Maddox was the singer in the Maddox Brothers and Rose, often considered to be "the greatest hillbilly band of all time". In 1996 she was nominated for a Grammy award for her Arhoolie recording $35 and a Dream. Her life story and that of the band were told in the biography, Ramblin' Rose: The Life and Career of Rose Maddox by Jonny Whiteside. ISBN 0-8265-1269-0.
Discography
Maddox Brothers & Rose
* America's Most Colorful Hillbilly Band v.1 (Arhoolie Records, 1976/1993)
* America's Most Colorful Hillbilly Band v.2 (Arhoolie, 1995)
* On The Air (Arhoolie, 1983/1996)
* Live On The Radio (1996)
* The Hillbilly Boogie Years (Rockateer, 1996)
* A Collection of Standard Sacred Songs (King, 1956)
* The Most Colorful Hillbilly Band in America (Bear Family, 1998)
Solo/Compilations
* Precious Memories (Columbia, 1958)
* The One Rose (Capitol, 1960)
* Glorybound Train (Capitol, 1961)
* A Big Bouquet of Roses (Capitol, 1961)
* Rose Maddox Sings Bluegrass (Capitol, 1962/1996)
* Alone with You (Capitol, 1963)
* Rosie (Starday, 1970)
* Reckless Love & Bold Adventure (Takoma, 1977)
* Rose of the West Coast Country (Arhoolie, 1980)
* This is Rose Maddox (Arhoolie, 1982)
* A Beautiful Bouquet (Arhoolie, 1983)
* Queen of the West (Varrick, 1986)
* California Rose (See for Miles, 1989)
* $35 And A Dream (Arhoolie, 1994)
* The One Rose: The Capitol Years (Bear Family, 1994)
* The Moon is Rising (Country Town Music, 1996)
* "The Legendary Queen Of The West" (Boothill, 2000)
Move It On Over
Rose Maddox Lyrics
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That baby of mine wouldn't let me in
So move it on over (move it on over)
Move it on over (move it on over)
Move over little dog 'cause the big dog's moving in
She's changed the lock on my front door
My door key don't fit no more
Scoot it on over (move it on over)
Move over skinny dog 'cause the fat dog's moving in
The dog house here is mighty small
But it's better than no house at all
So ease it on over (move it on over)
Drag it on over (move it on over)
Move over old dog 'cause a new dog's moving in
She told me not to play around
But I done let the deal go down
So pack it on over (move it on over)
Tote it on over (move it on over)
Move over nice dog 'cause a mad dog's moving in
She warned me once, she warned me twice
But I don't take no one's advice
So scratch it on over (move it on over)
Shake it on over (move it on over)
Move over short dog 'cause a tall dog's moving in
She'll crawl back to me on her knees
I'll be busy scratching fleas
So slide it on over (move it on over)
Sneak it on over (move it on over)
Move over good dog 'cause a mad dog's moving in
Remember pup, before you whine
That side's yours and this side's mine
So shove it on over (move it on over)
Sweep it on over (move it on over)
Move over cold dog 'cause a hot dog's moving in
Rose Maddox's song "Move It on Over" tells the story of a man who comes home late at night, only to find that his partner has changed the locks on their door, leaving him stranded outside. The man laments his situation and sings about how he has to "move it on over" as the "big dog's moving in." He even says that his new living situation in the dog house is better than no house at all. Despite being warned by his partner not to play around, the man continues to do so, and believes that she will come crawling back to him. The song ends with a final warning to "move over cold dog 'cause a hot dog's moving in."
The song is a classic example of honky-tonk country music from the 1940s and 50s. The lyrics are witty and humorous, often using dog metaphors to describe the man's situation. The song's popularity has endured over the years and has been covered by many artists, including Hank Williams and George Thorogood.
Line by Line Meaning
Came in last night at half past ten
I returned home late last night, at exactly half past ten.
That baby of mine wouldn't let me in
My romantic partner would not permit me entry into our home.
So move it on over (move it on over)
Move it on over (move it on over)
Move over little dog 'cause the big dog's moving in
I implore my small-sized romantic rival to remove himself out of my way since I am taking over his place.
She's changed the lock on my front door
My door key don't fit no more
So get it on over (move it on over)
Scoot it on over (move it on over)
Move over skinny dog 'cause the fat dog's moving in
My romantic partner has abruptly altered the lock to our house. As a result, I am requesting that a small competitor get out of my way since I, a larger person are stepping in.
The dog house here is mighty small
But it's better than no house at all
So ease it on over (move it on over)
Drag it on over (move it on over)
Move over old dog 'cause a new dog's moving in
The residence that I am forced to vacate is small, yet still superior to being without a home. Thus, I am asking the current occupant to relinquish their spot as I, a new inhabitant are replacing them.
She told me not to play around
But I done let the deal go down
So pack it on over (move it on over)
Tote it on over (move it on over)
Move over nice dog 'cause a mad dog's moving in
My significant other instructed me not to be unfaithful, but I proceeded with the unethical behavior. Consequently, I am requesting that a pleasant party move out of my way since I, an agitated individual are taking their place.
She warned me once, she warned me twice
But I don't take no one's advice
So scratch it on over (move it on over)
Shake it on over (move it on over)
Move over short dog 'cause a tall dog's moving in
On multiple occasions, my romantic partner advised me against making poor decisions, but I chose to ignore the counsel. Therefore, I am requesting for a smaller individual to move out of my way since I, a more prominent individual are assuming their position.
She'll crawl back to me on her knees
I'll be busy scratching fleas
So slide it on over (move it on over)
Sneak it on over (move it on over)
Move over good dog 'cause a mad dog's moving in
My romantic partner will attempt to reconcile with me in a subservient manner, but I will be indisposed with scratching my skin. Therefore, I am requesting for a well-behaved mutt to move out of my way as I, a temperamental individual, am assuming their position.
Remember pup, before you whine
That side's yours and this side's mine
So shove it on over (move it on over)
Sweep it on over (move it on over)
Move over cold dog 'cause a hot dog's moving in
You should keep in mind, young canine, that one side of the territory is yours and the other is mine. Therefore, I am requesting for a chilly individual to move out of my way as I, a fiery individual, am moving into their spot.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: HANK WILLIAMS SR.
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Duck Dodge
Greatest rock song ever written in history of humanity. Except for what ever one it is in your opinion, because that is way more valuable of a viewpoint in the marketplace of your mind.
bill gonzo
Very Early Female rocker, her and her band pre date even Wanda Jackson....great version of this song, which the maddox bros cut many times in the 40's and 50's ....one of my all time favs
Steffen Föll
....the One and Only Rose !