Gone Fishin' - Louis Armstrong & Bing Crosby

[slitor]

The procrastination theme.....so appropriate.....

[coltoncolcleasure]

Does anyone else feel like this song is about getting high?

[chytear4]

love this song man!!

<3

[shinerabat]

One of my all time favorite songs. I just love how the lyrics are so earth-to-earth and deep at the same time !

[nicebikemate]

Love Louise Armstrongin general, but this has got to be my favourite song by / with him.

[JusticeRetroHunter]

His voice is soo deep. its kinda awesome.

[luckyday465768]

"But you just don't give a darrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrn". That was just amazing.

[vwbug1971]

I too feel like I was born into the wrong era. The songs from their time were written with a goodness that today is lost. Thanks for uploading it.

[clare6572]

For my old fishing mate,who we sadly lost this year (2011) Alan R.I.P. Mate xx

[brendogg]

I dont personally think its about weed. However just to play devils advocate, Louis Armstrong was a lifetime weed (gage) smoker and even has a song about it! For those that don't know "Muggles" is the name of the song and can be found here on youtube. Apologies if this has been covered already.

[Doctoratkins]

Life was way to simple back then, when you got a chest infection, because it rained when you were fishing, you died lol

[TxTMusic]

This song is pure art therefor open to interpretation. Believe it means whatever you want it to mean. No one can tell you what to think, however believing our opinions about things are facts could be construed as a mental disorder... XP

[ChrisW164]

really hates imposing political correctness on such a wonderful Sunday afternoon delight that Pops and Bing left to us, but did they have to give Armstrong the earthy, rustic chores and Crosby had the busy investments that would let him skip a few hours if he wanted to?

[guitarhero1346]

@ChrisW164 All good points, but I think you're thinking too hard, just sit back and enjoy the song

[otef434]

Shall I twist your arm???? Not needed! Wonderful song, I remember it from WGN Radio's fishing show.

And yes, I left the lawn half mowed because this was swimming around in my head, so I came inside to cool off and look it up. Shangri-La!

[irishhellsangel]

Sorry cant comment,GONE FISHING!

[TheBrendarules]

@neverafraid05 ditto, i love songs from that time, especially Louis :)

[saintbeavis]

Smoking pot is nice, fishing is also nice. Smoking pot whilst fishing is fucking great but not essential, I'm about to go fishing in about 5 minutes. Without pot, but I'm still going to enjoy it. Lets be realistic here all you anti pot folks - fishing is just another excuse to do nothing for a few hrs, just like smoking. Chill the fuck out. blueblueblee is right.

[blueblueblee]

Everyone shut up.

listen to the song.

no one cares.

[Iguanaintrouble]

@neverafraid05 We live in whatever age we make it. The present's a little unsatisfying because life is a little unsatisfying.

[HatWares]

Oh Bing... white men can't scat.

[Musicfor60dvideos]

Anyone who leaves his Ho out in the sun is a friend of mine!!

[sickdrjoe]

Fantastic song. Nobody better at kibitzing throughout a tune than Bing....it's too bad nobody has YouTubed his collab w/ the Andrews Sisters & Dick Haymes, "Anything You Can Do" (which is as great as this one is).

It's a little sad to see so many 'clever' posters reduce Pops' incandescent artistry to "dude, he got high every day!- you know - like ME & my friends do!" Obviously, 'clever' or not, they've never gone fishing in their lives.

[ktrip88]

I could listen to this all day!! :-) They don't make music like this anymore. A lot of it is just computerized and vulgar.

[MemoToSelf10]

This was the song my family chose to play at my Grandad's funeral. It was and continues to be the most perfect song for him. He was an amicable countryman who spent as much time as possible salmon fishing. I miss him so much. This one is for you, Grandad xx

[TheBusker90]

Genuinely can't see how 3 people can dislike this. I mean fair enough, if this isisnt people kinda music, then so be it, but cmon, nobody can listen to this and NOT smile! :D

[astrophane]

Just gets no better than this.

[sbd650]

Just Brilliant !

[JustBonds]

I am 15 years old and I think this song is just beautiful.

[13421JLUJ]

@neverafraid05 Indeed, this song brings memories back from former times. I agree. Best regards.

[billwrosch]

3 people are fish.

[Canubis2k]

i left a roll half done! for the next master fisher!

[muckedaces]

funflitter playin poker lovin this song!

[rod11672000]

OH YEAH....

[DXtoboDX]

3 persons werent gone fishing.

