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Feet Up (Pat Him on the Po-Po)
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Wikipedia article
"'Feet Up (Pat Him on the Po-Po)'" is a popular song written by Bob Merrill in 1952. Its best-known version was recorded by Guy Mitchell in 1952. The song reached number 18 on the 'Cashbox' chart in August 1952. The song also reached number 2 on the UK Singles Chart in November 1952, becoming the first number two record in that chart.
The narrator of the song is a former lowlife who is reforming so he can set a good example for his newborn son, whom he loves. The title refers to the tradition of spanking a newborn baby just after birth, to ensure it draws breath.
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Category:Songs written by Bob Merrill
Category:1952 songs
Category:Guy Mitchell songs
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