Old Man Mose is a spirited Jazz/Swing/Novelty Song with a fast tempo and witty lyrics, performed by the American singer and actress Betty Hutton. Hutton's version was recorded in 1939, marking one of the early recordings in her career. Betty Hutton (1921–2007) was known for her explosive, energetic, and sometimes frantic performance style. Dubbed the "Blonde Bombshell," she is best known for her Hollywood musical films of the 1940s. Her career spanned big band singing and motion picture acting.