Daddy (Sammy Kaye song)

"Daddy" is a popular song written by Bobby Troup and recorded by Sammy Kaye and His Orchestra in 1941. The song tells the story of a young girl pleading with her father to buy her various things, promising to be a good girl in return. It became a major hit for Kaye, reaching number one on the Billboard charts and remaining there for eight weeks. The song's popularity was significant during World War II, likely resonating with families separated by the war. While Kaye's version is perhaps the best known, "Daddy" has been covered by numerous other artists over the years, including Bing Crosby, The Andrews Sisters, and Rosemary Clooney. The song is characterized by its simple melody and its sentimental theme of a child's love for her father. It is considered a classic example of big band-era popular music.