Slim Gaillard

Bulee "Slim" Gaillard (January 4, 1911 or 1916 - February 26, 1991) was an American jazz singer, songwriter, pianist, and guitarist, noted for his scat singing and wordplay.

Quotation

:Hit that jive, Jack

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:Put it in your pocket till I get back

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:Goin' downtown to see a man

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:Ain't got time to shake your hand

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