Hey Bartender
Floyd Dixon
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Went ballin' the other night Started drinkin' and got real tight I blew each and all my friends Felt so good, I had to blow again I said, "Hey, bartender Hey man, looka here" Draw, one draw, two draw Three, four glasses of beer Saw a chick sittin' on the end I said, " Baby, can't we be friends You're looking sweet as you can be Come on down and drink with me" I said, "Hey, bartender Hey man, looka here" Draw, one draw, two draw Three, four glasses of beer We were having so much fun Didn't know it was half past one Sat down to have one more Looked the clock and it was almost four I said, "Hey, bartender Hey man, looka here" Draw, one draw, two draw Three, four glasses of beer Juke box playin' and everything All the cats began to sing I heard somebody called, said Last round for alcohol I said, "Hey bartender, hey bartender Hey bartender, hey bartender Hey bartender, hey bartender Draw one, two, three, four glasses of beer"
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Written by: DOSSIE TERRY, TERRY DOSSIE
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4 facts about this song
Floyd Dixon VersionThe original version of the song "Hey Bartender" was performed by the American R&B pianist, Floyd Dixon. His version was released in 1955.
- Floyd Dixon is considered a pioneer of the post-war West Coast blues scene. His influential music combines elements of Texas blues, jump blues, and R&B.
- Though not as commercially successful as other blues musicians of the time, Dixon's songs - "Hey Bartender" being a prime example - have had a lasting impact on the genre.
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Johnny Lee Version"Hey Bartender" was also covered by American country music artist Johnny Lee, released in 1983.
- Johnny Lee's version was released as the first single from his album "Hey Bartender". It peaked at number 2 on the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number 1 on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks.
- The song was a significant hit for Lee, being one of his 20 top-10 country hits in the U.S.
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The Blues Brothers VersionThe Blues Brothers, a band founded by comedians Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi, covered "Hey Bartender" for their debut studio album, "Briefcase Full of Blues", released in 1978.
- Their cover of "Hey Bartender" is frequently recognized due to its appearance in the film "The Blues Brothers" (1980), where it is performed in a country and western bar.
- The Blues Brothers' take on this song is characterized by its high-energy performance and big band arrangement, which features a horn section.
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General Facts"Hey Bartender" is a blues song that has definitely endured the test of time. The same basic song has been successfully adapted to the R&B, country, and blues-rock genres by Floyd Dixon, Johnny Lee, and The Blues Brothers respectively.
- The song's relatable theme and catchy rhythm have contributed to its continued popularity and the variety of covers it has inspired.
- In addition to the mentioned artists, "Hey Bartender" has also been covered by various other musicians, including Koko Taylor and Laurel Aitken.
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