Gene Chandler – Duke Of Earl

“Duke of Earl” is a classic R&B song by American singer Gene Chandler, released in 1962. Written by Chandler, Bernice Williams, and Earl Edwards, the song became one of his biggest hits and remains one of the defining tracks of the early 1960s.

Key Features of “Duke of Earl”:

  1. Musical Style and Composition: “Duke of Earl” blends doo-wop with early R&B, capturing the smooth vocal harmonies and catchy melodies characteristic of the era. The song features Chandler’s deep, soulful voice, combined with a distinctive vocal chant in the background (“Duke! Duke! Duke!”). The production also includes a marching, almost regal beat, adding to the song’s grand and catchy vibe.
  2. Lyrics and Theme: The song is about a man who calls himself the “Duke of Earl” and offers an image of grandeur and nobility, despite the fact that he’s just an ordinary man. His claims of being a duke are part of his courtship style, as he serenades a woman with promises of respect and admiration. The song has a playful and romantic tone, as the Duke promises the woman a life of love and luxury.
  3. Chart Performance: “Duke of Earl” was an immense commercial success. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard R&B chart and stayed there for three weeks. It also topped the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks in 1962. The song’s popularity helped cement Gene Chandler’s place in music history, and it became a major influence on R&B and pop music during the early ’60s.
  4. Legacy: “Duke of Earl” is often remembered as a quintessential doo-wop hit, showcasing the genre’s charm and infectious melodies. It has been covered and referenced in various forms of popular culture, cementing its status as an iconic track of the 1960s.

The song is often considered Gene Chandler’s signature hit, and its success helped establish him as a major figure in early R&B and pop music. Its enduring popularity has kept it alive in music history as a representation of 1960s vocal harmony groups and the upbeat, stylish vibe of the era.

 Gene Chandler – Duke Of Earl
Gene Chandler – Duke Of Earl

Lyrics

🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤

[Intro]
Duke, Duke, Duke, Duke of Earl
Duke, Duke, Duke of Earl
Duke, Duke, Duke of Earl
Duke, Duke, Duke of Earl
Duke, Duke, Duke, Duke of Earl
Duke, Duke, Duke of Earl
Duke, Duke, Duke of Earl
Duke, Duke, Duke of Earl

[Verse 1]
As I-I walk through this world
Nothing can stop the Duke of Earl
And-a you, you are my girl
And no one can hurt you, oh no

[Chorus 1]
Yes, a-I, oh, I’m gonna love you
Oh-oh, come on let me hold you, darlin’
‘Cause I’m the Duke of Earl
So, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah and

[Verse 2]
And when I hold you
You’ll be my Duchess, Duchess of Earl
I’ll walk through my dukedom
And a paradise we will share

[Chorus 2]
Yes, a-I, oh, I’m gonna love you
Oh-oh, nothing can stop me, now
‘Cause I’m the Duke of Earl
So, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

[Bridge]
Woo-hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo
Du-ooh-hoo-uke
Oh-oh-whoa-oh
Woo-hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo
Du-ooh-hoo-uke
Oh-oh-oh

[Chorus 2]
Yeah, I, oh, I’m gonna love you
Oh-oh, nothing can stop me, now
‘Cause I’m the Duke of Earl
So, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

[Outro]
Woo-hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo
Du-ooh-hoo-uke
So, whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa
Woo-hoo-hoo-hoo-hoo
Du-ooh-hoo-uke
Oh-oh-oh

 

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