After appearing in Vaudeville theater with her sisters, Judy was signed to Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer as a teenager. There she made more than two dozen films, including nine with Mickey Rooney, and the film with which she would be most identified, "The Wizard of Oz" (1939). After 15 years, Judy was released from the studio but gained renewed success through record-breaking concert appearances, including a critically acclaimed Carnegie Hall concert, a well-regarded but short-lived television series, and a return to film acting beginning with "A Star Is Born" (1954).
Despite her professional triumphs, Judy battled personal problems throughout her life. Insecure about her appearance, her feelings were compounded by film executives who told her she was unattractive and overweight. Plied with drugs to control her weight and increase her productivity, Garland endured a decades-long struggle with addiction. Garland was plagued by financial instability, often owing hundreds of thousands of dollars in back taxes, and her first four of five marriages ended in divorce. She attempted suicide on a number of occasions. Garland died of an accidental drug overdose at the age of 47, leaving children Liza Minnelli, Lorna Luft, and Joey Luft.
Legacy
Judy Garland's legacy as a performer and a personality has endured long after her death. The American Film Institute named Garland eighth among the "Greatest Female Stars of All Time". She has been the subject of over two dozen biographies since her death, including the well-received "Me and My Shadows: A Family Memoir" by her daughter, Lorna Luft. Luft's memoir was later adapted into the multiple award-winning television mini-series, "Life with Judy Garland: Me and My Shadows", which won Emmy Awards for two actresses portraying Garland (Tammy Blanchard and Judy Davis).
Garland was posthumously awarded the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 1997. Several of her recordings have been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame. These include "Over the Rainbow," which was ranked as the number one movie song of all time in the American Film Institute's "100 Years...100 Songs" list. Four more Garland songs are featured on the list: "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" (#76), "Get Happy" (#61), "The Trolley Song" (#26), and "The Man That Got Away" (#11).
Judy Garland has twice been honored on U.S. postage stamps, in 1989 (as Dorothy) and again in 2006 (as Vicki Lester from A Star Is Born).
I Love Being Here With You
Judy Garland Lyrics
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And North and South, their both the best
But I only want go there as a guest
Cause I love being here with you
I love the sea, I love the shore
I love the rocks and what is more
With you there, they'd never be a bore
Singing in the shower, laughing by the hour
Life is such a breezy game
Love all kinds of weather, long as we're together
I love to hear you say my name
I love good wine and fine cuisine
And candle light, I like the scene
But baby if you know what I mean
I love being here with you
I love being here with you
I like a dance by Fred Astaire
And Brando's eyes, Yul Brynner's hair
But I think to tell you's only fair
That I love being here with you
And Cary Grant, oh do-dah-day
His utter charm takes me away
But don't get me wrong, how do you say
I love being here with you
Basie's band a-swinging, I like Ella's singing
Because there's something else, you know
They know how to say it, they know how to play it
They wind it up and let it go
I love the thrill of New York shows
I'd love to kiss Durante's nose
But I'd like to say before I close
That I love, and is love, I love being here with you
The lyrics of the song "I Love Being Here With You" by Judy Garland express the idea of enjoying the simple things in life as long as shared with a loved one. The singer talks about how she loves different places, but would rather be with her companion than anywhere else. She lists different celebrities and things she likes, but ultimately says that being with her loved one is the most important thing to her. The upbeat and cheerful tone of the song, combined with the lyrics, conveys a feeling of joy and contentment.
The first verse of the song highlights the singer’s appreciation for various regions of the world, but she only wants to visit as a guest because her true desire is to be with her loved one. The second verse expresses the singer’s love for natural elements such as the sea and the rocks, and how they become more interesting and less boring because of her companion. The pre-chorus talks about how the singer enjoys singing and laughing with her companion, and how life is just a "breezy game" when they are together.
The chorus emphasizes the main message of the song – that the singer loves being with her companion more than anything else. The third verse lists different celebrities and things the singer likes, but then clarifies that being with her companion is the most important thing. The final lines of the song highlight the idea that the singer loves the feeling of being in love, and cherishes being with her companion above all else.
