From New Orleans, they were classically trained and switched over to jazz as they grew up along with the form. First recorded in 1925, they went on to play vaudeville and ended up on radio in California. After being heard coast to coast on one of the first nationwide radio hookups, they became stars of radio in NYC headlining both their own programs, as well as working on shows with Bing Crosby and The Mills Brothers until the trio disbanded in 1936, mainly due to their marriages. They also appeared in many films of the time. (See youtube)
Connie Boswell, who later changed the spelling of her name to Connee, continued as a solo singer after the demise of the group, influencing singers like Ella Fitzgerald and Frank Sinatra. She did all this despite being unable to walk alone due to childhood polio and other back injuries.
"There is only one person I ever tried to sing like and that person was Connee Boswell."
Ella Fitzgerald, NBC News interview
"Connee Boswell is, without a doubt, the most widely imitated singer of all time."
Frank Sinatra
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Louisana Hayride
The Boswell Sisters Lyrics
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Let's get goin' now, we're ready
Let's start somethin', Louisiana hayride
Let's start callin' the roll
I like that sport
Sittin' in the hay
The time is short
Crack your whip
Get your little buggy to go
Said, let's start somethin'
Louisiana hayride
We're just rarin' to go
Round and round, "Let's go to town"
Said, Louisiana hayride for me
Get goin', Louisiana hayride
Get goin', we always ready
Start somethin', Louisiana hayride
No use callin' the roll
La la la la, la la la la
La la da dum
Like that sport
Sittin' in the hay
Lovin' it away, oh oh
Oh, the time is short
Crack your little whip
Get your little buggy to go
Said, let's start somethin'
Louisiana hayride
No foolin'
We're all is happy
Get goin', Louisiana hayride
No use callin' the roll
La la la la, la la la la
La la da dum
"Gonna be big doings down here tonight, folks
Goin' on a hayride!
Let's see now…everybody here?
Brother Klein (‘yeah, man!'), brother Kress (‘I'm ready')
Dorsey brothers (‘yeah!')
Martha, Connie and Vet (‘yowseh!')
Let's get goin'!"
Giddy-up, giddy-up, giddy-up
Here we go on a Louisiana hayride…Hey!!!
The song Louisiana Hayride by The Boswell Sisters is a classic tune about the excitement, energy, and fun that can be found on a hayride in Louisiana. The song begins with an invitation to "get going" and start the hayride, with the refrain repeating "Let's start somethin', Louisiana hayride/Let's start callin' the roll." The singer expresses their enjoyment of the hayride experience, sitting in the hay and having a good time with their partner. They urge the driver to "crack" their whip and pick up the pace, as they want to keep the party going. The song ends with a roll call of all the participants and a rallying cry of "giddy-up" as they continue their Louisiana hayride.
The lyrics of Louisiana Hayride are a nostalgic representation of the fun and communal nature of a traditional hayride. The song captures the feeling of anticipation and excitement that comes with starting an adventure with friends and loved ones. The playful imagery of sitting in the hay and cracking the whip adds to the lighthearted and carefree vibe of the song. Overall, Louisiana Hayride is a catchy and upbeat tune that celebrates the thrill and joy of a classic pastime.
Line by Line Meaning
Let's get goin', Louisiana hayride
We're ready and excited to go on a Louisiana hayride!
Let's get goin' now, we're ready
We're ready to go now, let's get moving!
Let's start somethin', Louisiana hayride
Let's get this hayride started!
Let's start callin' the roll
Let's make sure everyone is present and ready to go!
I like that sport
I enjoy this activity
Sittin' in the hay
Our seating for the hayride is in the hay
Lovin' it away, oh
We're enjoying ourselves
The time is short
We only have a limited time to enjoy this activity
Crack your whip
Let's get moving quickly!
Get your little buggy to go
Get your vehicle moving!
We're just rarin' to go
We're very excited and ready to go!
Round and round, "Let's go to town"
We're circling around on this hayride, excited to go into town
Said, Louisiana hayride for me
I want to go on a Louisiana hayride!
Get goin', Louisiana hayride
Let's get moving on this hayride!
We always ready
We're always prepared and excited for this activity
No use callin' the roll
We don't need to check attendance, we're all here and ready!
La la la la, la la la la
Singing sounds of joy and excitement
La la da dum
More singing sounds of joy and fun
No foolin'
We're serious, let's get started!
We're all is happy
We're all very happy and excited!
Giddy-up, giddy-up, giddy-up
Let's go, let's get moving!
Here we go on a Louisiana hayride…Hey!!!
We're embarking on a Louisiana hayride, let's go!
Writer(s): Arthur Schwartz, Howard Dietz
Contributed by Leo K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@clintwalls5217
Pretty gals,like the way they talk,
Louisiana Hayride!!
@AManAndAMouse
You hear a snippet of the Boswell Sisters' version of Louisiana Hayride in the Linda Ronstadt documentary that was released today. I hadn't heard their version before. The ending is bananas! Love the Boswells!
@fromthesidelines
Recorded on November 22, 1932 [with the Dorsey Brothers Orchestra], and originally featured in the Broadway revue, "Flying Colors" (performed by its cast in blackface!). Later revived in the 1953 musical "The Band Wagon", and performed in the film by Nanette Fabray.
@IAmAWealthyGirl
"LA Hayride" is the answer to a clue in a Sunday Times crossword puzzle I'm doing, and I had to hear the song! Thank you so much for having posted it! :-D
(It's abbreviated like that, "LA." The theme of the whole puzzle is abbreviated states' names.)
@mikofossum
I love the ending of the song!
@syncopeter
This song epitomises everything the Bozzies did for revolutionising close harmony singing. With the great Dorsey Brothers' orchestra behind them, it is nothing short of breath taking, Connee was such a genius at vocal arrangements. It would take another 30 years before Anita Kerr made the second great change in close harmony. But I do prefer this earlier way of singing.
@MrIobari
this is going to custom fallout radio, 100% :D
@sharonkerman9127
The same day Connie recorded a low down Minnie the Moocher's Wedding Day and a swinging It Don't Mean a Thing, a stylistic tour de force.
@stephen2000306
Was this the theme song for a Radio Show??