On the Way to Cape May
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"On The Way To Cape May" is a song that was written by Maurice "Buddy" Nugent according to BMI and the The Philadelphia Inquirer. It circulated from one band to another around the South Jersey shore area in the second half of the 20th Century. Early versions came from singers like Daddy Beans, Don Cornell and Cozy Morley. With his large local following, Cozy Morley advanced its popularity. The song became even more locally widespread when Al Alberts recorded it and expanded its radio play, as well as singing it often on his talent showcase television show. Philly Cuzz has taken the song into the 21st century, gaining airplay on XM satellite and online radio programs such as RockitRadio.net. The Cape May Herald Newspaper says Philly Cuzz's version has "become part of the landscape at the South Jersey shore."
The lyrics are about a love story and journey which begins with the intro mentioning Ocean City. Traveling southward, the lyrics then continue with mentions of Sea Isle, Avalon, Stone Harbor, talks of marriage around the town of Cape May Court House and Wildwood coming into view. The words never actually say anything about the town of Cape May. And though that town is the target destination, it's more about a journey through Cape May County.