[score38]

lolz we r jelous of the people back there becuase we wish we could live there becuase it was a simpler time and they MIGHT wish to live here becase of the technology or not

[p8ntballredneck316]

if yall think this song is about fishin your crazy

[MrReloboy]

two of the most beloved entertainers ever. We will not see character and talent like this again those day's produced some of the best ever. loved it thanks

[Rockape593]

A BIG THANK YOU

[GrantMeSerenity1971]

This might just be legendary. Period.

[immenonlyme]

This song was also played at my Dads funeral just over a month ago. He loved fishing, and this was definatly the song to suit him. I miss him so much, and more everyday- it really doesnt get easier. Im only 19....I havent graduated, got engaged, married or had children yet. So much he will miss out on. I love you so much Dad...Happy Birthday too <3 Always be your little pud xxxx

[shay4dawg44]

i like the ba bo baa bi ba bo baaaa at the end :) hehe

[eyg24]

This song just completely sums up exactly how i want to live my life.

[Idtelos]

Thumbs up if you rather be fishing!

[JimMorrisonsLoveChil]

Man I love this song...wish I was fishing right now!

[MrReloboy]

only found this song recently loved it why can't we catch lightening in the bottle again . we don't have the talent anymore in this day and age.

[ILiveOnMyBoat]

Mr Satch and Mr Crosb caught more than just a fish...

what can you say? Legends... Never be forgotten

[SGR750]

what is the deal at 1:57. Crosby gets really racist

[Wrivyn]

@SGR750 Pretty sure he was referring to the fleas on his dogs hide.

[zusos]

played at my fathers "life celebration", im glad i found it RIP dad, you werent perfect but you were always loving

[bigdoodsRoCk1242]

I love singing this song!

[bonggman]

One of my favorite songs!!!!!

[MrPoledance]

this was played at my pas funeral love ya pa

[cerbarus89]

I was born in the wrong timeline!! take me back to these days!!

[JuiceJase]

Louis is such a great singer/player and his duets with people are amazing such as the Fitzgerald and Kaye ones. :D

[FedorCHESS3000]

Youtube Documentary - They Sold Their Souls For Rock And Roll

[chrissept21]

i love louis, and i may have found some one else to listen to, bing!

[mikealvas]

I hate it how music in my generation is never like that. I always hear stories from my dad and granddad how music was such an amazing experience in the past.

Now, it turned into something so ugly. From teens with a horrible voice, on the stage just because they are marketable. Where has that talent gone? If music is like this now, I really don't wanna imagine how music would be in my children's generation.

How unfortunate.

[ImmigrantFreaks]

I'm 15 years old and my friends would never understand how much of a great song this is.. I only recently started listening to all kinds of songs from Louis Armstrong, I really like him. he had an amazing voice.. it makes me wish I was born during his time.. :)

[wcd47]

Sweet



[MrTvshowclips]

GAY FAGS

[MyXbox360Tutorials]

Im sorry Jayneykins. RIP.

[maybeJoanna]

ou jeah

[321Aceking]

Awesome~ :)

[Urbino237]

Two of my all-time favorite male singers!

[TheSheffieldBlade]

this song reminds me sooo much of my grandad, it was played at his funeral...rip

[rogertht1971]

great relaxing tune!!!

[criteriumracer]

The songs about women. Just look who is sing it.

[MrSteveUtah]

huh

[Idtelos]

fishing on a small pond at the end of a small bridge, listening to this song on an old radio....nice...

[Tr0ll1000]

i wish i had a time machine

[HiluxSurfssrx]

Is it just me does this song sound like it got pot smoking undertones to it, well Louis sounds pretty mashed up...and he was a big time stoner also, that's a fact

[rockhardxx2195]

Why do stoners always think EVERY feel-good song has to be about pot? Did it ever occur to you that people can be happy without doing drugs? (:

[MrSteveUtah]

The losers of the world don't think like that

[DrMorvia]

I know!

[xX420everyday420Xx]

obviously not every feel good song has to be about pot, and no stoner thinks that, but alot of them were either inspired or related to drugs in some way, well the best ones were

[oaklandmentality]

@rockhardxx2195 Remember that pot being illegal is a relatively recent occurence, and this song is from a time before those laws. Not saying it IS about smoking (it is not), but you are obviously projecting your anger from something else. i.e. "Did it ever occur to you that people can be happy without doing drugs?" Smoking a little pot for fun and "knowing no other form of happiness without the assistance of a controlled substance" is a huge stretch you fuckin psycho.

[rockhardxx2195]

@oaklandmentality LOL. To begin -- where are you getting your information from that "pot being illegal is a relatively recent occurrence"? This song was recorded 1951, pot began being regulated in the 1930s. Therefore it is not from a time before those laws. I assume you call me a "fuckin pyscho" because you disagree. Okay then. Moving on, people are refusing the song for its simplicity and looking for some deeper weed-related meaning. What I'm saying is, It's not about pot. Just enjoy the song.