Some interesting facts about the song include that it was originally written by Peggy Lee and Bill Schluger, and was first recorded by Lee in 1960. The song has been covered by various artists including Ella Fitzgerald, Diana Krall, and Natalie Cole. The song has also been featured in multiple movies and television shows, including the film "De-Lovely" and the television show "Gilmore Girls." Additionally, a live performance of the song by Judy Garland was included in her last public appearance at the Palace Theatre in New York City in 1967.
Chords: A, D7, Dm7, G7, Cmaj7, A7, F#7, B7, E7, Gdim7.
Line by Line Meaning
I love the East, I love the West
I have an appreciation for all regions, regardless of their location
And North and South, their both the best
All cardinal directions have their own unique qualities that I value equally
But I only want go there as a guest
I'm content to visit different places temporarily, but ultimately, home is wherever you are
Cause I love being here with you
Spending time with you is more important to me than any geographical location
I love the sea, I love the shore
I enjoy both the ocean and the beach equally
I love the rocks and what is more
Even natural formations like rocks have their own beauty that I appreciate
With you there, they'd never be a bore
The presence of you in any setting makes it more enjoyable for me
Cause I love being here with you
Being in your company is my favorite place to be
Singing in the shower, laughing by the hour
I find joy in the little things, like shower karaoke and spending quality time with you
Life is such a breezy game
I see life as a fun and easy experience
Love all kinds of weather, long as we're together
I'm not bothered by different weather conditions as long as I'm with you
I love to hear you say my name
Hearing you say my name makes me feel special and loved
I love good wine and fine cuisine
I enjoy indulging in high-quality food and drink
And candle light, I like the scene
I find the ambiance of candlelight to be romantic and soothing
But baby if you know what I mean
I'm hinting that spending time with you is actually more important to me than fancy dinners
I love being here with you
My happiness is derived from being around you
I like a dance by Fred Astaire
I appreciate classic dance performances, such as the ones by Fred Astaire
And Brando's eyes, Yul Brynner's hair
I have an appreciation for the physical features of male actors such as Marlon Brando and Yul Brynner
But I think to tell you's only fair
I feel that it's important to be transparent with you and express my feelings
That I love being here with you
There's nothing I enjoy more than spending time with you
And Cary Grant, oh do-dah-day
I also appreciate the charm of actors like Cary Grant
His utter charm takes me away
I find actors like Cary Grant to be very enchanting
But don't get me wrong, how do you say
I'm not trying to imply that I'm infatuated with other men, I'm just sharing my admiration for their work
I love being here with you
Nothing is more fulfilling to me than spending time with you
Basie's band a-swinging, I like Ella's singing
I have an appreciation for jazz music legends like Count Basie and Ella Fitzgerald
Because there's something else, you know
There's an intangible quality to their music that I find very appealing
They know how to say it, they know how to play it
Their music has a certain magic to it, as if it were conveying a message without words
They wind it up and let it go
Their music is full of energy and always leaves me feeling invigorated
I love the thrill of New York shows
I enjoy the excitement and entertainment value of Broadway productions
I'd love to kiss Durante's nose
I find comedians like Jimmy Durante to be endearing and memorable
But I'd like to say before I close
Before I end this song, there's something I'd like to share
That I love, and is love, I love being here with you
My love for you is all-encompassing, and my favorite place to be is in your presence
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BILL SCHLUGER, PEGGY LEE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@mb-b1300
Ebony only said the same
thing to My Carers This
Morning. We were watching
Liza & Mother Videos and
one of them mentioned
about Judy being tiny & I said
I wonder if all the Drugs she was
given stunted her growth. One of
Judy’s quotes was “ I am Short
With Really Long Legs” & You can
see in the clip For Come On Get Happy
how long her legs are.
Judy took six weeks off to lose weight
and to come off the Drugs and the
result her pulling off just wearing
a Dinner Jacket..
@adelina3748
Amazing scene!
