, which are double-jointed, making them more substantial and offering more value for money.

For breakfast (or dinnertime)
The peanut vendor is suggesting that his peanuts are not just good for breakfast, but also for dinner, as they are a versatile snack that can be eaten at any time.

For supper (most anytime)
This line repeats the message from the previous line, emphasizing the idea that peanuts are an excellent snack for any meal, at any time of the day or night.

The merry twinkle in his eye
The peanut vendor's happy demeanor is infectious, as he always has a cheerful twinkle in his eye when he is doing business with his customers.

He's got a way that makes you buy
The peanut vendor has a unique way of persuading his customers to buy his peanuts, perhaps through storytelling, humor, or song.

(Each morning) that whistle blows
The peanut vendor is emphasizing the importance of his morning whistle, which is a signature sound that he uses to identify himself in each new location.

(Are you more than I sell)
The peanut vendor is suggesting that the value of his product goes beyond mere peanuts, as he also embodies a spirit of cheerfulness and happiness that cannot be quantified.

If an apple keeps the doctor from your door
The peanut vendor is making a comparison between apples, which are renowned for their health benefits, and peanuts, which he believes are equally healthy and nutritious, if not more so.

Peanuts ought to keep him from you even more
The peanut vendor is implying that peanuts are so healthy, they can even ward off the doctor, which is a clever way of emphasizing the product's nutritional benefits.

(Peanuts) we'll meet again
The peanut vendor is suggesting that his customers will return to buy his peanuts again and again, as they are not just tasty, but a convenient and affordable snack.

This street again
The peanut vendor is implying that he will continue to do business in the same location, which suggests that he has built a loyal customer base in that area.

We'll eat again
This line emphasizes the satisfying and nourishing qualities of peanuts, which are not just a snack but a source of sustenance and energy.

You Peanut Man, that peanut man's gone
The peanut vendor is ending the song with a playful twist, as he refers to himself in the third person, and suggests that he has already moved on to another location to sell his peanuts.

(Peanut, peanut, peanut)
The song ends with a repeated sequence of the word 'peanut,' emphasizing the central message of the song, and leaving a lasting impression on the listener.