The song "Witch Doctor" by Ross Bagdasarian was released in 1958 and became a huge hit, reaching number one on the charts. It is a novelty song that features a whimsical and catchy tune, combined with comical lyrics. The main idea of the song revolves around a love-struck man seeking help from a witch doctor to win the affection of the girl he desires. The lyrics are filled with playful nonsense words and gibberish, adding to the charm and humor of the song. The repetitive nature of the chorus, where the witch doctor responds with "Oo ee oo ah ah, ting tang, walla walla bing bang," has made it an iconic part of pop culture. Overall, "Witch Doctor" is a lighthearted and fun song that continues to be enjoyed by audiences of all ages.
A French-language version, "Docteur Miracle" was recorded by Danyel Gérard, by Annie Cordy, and also by Claude Piron.
In the episode Make Room for Lisa of The Simpsons , Homer Simpson sings the song to himself while he and Lisa are in separate water-filled sensory deprivation tanks, with slightly different lyrics. In the TV series Jonathan Creek , Jonathan and Maddie grimly recite the lyrics as they remember them, and then have an argument about who sang it, what it was about, and how the chorus went.
Overall, "Witch Doctor" is a lighthearted and fun song that continues to be enjoyed by audiences of all ages..
Witch Doctor (song)
This article is about the song. For the article on practitioners of traditional healing medicine, see Witch doctor. For other uses, see Witch doctor (disambiguation).
| "Witch Doctor" | |
|---|---|
| Single by David Seville | |
| Released | 1958 |
| Format | 45 rpm |
| Recorded | 1958 |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Label | Liberty |
| Writer(s) | Ross Bagdasarian, Sr. |
| Producer | Ross Bagdasarian, Sr. |
"Witch Doctor" is a song written and performed by Ross Bagdasarian, Sr., and released in 1958 by Liberty Records under the name David Seville, a character whom Bagdasarian portrayed.
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Reviews for "The Remix and Cover Culture Surrounding Ross Bagdasarian's "Witch Doctor" Song"
1. John - 1/5 stars - The "Witch Doctor" song by Ross Bagdasarian is nothing short of obnoxious. The repetitive lyrics and annoying high-pitched voice are grating to the ears. I don't understand how some people find this song enjoyable. It may have been a popular novelty song in its time, but I fail to see any redeeming qualities in it. I would recommend skipping over this song and finding something more tolerable to listen to.
2. Sarah - 2/5 stars - I can see why some people might find the "Witch Doctor" song by Ross Bagdasarian amusing, but personally, I found it to be quite cheesy and dated. The vocals are over the top and the lyrics are incredibly silly. While it may have been catchy back in the day, it hasn't aged well, in my opinion. I prefer music that has more substance and depth, so this song just didn't resonate with me.
3. Michael - 2/5 stars - The "Witch Doctor" song by Ross Bagdasarian is a prime example of a novelty song that quickly loses its charm. While it may elicit a chuckle upon first listen, the repetitive nature and silly lyrics quickly become tiresome. It's one of those songs that may be okay to hear once in a while as a joke, but definitely not something I would actively choose to listen to. Overall, it's a forgettable song that doesn't offer anything memorable or worth revisiting.
4. Emily - 1/5 stars - I despise the "Witch Doctor" song by Ross Bagdasarian with a passion. It's one of those annoying songs that get stuck in your head and refuse to leave. The high-pitched voice and nonsensical lyrics are grating to my ears. I'm all for catchy tunes, but this one just doesn't do it for me. It's a song that I actively avoid and can't understand why it gained popularity in the first place. I would not recommend subjecting yourself to this torture of a song.