Here are lyrics:
Forget your troubles, c'mon get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready for the judgement day
The sun is shinin', c'mon get happy
The Lord is waitin' to take your hand
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
We're going to the promise land
We're headin' 'cross the river
Wash your sins away in the tide
It's all so peaceful on the other side
Forget your troubles, c'mon get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready for the judgement day
Forget your troubles, c'mon get happy
Chase your cares away
Hallelu, get happy
Before the judgement day
The sun is shinin', c'mon get happy
The Lord is waitin' to take your hand
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
We're gonna be goin' to the promise land
Were headin' 'cross the river
Wash your sins away in the tide
It's quiet and peaceful on the other side
Forget your troubles, get happy
Your cares fly away
Shout "hallelujah", get happy
Get ready for your judgement day
C'mon get happy
Chase your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready for the judgment day
Sun is shinin', c'mon get happy
Lord is waitin' to take your hand
Hallelujah, c'mon get happy
We're goin' to the promise land
Headin' 'cross the river
Throw your sins away in the tide
It's all so peaceful on the other side
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready, get ready, get ready
For the judgment day (hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelu)
@HanzalaFayaz
Lyrics:
Forget your troubles, c'mon get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready for the judgement day
The sun is shinin', c'mon get happy
The Lord is waitin' to take your hand
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
We're going to the promise land
We're headin' 'cross the river
Wash your sins away in the tide
It's all so peaceful on the other side
Forget your troubles, c'mon get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready for the judgement day
Forget your troubles, c'mon get happy
Chase your cares away
Hallelu, get happy
Before the judgement day
The sun is shinin', c'mon get happy
The Lord is waitin' to take your hand
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
We're gonna be goin' to the promise land
Were headin' 'cross the river
Wash your sins away in the tide
It's quiet and peaceful on the other side
Forget your troubles, get happy
Your cares fly away
Shout "hallelujah", get happy
Get ready for your judgement day
C'mon get happy
Chase your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready for the judgment day
Sun is shinin', c'mon get happy
Lord is waitin' to take your hand
Hallelujah, c'mon get happy
We're goin' to the promise land
Headin' 'cross the river
Throw your sins away in the tide
It's all so peaceful on the other side
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready, get ready, get ready
For the judgment day (hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelu)
@user-ip9yu7lp1q
"Get Happy"
Forget your troubles
Come on get happy
You better chase all you cares away
Shout hallelujah
Come on get happy
Get ready for the judgement day
The sun is shining
Come on get happy
The lord is waiting to take your hand
Shout hallelujah
Come on get happy
We're going to the promise land
We're heading across the river
Wash your sins away in the tide
It's all so peaceful on the other side
Forget your troubles
Come on get happy
Chase your cares away
Hallelu get happy
Before the judgement day
We're heading across the river
Wash your sins away in the tide
It's quiet and peaceful on the other side
Forget your troubles
Get happy
Your cares fly away
Shout hallelujah
Get happy
Get ready for your judgement day
Come on get happy
Chase your cares away
Shout hallelujah
Come on get happy
Get ready for the judgement day
The sun is shining
Come on get happy
The lord is waiting to take your hand
Hallelujah
Come on get happy
We're going to the promise land
We're heading across the river
Wash your sins away in the tide
It's all so peaceful on the other side
Shout hallelujah
Come on get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout hallelujah
Come on get happy
Get ready
Get ready
Get ready
For the judgement day
@lampenfieber
Forget your troubles and just get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Sing Hallelujah, come on, get happy
Get ready for the Judgment Day
The sun is shining, come on, get happy
The Lord is waiting to take your hand
Shout Hallelujah, come on, get happy
We're going to the promised land
We're heading 'cross the river
Wash your sins 'way in the tide
It's all so peaceful on the other side
Forget your troubles and just get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout Hallelujah, come on, get happy
Get ready for the Judgment Day
Forget your troubles and just get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Sing Hallelujah, come on, get happy
Get ready for the Judgment Day
That sun is shining, come on, get happy
The Lord is waiting to take you by the hand
Shout Hallelujah, come on, get happy
We're going to the promised land
We're heading 'cross the river
Wash your sins 'way in the tide
And it's all so nice and peaceful
When you get on the other side
Forget your troubles and just get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout Hallelujah, come on, get happy
Get ready for the Judgment Day
Forget your troubles, come on, get happy
Forget your troubles, come on, be happy
Forget your troubles, come on, stay happy
Happy, stay happy
@biggay9681
Forget your troubles, c'mon get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready for the judgement day
The sun is shinin', c'mon get happy
The Lord is waitin' to take your hand
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
We're going to the promise land
We're headin' 'cross the river
Wash your sins away in the tide
It's all so peaceful on the other side
Forget your troubles, c'mon get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready for the judgement day
Forget your troubles, c'mon get happy
Chase your cares away
Hallelu, get happy
Before the judgement day
The sun is shinin', c'mon get happy
The Lord is waitin' to take your hand
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
We're gonna be goin' to the promise land
Were headin' 'cross the river
Wash your sins away in the tide
It's quiet and peaceful on the other side
Forget your troubles, get happy
Your cares fly away
Shout "hallelujah", get happy
Get ready for your judgement day
C'mon get happy
Chase your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready for the judgment day
Sun is shinin', c'mon get happy
Lord is waitin' to take your hand
Hallelujah, c'mon get happy
We're goin' to the promise land
Headin' 'cross the river
Throw your sins away in the tide
It's all so peaceful on the other side
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
You better chase all your cares away
Shout "hallelujah", c'mon get happy
Get ready, get ready, get ready
For the judgment day (hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelu)
@woodruff473
Just finished with
"Get Happy: The Life of Judy Garland" a
book by Gerald Clarke
...In her finale, the end of her and I am struck by how utterly sad and completely desperate she was not just in the end, but for the majority of her life.
