Paducah (“If you wanna, you can rhyme it with bazooka”) is a song composed by Leo Robin and Harry Warren, originally performed by Carmen Miranda and Benny Goodman and His Orchestra.
The song Paducah, composed by Leo Robin and Harry Warren, stands out as one of the main musical numbers in the film The Gang's All Here (1943).
[3] The soundtrack of the film is enriched by the collaboration of renowned musicians, including Carmen Miranda and Benny Goodman and His Orchestra, along with a special appearance by Tony DeMarco.
[4] The song alludes to an idealized vision of the small town of Paducah, located in the state of Kentucky, which, through its melody and interpretation, takes on a symbolic dimension.
By referencing this place, the song evokes a sense of simplicity and joy, portraying a serene and peaceful way of life—almost utopian—in stark contrast to the fast-paced rhythm of big cities.