About the song
## Splish Splash: A Bathtime Ballad That Made a Big Splash
“Splish Splash,” a seemingly innocuous novelty tune, is more than just a catchy jingle about bathtub antics. This 1958 rock ‘n’ roll sensation, performed and co-written by the charismatic Bobby Darin, was a pivotal moment in the singer’s career. The song’s origins are as unexpected as its lyrics.
Born from a playful wager between Darin and the influential DJ Murray the K, “Splish Splash” was a challenge met head-on. Inspired by a suggestion from Murray’s mother, Jean Kaufman, Darin crafted a song that not only began with the titular phrase but also captured the carefree spirit of youth. To avoid any hint of payola, the song was credited to Darin and “Jean Murray,” a clever combination of their names.
Beyond its playful exterior, “Splish Splash” marked a turning point for Darin. The song skyrocketed up the charts, solidifying his status as a rising star and paving the way for a successful career. Its infectious melody and humorous lyrics resonated with audiences of all ages, making it an enduring classic.
The song’s impact extended beyond its commercial success. Its playful nature and catchy chorus have made it a beloved choice for countless covers, adaptations, and parodies over the decades. From comedic renditions to orchestral arrangements, “Splish Splash” has proven to be a versatile and enduring piece of popular music.
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Lyrics
Splish, splash, I was takin’ a bath
Long about a Saturday night, yeah
A rub dub, just relaxin’ in the tub
Thinkin’ everythin’ was alright
Well, I stepped out the tub
I put my feet on the floor
I wrapped the towel around me and I
Opened the door
And then a-splish, splash
I jumped back in the bath
Well, how was I to know
There was a party goin’ on?
There was a-splishin’ and a-splashin’
Reelin’ with the feelin’
Movin’ and a-groovin’
Rockin’ and a-rollin’, yeah, yeah
Bing, bang, I saw the whole gang
Dancin’ on my living room rug, yeah
Flip, flop, they was doin’ the bop
All the teens had the dancin’ but
There was lollipop with a Peggy Sue
Good golly, Miss Molly was-a even there, too
A- well-a, splish, splash, I forgot about the bath
I went and put my dancin’ shoes on, yeah
I was a-rollin’ and a-strollin’
Reelin’ with the feelin’
Movin’ and a-groovin’
Splishin’ and a-splashin’, yeah
Yes, I was a-splishin’ and a-splashin’
I was a-rollin’ and a-strollin’
Yeah, I was a-movin’ and a-groovin’
We was a-reelin’ with the feelin’
We was a-rollin’ and a-strollin’
Movin’ with the groovin’
Splish, splash, yeah
Splishin’ and a-splashin’
One time I was splishin’ and a-splashin’
Ooh, I was movin’ and a-groovin’
Yeah, I was splishin’ and a-splashin’