About The Song

Hank Williams is arguably one of the most influential and iconic figures in country music history. His songs, characterized by their raw emotion and poetic lyrics, have resonated with audiences for generations. One of his most beloved and enduring hits is “Hey Good Lookin’,” a toe-tapping number that perfectly showcases Williams’s unique talent.

Released in 1951, “Hey Good Lookin'” was an instant success, reaching number one on the Billboard country charts. The song’s catchy melody and playful lyrics about a young man smitten with a beautiful woman have made it a staple of country music radio ever since.

Williams’s vocal performance on “Hey Good Lookin'” is simply masterful. He imbues the song with a sense of humor and charm, perfectly capturing the character of the lovestruck narrator. His yodeling, a signature element of his style, adds an extra layer of expressiveness to the song.

The lyrics of “Hey Good Lookin'” are clever and witty, full of double entendres and playful wordplay. The song’s narrator is clearly smitten with the woman he’s addressing, and he uses every opportunity to flirt with her. He compares her to a “million-dollar baby” and a “sweet dream,” and he promises to “cook up something good” for her if she’ll just give him a chance.

“Hey Good Lookin'” is more than just a catchy country song. It’s a timeless love song that celebrates the joy of finding someone special. The song’s message of hope and optimism has resonated with listeners for decades, and it continues to be a popular choice for weddings and other special occasions.

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Lyric

Say, hey, good-lookingWhatcha got cooking?How’s about cooking somethin’ up with me?
Hey, sweet babyDon’t you think maybeWe could find us a brand-new recipe?I got a hot-rod Ford and a two-dollar billAnd I know a spot right over the hillThere’s soda pop and the dancin’ is freeSo if you wanna have fun come along with me, see?
Hey, good-lookingWhatcha got cooking?How’s about cooking somethin’ up with me?
I’m free and readySo we can go steadyHow’s about saving all your time for me?No more lookingI know I’ve been tooken
How’s about keeping steady company?I’m gonna throw my date-book over the fenceAnd find me one for five or ten centsI’ll keep it ’til it’s covered with age‘Cause I’m writing your name down on every page
Say, hey good-lookingWhatcha got cooking?How’s about cooking something up with me?