Tiny Bubbles - Military Cadence
(Lyrics & History)
The United States Military uses call-and-response songs, known as cadences or jodies, led by a Drill Sergeant or Instructor. This practice, started by PVT Willie Lee Duckworth in World War II, remains essential in boot camps and training.
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A lighthearted cadence that combines humor with the structure of military marching. Its playful lyrics focus on relaxation and enjoyment, contrasting the challenges of service life. The catchy rhythm keeps spirits high during drills and routines.
Lyrics
Tiny bubbles
In my beer
Make me happy
And full of cheer
Left, yo’ left
Yo’ left, right, left
Left, yo’ left
Yo’ left, right, left
Tiny bubbles
In my wine
Make me happy
And feel so fine​
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Listen to this cadence:
Song Name: Tiny Bubbles
Album Name: Cadences Volume 3
by Jonathan Michael Fleming
Left, yo’ left
Yo’ left, right, left
Left, go’ left
Yo’ left, right, left
Tiny bubbles
In my whiskey
Make me happy
And feel so frisky
Left, go’ left
Yo’ left, right, left
Left, yo’ left
Yo’ left, right, left
DISCLAIMERS:
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The lyrics and music to the above cadence are not original to me. To the best of my knowledge, the song is in the public domain, as the author is unknown and has simply been handed down generation-to-generation within the US military.
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