Introduction
“Who’s Your Daddy?” is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Toby Keith. Released on August 19, 2002, as the second single from his album Unleashed, the track became Keith’s sixth consecutive number one hit on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart and peaked at number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Keith had contemplated writing “Who’s Your Daddy?” for a couple of years but struggled to find the right melody. In 2001, inspiration struck at home, leading to the song’s creation. He described it as encompassing everything he wanted in a song: groove, attitude, humor, and a narrative about a young woman and a sugar daddy navigating their complex relationship. The track features a distinctive New Orleans piano vibe and an Elvis-like flair reminiscent of “Viva Las Vegas.” The recording session was notably energetic, with the band enjoying the groove so much that they extended the jam to about ten minutes, though the album version is shorter.
The music video for “Who’s Your Daddy?” premiered on CMT on September 20, 2002. It features model Tiffany Fallon and includes a cameo by country music parodist Cledus T. Judd, who humorously pretends that Keith’s mansion is his own. In the video, Keith drives a 2002 concept Ford Mighty F-350 truck, adding a touch of automotive flair to the visual narrative.
“Who’s Your Daddy?” is a testament to Toby Keith’s ability to blend humor with storytelling, set against a backdrop of engaging musicality. Its success further solidified Keith’s prominence in the country music scene during the early 2000s.