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"Popeye the Hitchhiker" is a song written by Kal Mann and Dave Appell and performed by Chubby Checker.[1] In 1962, the track reached No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 13 on the U.S. R&B.[2] In Canada it reached number 7 for 2 weeks co-charting with the A-side.[3]
It was featured on his 1962 compilation album, All the Hits (For Your Dancin' Party).[4]
Other versions
- Duane Eddy released a version on his 1962 album, Dance with the Guitar Man.[5]
- "Jump Around" by House of Pain samples Checker's version.
References
- ^ Chubby Checker, "Popeye the Hitchhiker" Single Release Retrieved May 2, 2023
- ^ Chubby Checker, "Popeye the Hitchhiker" Chart Positions Retrieved May 2, 2023
- ^ "CHUM Hit Parade - October 22, 1962".
- ^ Chubby Checker, All the Hits (For Your Dancin' Party) Retrieved May 2, 2023
- ^ Duane Eddy, Dance with the Guitar Man Retrieved May 2, 2023
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