She had so very many suicide attempts, I lost count. So, so very many. She displayed herself to the world as the Happiest Woman on Earth but behind closed doors, she was the most miserable woman, maybe, who ever lived.
Drugs: horrible things can happen to wonderful people when you mix in a cocktail and a variety of uppers and downers, and then you add in money and so-many-enablers. Well, it was a wonder Judy Garland, her real name Frances Ethel Gumm, lived as long as she did.
She was a monumentous woman, she was however bipolar... Reading her book, I have to admit her life is almost an exact parallel to the life of Britney Spears. It is eerie, creepy. Foreboding.
@sweetXsweet2009
it kills me that behind the scenes she was anything but happy. this poor woman suffered her entire life. But she was a natural entertainer so you'd never tell. beautiful beautiful beautiful.
@beckyc8104
It's especially sad that if she had been famous nowadays she would have probably been able to get so much more help. Based on how she's been described by her kids it's sounds like she may have been bipolar or something similar. If only things like that were more recognised back then and she might have been able to get help.
@richardbool4232
krissy crossway : yes the company treated her like sh*t and didn't give a toss.
@PDC1987
The studio system, how Hollywood operated up until 1950, was a cesspit and literal meat market, and it destroyed thousands of lives.
@Highinsight7
Me too... she had small moments... where she was happy... she certainly made lots of folks happy...
@Highinsight7
and... I think she was happiest... on the stage!
@cricksholland188
She was pure magic!! She was fed drugs to wake her up and then knocked her out. Her mother was evil as was the stepfather. All of the heartache she felt she added to her music. Breathtaking!! So much raw talent!! Rip Judy
@jlmurrel
My grandfather was a theatrical broker for many of the theaters in Manhattan and was responsible for Ms. Garland during one production. He told many stories of his days on Broadway, and many of them put me to sleep. But I knew who Judy Garland was from watching The Wizard of Oz , so I always stopped to listen to this story. When she failed to show up on time, he drove over to her hotel and picked her up. Somehow he was able to calm her enough that she agreed to go on stage. Grandpa had amazing empathy for others, and knew that she was suffering. Her death broke his heart, and he would become very emotional when talking about her. As I got older I grew to understand the hurdles in her life that had caused him to feel such compassion for her.
@meganbateman5634
I think if she had quit acting after her son was born and being robbed by Grace Kelly, she would have focused on getting better and stop talking drugs and focus on raising her kids, despite her addictions she loved her children and she didn't want them to become like her and it may have prevented Judy from dying young. She was robbed of seeing Liza, Lorna, and Joey grow up and being a grandmother. Wherever she is, Judy is happy now, she's with her dad again and I hoped God slammed the door in her mother's face because parents like Judy's greedy bitch mother aren't welcome in heaven
@laurafernandez8281
For her first pregnancy they forced her to get an abortion because it was in her contract that she couldn't get pregnant.
Just imagine most of those Hollywood starlites forced to get abortions because they were not allowed to have a baby