Swamp Pop Music Videos You Must See
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Check out these five swamp pop music videos that you must see! From classic hits to new tracks, these videos will have you singing and dancing along.
Best swamp pop music videos
Swamp pop music is a unique genre that is a mix of country, rock, and R&B. The music is often about love, loss, and heartache. Swamp pop music is often called the “Cajun country music.” If you’re a fan of swamp pop music, then you must check out these music videos.
“Jambalaya (On the Bayou)” by Hank Williams, Jr.
One of the all-time greats of country music, Hank Williams, Jr. released his own version of “Jambalaya (On the Bayou)” in 1972. The song was originally sung by Cajun artist Hank Williams, Sr., and while Jr.’s version is more country than Cajun, it’s still a fantastic rendition of the classic song. The music video features Hank Jr. performing the song on stage, with images of Louisiana bayous and swamps interspersed throughout.
“Don’t Mess with My Toot Toot” by Rockin’ Sidney
This song was released in 1986 and is one of the most well-known swamp pop songs. The music video features Sidney in a truck driving through the Louisiana swamps. The video also features clips of people dancing and enjoying themselves at a party.
“Sea of Love” by Phil Phillips
“Sea of Love” is a song originally performed by Phil Phillips and written by George Khoury. The song was Philips’ only hit and peaked at #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1959. In the UK, the song reached #11 on the UK Singles Chart.
The song has been covered by many artists, including Robert Plant, UB40, Del Shannon, The Honeydrippers, and Tom Petty. Petty’s version was released as a single in 1989 and peaked at #9 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The song has been used in many movies and TV shows, including Dirty Dancing, Pulp Fiction, True Romance, The Simpsons, and American Dad!.
Honorable mentions
Of course, any list of swamp pop music videos would be incomplete without at least mentioning “Jambalaya (On the Bayou)” by Hank Williams. The song, of course, is a Cajun classic, and the video features some truly fantastic Louisiana footage.
“Iko Iko” by The Dixie Cups
“Iko Iko” is a 1962 hit single by New Orleans girl group The Dixie Cups, who scored a number one hit with the song on both the Billboard Hot 100 and Cash Box charts. The song was written by James “Sugarboy” Crawford.
The Dixie Cups were discovered in 1963 by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, who produced their debut album Chapel of Love. The group’s name was inspired by the menstrual product Tampax’s “Dixi Cup”. The trio consisted of Barbara Ann Hawkins, her cousin Rosa Hawkins, and Joan Marie Johnson.
The song is about two Mardi Gras Indian tribes, the Golden Eagles and the Black Hawks, who are challenging each other to a dance-off. The iroquois is a Native American headdress that is often worn by Mardi Gras Indians.
The music video for “Iko Iko” was directed by George Lucas and features the band performing in front of a green screen. As they perform, Mardi Gras Indians can be seen dancing behind them.
“Mathilda” by Johnnie Allan
Johnnie Allan’s “Mathilda” is a swamp pop classic, and the accompanying music video is a must-see. The video features Allan performing the song in front of a live audience, and it’s clear that he’s having a great time. The video also gives viewers a look at the vibrant Louisiana swamp pop scene, which is always a treat.
“Lipstick Traces (On a Cigarette)” by Benny Spellman
Benny Spellman’s “Lipstick Traces (On a Cigarette)” was originally released as a single in 1961, but has been covered by many artists over the years. The song has been a staple of swamp pop music since its inception.
The most popular cover of the song was recorded by Creedence Clearwater Revival in 1968. The band’s version of the song peaked at number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Other notable covers of “Lipstick Traces (On a Cigarette)” include those by Elvis Presley, Pearl Jam, and Phish.
