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What is that funny saxophone song?
Randolph’s take on the piece was inspired by a saxophone solo in the Leiber and Stoller song “Yakety Yak”, recorded in 1958 by the Coasters. The tunes are similar, and both feature the “yakety” saxophone sound….Yakety Sax.
| “Yakety Sax” | |
|---|---|
| Genre | Novelty, pop |
| Length | 2:00 |
| Label | Monument Records |
| Songwriter(s) | Spider Rich Boots Randolph |
Who made Yakety Sax famous?
Boots Randolph
Boots Randolph, a versatile saxophonist best remembered for his 1963 recording of “Yakety Sax,” whose zany melody spiced the girl-chasing comedy sketches of TV star Benny Hill, has died. He was 80.
What is the Benny Hill theme song called?
Best known as the theme for “The Benny Hill Show,” this became a soundtrack yesterday for U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s resignation. After a suggestion in a tweet from actor Hugh Grant, a protester played “Yakety Sax” on a portable speaker while members of Parliament were interviewed.
What is the meaning of Yakety Yak?
aimless, pointless talk
What does yakety-yak mean? Yakety-yak is a slang term for aimless, pointless talk, especially when it goes on and on. The related slang term yak is most commonly used as a verb that means to talk, especially aimlessly, without stopping, and about unimportant things.
What is a yak slang?
1 slang : laugh did it just for yuks. 2 slang : joke, gag. yak. verb. \ ˈyak \
Who wrote Yakety Sax?
Boots RandolphYakety Sax / Composer
How old is Boots Randolph?
80 years (1927–2007)Boots Randolph / Age at death
What does Yark mean on Instagram?
YARK is an exclamation of surprise or joy.
Is Boots Randolph still living?
July 3, 2007Boots Randolph / Date of death
What kind of mouthpiece did Boots Randolph use?
Boots was his name and SAX was his game! His horn was a Selmer Super 80 Series II with a Bobby Dukoff D-9 mouthpiece, and a #3 Rico reed.