Josephine (Wayne King song)

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"Josephine" was a 1936 song with music by Wayne King and Burke Bivens and lyrics by Gus Kahn. [1]

It was first recorded by Wayne King and his Orchestra and issued on Victor 25518-A, which became one of the band's best selling recordings.

The song was covered by many artists including:

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References

  1. David F. Lonergan, Hit Records, 1950-1975 - ISBN   0810851296 - 2005, p. 118. "Josephine" Gus Kahn w: Bruce Bivens m; Wayne King m Les Paul; Capitol #12; 07/07/1 951 Bill Black's Combo: Hi #18;07/04/1960 2588