Why Don't Women Like Me?

Album: Golden Greats (1933)
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  • According to the Brendan Ryan catalogue and discography of the Ukulele Man's work which was commissioned by the George Formby Society, he recorded this song on January 29, 1933, for the Decca and Rex labels. It was co-written by Jack Cottrell (who wrote "Chinese Laundry Blues") and Bud Bennett. Along with "Chinese Laundry Blues" it was performed by George in the 1934 film Boots! Boots! >>>
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    Alexander Baron - London, England

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