About the song
“Who’s Your Daddy?” by Toby Keith is a dynamic country song released in August 2002 as the second single from his album *Unleashed*. Known for its catchy groove and humorous lyrics, the song quickly became a chart-topper on the US Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, marking Keith’s sixth consecutive number one single in that category.
**Background**
According to Toby Keith, “Who’s Your Daddy?” had been in his mind for several years before he finally found the perfect melody for it in 2001 while at home. The song revolves around a storyline involving a young woman and her sugar daddy, exploring the humorous and somewhat cheeky aspects of their relationship. Keith describes it as encapsulating everything he envisioned for a fun and lively song—it boasts a groove that captivated both the band during recording and listeners upon release. Influenced by the energy of New Orleans piano and a playful nod to Elvis Presley’s “Viva Las Vegas”, the song’s production was a source of excitement for everyone involved, creating an infectious vibe that resonated with fans.
**Music Video**
The music video for “Who’s Your Daddy?” premiered on CMT on September 20, 2002. Directed by Michael Salomon, the video features Toby Keith in various playful and extravagant settings, including scenes at his mansion where he playfully interacts with model Tiffany Fallon. Notably, music parodist Cledus T. Judd makes a cameo appearance, humorously pretending Keith’s mansion is his own and adding to the video’s light-hearted tone. Throughout the video, Keith showcases his signature charisma and wit, complementing the song’s narrative with visual flair.
**Chart Performance**
Upon its release, “Who’s Your Daddy?” ascended quickly on the charts, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and peaking at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100. Its success further solidified Toby Keith’s status as a prominent figure in country music, known for his ability to blend humor with musical prowess.
In conclusion, “Who’s Your Daddy?” remains a standout in Toby Keith’s discography, celebrated for its infectious groove, humorous lyrics, and vibrant music video. It exemplifies Keith’s talent for crafting songs that entertain and resonate with audiences, showcasing his unique blend of country music tradition and contemporary flair.
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Lyrics
Whoo!
Alright
Here you come knockin’ on my door
Baby, tell me what you got on your mind
I guess those college boys all went home for the summertime
Yeah, you’re lookin’ right, lookin’ good
Lookin’ like a woman should so why is it so hard to find
A place to lay your pretty little head down once in a while?
You run on a little tough luck baby
Don’t you sweat it?
Everything is waiting inside for you
You know I got it, come and get it
Who’s your daddy? Who’s your baby?
Who’s your buddy? Who’s your friend?
And who’s the one guy that you come runnin’ to
When your love-life starts tumblin’?
I got the money if you got the honey
Let’s cut a deal, let’s make a plan
Who’s your daddy? Who’s your baby?
Who’s your buddy? Who’s your man?
You might’ve run on a little tough luck baby, did you?
Well, don’t you sweat it
Everything is waiting inside for ya
You know I got it, so come and get it
Who’s your daddy? Who’s your baby?
Who’s your buddy? And who’s your friend?
And who’s the one guy that you come runnin’ to
Yeah, when your love-life starts tumblin’?
I got the money if you got the honey
Let’s cut a deal let’s make a plan
Who’s your daddy? Who’s your baby?
Who’s your buddy? Who’s your man?
Who’s your daddy? Who’s your baby?
Who’s your buddy? Who’s your man?