[liasmeister]

@rockhardxx2195 Louis armstrong was notorious for marijuana smoking hehe

[Zoesclub]

@liasmeister So? This song has nothing to do with smoking marijuana. Why do you even can? Just enjoy the song for what it is. 

[guitarhero1346]

@liasmeister This isn't about marijuana. It's about fishing. Hence the name "Gone Fishin'" and not "Gone smoking pot." Did it ever occur to you that people can be perfectly happy without marijuana or any other drugs?

[quetta920]

@rockhardxx2195 because they are talkin bout smoking while out on the pond

[DastardlyMatt]

@rockhardxx2195 Of course.

[19pil73]

the songs story is simple, agreed. The times however, were far from simple.

[romeobishop]

This song is beautiful, nearly killed myself driving late at night listening to it, put me to sleep.

[tahoe350]

LOL! Funny as hell.. but bad too lol.. glad you weren't hurt man.

[Bschatts]

sound just soothes the soul

[yordoni]

my friends doin a dance to this!!!!!!!

[pedskon]

just loove theese two

[carbonfactory]

Two absolute stars

[Mveculous]

Well, whatever the meaning behind the lyrics are. I prefer the literal meaning, I just find it more beautiful imagery. The two greats sitting at a bank, lines in the water and all...

[GregH1961]

Maybe it is about dope, maybe not. But the fact is Pops smoked Gage every day of his adult life: Dr. Gary Zucker, one of Armstrong's doctors, saw no evidence that it did him any harm." Armstrong told John Hammond, "It makes you feel good, man, makes you forget all the bad things that happen to a Negro. It makes you feel wanted, and when you're with another tea smoker, it makes you feel a special kinship."

[niggajones420]

Sick song. Peaceful..

[Bschatts]

mistergreenlee You are stupid! It's about going fishing and leaving your work undone. The hoe and a row half done. Duh you use a hoe in the garden! What is up with you pot heads thinking everything is about marijuana?

[weakboy1]

What is it with people's obsession with reading into lyrics? Why can't you simply enjoy the song for what it is, and not always be anxious to say things like "you know this song is really about X, don't you?".

This is a great song, and if you were ever interested in the philosophical side fishing and skivving off work, then you might learn to appreciate it. I love nothing more than to leave my work (my "hoe out in the sun") and head off for a few hours of relaxing fishing.

[nurseeo]

I agree , just enjoy the song , about skipping out of work and relaxing by fishing!

[onecrazymofo187]

so?

[mistergreenlee]

This song is about smoking pot.

"there's your hoe out in the sun, left a row half done"

"you ain't got no ambition."

Keep in mind that this song was made back in the day when jazz musicians were well known for using marijuana----and its use was widely accepted in society.

[mistergreenlee]

"I'm real gone man"

[mistergreenlee]

"Pops don't blab it around keep it shady."

"I got me a big one staked out."

"I got me a piece of gary."

[IronHorsehead]

Just because the song includes references to smoking pot does not mean it is necessarily about smoking pot. The fact that many classic musicians smoked doesn't justify the use of marijuana, except against an already poorly thought out stigma - in other words, it's a small victory. But marijuana is, or should be, unnecessary for creative output, and, on that token, a sober creative genius is more remarkable than a stoned creative genius simply for the fact that he uses no extra stimulation.

[77777kyle]

this was the 1st song i ever herd

[LeadAngelWarrior]

This duet is so much fun.

Bing was weird, though. Really he was. He did all those orange juice commercials w/ his family, twins and all. Weird he was. But he did do some good stuff w/ Bob Hope, so I have to cut him some slack.

[mustangcharger]

"I's probably tied up at the studio-I gotta lotta big deals cookin' "

[basicministries]

Classic vocal jazz duet...

[54spiritedwill54]

I love this song!

[adzyz475]

true musical kings!!!!

[madmickie41]

playing this at my dads funeral dave keen on 20th april 2009 aged 67 cos he was keen fisherman himself

[DatBoiCMan]

thats nice R.I.P. Dave

[Jayneykins]

My Dad Billy Barnfield died this morning aged 88 years old and I am gonna play this song at his funeral. He loved angling and went with his Father since the age of 5. He particularly loved this version with Bing and Louis. RIP. Your Loving Daughter Jayney x

[DrMorvia]

This maybe a bit overdue, but sorry to hear your loss,

I love this song, when I first listened to this song, I didn't like the song too much, but know that I've heard this song a couple of times, its really grown on me .

[eveltrout]

@Jayneykins He's fishin better water now.

