Jock-A-Mo by James Crawford

James 'Sugar Boy' Crawford's 1953 song 'Jock-A-Mo' emerged from New Orleans streets. It drew inspiration from Mardi Gras Indian chants. The song's rhythm and vocal style created an infectious groove. Its unclear meaning made it universally accessible. 'Jock-A-Mo' later became the basis for the hit 'Iko Iko'. The original remains a spirited anthem.