Eldridge was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His nickname was Little Jazz. Eldridge played in the bands of Fletcher Henderson, Gene Krupa and Artie Shaw before making records under his own name. He also played in Benny Goodman's and Count Basie's Orchestras, and co-led a band with Coleman Hawkins.
Sing Sing Sing
Roy Eldridge Lyrics
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Now you're singin' with a swing
Sing sing sing, sing, everybody start to sing like dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah
Now you're singin' with a swing.
When the music goes around,
Everybody's goes go to town.
But here is one thing you should know
Now you're singin with a swing
Swing swing swing swing, listen to the trumpet swing
Blow blow blow blow, listen to the trombones go
When the music goes around,
Everybody's goes go to town.
But here is one thing you should know
Sing sing sing sing everybody start to sing like dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah
Everybody go!
Sing sing sing sing everybody start to sing like dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah
Now you're singin with a swing
Sing sing sing sing everybody start to sing like dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah
Now you're singin with a swing
Swing swing swing, everybody start to swing
Now your swingin while you sing
When the music goes around, everybody goes to town
Just relax and take is slow
SIng sing
Start singing, keep swinging
Now you're singing with a swing
The lyrics to Roy Eldridge's song Sing Sing Sing have a clear message of encouragement to everyone to start singing and enjoy themselves. The repetition of the words "sing, sing, sing" creates a sense of urgency and excitement, while the phrase "dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah" emphasizes the upbeat, swing style of the music. The lyrics also suggest that when the music starts playing, everyone will join in and have a good time, making their way to the town to party.
The song also emphasizes the role of the trumpets and trombones in creating the swing music. The lines "listen to the trumpet swing, blow blow blow blow, listen to the trombones go" highlight the importance of these instruments in the music, and their contribution to the overall rhythm and sound.
Overall, the message of the song is to let go and enjoy the music, singing and dancing with abandon. It's a classic swing number that remains popular today.
Line by Line Meaning
Sing, sing, sing, sing everybody start to sing like dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah
Let's all sing together in unison using similar sounds and syllables to create a harmonious melody.
Now you're singin' with a swing
We have picked up the rhythm so now we can add a little swing to our melody.
Swing swing swing swing, listen to the trumpet swing
Listen to the trumpet player flow with the rhythm by adding a swing to their melody.
Blow blow blow blow, listen to the trombones go
Listen to the trombone players go at it by blowing their horns in a lively, rhythmic way.
Everybody go!
Everyone should join in and add to the lively atmosphere we have created.
Swing swing swing, everybody start to swing
We should all start to move with the rhythm and sway to the beat to add to the swing sound.
Now your swingin while you sing
At this point, our bodies are in sync with the music and we are able to move and sing with ease.
Just relax and take it slow
Let's all take a moment to slow down and savor the music and the moment we have created.
Start singing, keep swinging
We should keep up the momentum by singing and dancing with the same level of energy.
Now you're singing with a swing
By adding swing to our singing, we have created a dynamic melody that is fun and exciting to listen to.
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