[jackieevans]

@Jayneykins

Hi,

I bet your dad is up there right now fishing with his dad and this time the big one wont get away. p.s your a good son

God Bless you

[negativecreepx]

@Jayneykins My grandad had this at his funeral too.

[Iguanaintrouble]

@Jayneykins That is beautiful of you.

[Godsofall]

Betcha I am the youngest person to post! Go Bing and Louis!!!

[Plans4Nobody]

I'm REAL gone, man! Shangri-La, REALLY LA! Great video - thanks.

[Mveculous]

Man, I could listen to this song all day....

[mrredin]

Thank you

[DRIZZY2005]

Haha I think Louis Armstrong is hilarious on this song. Love it :)

[jarmanr]

I have this on a 45 rpm record -bought it new. Still think of the lyrics when things get a off track and hassles abound. Good philosophy.

[inerttt]

But I can PROVE it!

[gjk0005]

LOVE it :)

[KINGOFMETAL767]

if someone played this at a funeral i was at, I wouldnt be abele to keep myslef from LOLing when Louie says BAH BOO BEE BOHH BAH BEE

[greenirishknight]

we are making a fishing video for our guide service and this is our song lol

[truthslap]

what a beautiful song. thank god for the internet, where someone can find something like this at random

[assman12354]

it dosn't take weed to get high

[rob60201]

well, to be fair its the least harmful of all the options.

[Air420]

Ya, mushrooms will also do the trick.

[cheertown2008]

this was played at my Grandad's funeral today iloveyou GD you will be in my heart forever xx ♥ dont forget me love x and i know you love this song so this one is for you x

[Sunsong23]

How tender and loving your comment is. It brought tears to my eyes. It is hard to lose someone we love. We miss them so. I send you comfort and prayers as you grieve...

[gamemaster2k8]

@cheertown2008 same mate this was played at my g8t grandads funeral

[cjlawz]

wouldnt we love to hang out with these guys and bs bout nuthing, wish i couldve met louis and dean and bing, i know my grampa enjoyed them

[bostonbruinsfever]

cool video

[verbitsky07]

awesome song my great uncle unfortunately died last week and we played this at the end of his funeral ;)

[maddymud]

that is a beautiful tribute. sorry for your loss.

[lujaweni]

I was at it if it was Eddie Verbitsky -Glasgow? I had the honour of being involved at Eddie's funeral - poll bearing and reading at the mass. Knew your uncle from the age of 8, top bloke and major influence in my life (fast Eddie!!.lol). Got me pissed at 14 on his homebrew!! - tasted like water, fire water!!! hard one to explain to my parents next day!!!. I'm best mate of Mark, his son. Very sadly missed.

[Sunsong23]

hi there,

I'm glad you found and enjoyed this song! I appreciate your comment, too :-)

[Chub234]

I love this song!

[A1B0C1D0]

I was 30 when I first bought the album. This type of music attracts all ages.

[tanukisan666]

Darned if I didn't leave my ho out in the sun too... (:

[Matt3740]

Papa Bing is one my favorite singers and my music idol! The old standard jazz is the way to go! Iam 17 also!

[wackyedd]

Amazing song, only 20 myself and LOVE this!! The live version is brilliant, they both had the audience in creases!! Me too, great song Thank you Sunsong

[Sunsong23]

You are most welcome. It is inspiring for me to read so many comments from young people who are into these *historical* singers and songs :-)

[N333000WWMM]

@Sunsong23 I'm only 16, but I was brought up listening to the old greats, and this just has to be one of my fave's. :)

[monuber]

love it, glad sum1 put it on utube. cheers!

[sonnymon]

Who says the young have no taste?

If they love this, they know good stuff when they hear it.

[tSGZWR]

I am and I do ;]

[xXxLucehxXx]

This song was played at my granddad's funeral.

Always reminds me of him now..

[thetwosixes]

this was played at my best mates dad's funeral Bill.Just about summed up his attitude to life,R.I.P. Bill. Give my regards to Harry. Meet up later!

[Randhawa7654321]

i am 11 and i love this!

on my door and hang a sign...

gonnne fishing and stay a jjuust a wishing.

so nice and lovely

[MickeeSixx]

i'm 16, and this is one of my fav songs of all time

i mean, come on kids of today

THIS IS GOOD MUSIC!!!

not bluezone.

[Cooman456]

I'm 17, I totally agree

[Kargaroc]

I wouldn't say that, but I like it better than quite a bit of the newer stuff.

[Brutus0723]

17 here too. I prefer this type of music...

[xxPenumbraxx]

this is oral sex for my ears..hm.. aural sex :p

[gsgasz]

haha nice

[DirectorJ67]

I Love This Song!