Well, Did You Evah? Lyrics
Bing Crosby
Lyrics
Have you heard? The coast of Maine just got caught in a hurricane?
Well did you ever? What a swell party this is!
Have you heard that poor dear Blanche got run down by an avalanche?
Well, did you ever? What a swell party this is!
What daiquiris! What sherry, please! What burgundy! What pommery!
Have you heard? Professor Munch ate his wife and divorced his lunch?
Well, did you ever? What a swell party this is!
Misses Smith in her new Hup crossed the bridge when the bridge was up,
Well, did you ever? What a swell part this is!
What brandy, wow! What whiskey, here's how!
What gin and what beer, will you sober up, dear?
Song & Lyrics Facts
"Well, Did You Evah!" is a popular song written by Cole Porter for the musical DuBarry Was a Lady (1939). It was famously performed by Bing Crosby and Frank Sinatra in the film High Society (1956), with music arranged by Nelson Riddle.
The song was released as a single on Decca Records in 1956 and reached number nine on the Billboard charts. The song has become a classic of its genre, combining elements of swing, jazz, blues, and even classical music. Its lyrics are witty and cleverly composed by Porter, who often used his own experiences to inspire them. The two singers deliver their lines with great energy and enthusiasm, backed up by a band that includes some of the greatest musicians of the era, such as guitarist Barney Kessel, bassist Joe Comfort, and drummer Shelly Manne. With its memorable melody and cleverly crafted lyrics, "Well, Did You Evah!" continues to be a favorite among fans of all ages. Lyrics include: "Did you ever have a love affair that was so divine/It made you quite insane and ruined your whole life line?"