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Who did the song Georgy Porgy?

Who did the song Georgy Porgy?

Toto
Georgie Porgy/Artists
“Georgy Porgy” (/ˈpɔːrdʒi/) is a song written by David Paich, included on American rock band Toto’s self-titled debut album in 1978.

What was Toto’s first song?

Child’s Anthem
Track listing

No. Title Lead vocals
1. “Child’s Anthem” instrumental
2. “I’ll Supply the Love” Bobby Kimball
3. “Georgy Porgy” Steve Lukather
4. “Manuela Run” David Paich

What year did Georgie Porgie come out?

1978
Georgie Porgy/Released

Who wrote Georgie Porgy?

David Paich
Georgie Porgy/Lyricists

What is the origin of Georgie Porgie?

The origins of the lyrics to “Georgie Porgie” are English and refer to the courtier George Villiers, 1st duke of Duke of Buckingham (1592–1628). King James I took Villiers as his lover and nicknamed him “Steenie” (a reference to St. Stephen whom in the Bible describes as having the “face of an angel”).

Who sang lead vocals on Toto’s Africa?

“Africa” is credited to Toto keyboardist/vocalist David Paich and the late drummer Jeff Porcaro, as Porcaro’s intricate drum and percussion track, which captured the vibe of what Paich had begun to create on keyboards, became integral to Toto’s original recording of song.

What was Toto’s greatest hit?

I’ll Be Over You. Toto. Peaked at #1 on 10.24.1986.

  • Africa. Toto. Peaked at #5 on 1.21.1983.
  • Rosanna. Toto. Peaked at #17 on 7.16.1982.
  • I Won’t Hold You Back. Toto. Peaked at #1 on 4.29.1983.
  • Pamela. Toto. Peaked at #9 on 5.13.1988.
  • Without Your Love. Toto. Peaked at #7 on 3.6.1987.
  • Toto. Peaked at #19 on 2.22.1980.
  • Anna. Toto.
  • What did Georgy Porgy do?

    Origins and variations Georgie Porgie, pudding and pie, Kissed the girls and made them cry, When the girls came out to play, Georgie Porgie ran away.

    What does Georgy Porgy mean?

    “Georgy Porgy” is a rhyming nickname for “George.” “pudding pie” (was probably added just to rhyme) “kissed the girls and made them cry” is an old children’s taunt. “( child’s name ) kissed the girls/boys and made them cry!”

    When did the song Georgy Porgy come out?

    ” Georgy Porgy ” (/ ˈpɔːrdʒi /) is a song written by David Paich, released on Toto ‘s self-titled debut album in 1978. It was released as a single in 1979 and charted on the Billboard Hot 100 (number 48) as well as on both the R&B (number 18) and Dance (number 80) charts. The lead vocals are performed by guitarist Steve Lukather.

    When was the first Georgie Porgie nursery rhyme written?

    “Georgie Porgie” is a very popular traditional English nursery rhyme, dating back to the 19th century. The song was first published with different lyrics, in James Orchard Halliwell’s collection in 1840.

    Who is the singer of Georgy Porgy by Devin The Dude?

    This version reached number 2 in New Zealand. It was recorded by Filipino rock musician Ramon Jacinto together with Bobby Kimball of Toto from the 2012 album RJ Duets. The song was used by Devin the Dude in his song “Georgy” from the album The Dude, and by Guru in “Kissed the World” from the album Jazzmatazz, Vol. 4.

    When did George Bernard Shaw write Georgie Porgie?

    Georgie Porgie. The song was first published with different lyrics, in James Orchard Halliwell’s collection in 1840. The author George Bernard Shaw (born 1856) refers to the lyrics of Georgie Porgie from his childhood, so this version must be at least that old.