“Patty Andrews, the lead singer of the Andrews sisters group was born in Mound, Minnesota on February 16, 1918 in a house that occupied the property where The Gillespie Center stands today.
During the 1920’s Laverne, Maxene and Patty Andrews spent their summers in Mound, living with their parents in a house across the street from the grocery store that was owned by Pete and Ed Sollie, bachelor uncles of the three girls. (Today, Green T Accounting occupies the Sollie grocery store building and The Gillespie Center is on the land where the Andrews Sisters’ house once stood.)” - From a commentary by Tom Rockvam that appeared in The Laker Newspaper during 2005.
They started their career as imitators of an earlier successful singing group, the Boswell Sisters. After singing with various dance bands and touring on Vaudeville, they first came to national attention with their recordings and radio broadcasts in 1937. Their music entertained Allied troops worldwide during World War II, sold war bonds, appeared in several films (including a few Abbott and Costello features), and performed for soldiers serving overseas. Their first film with Abbott and Costello, the pre-war comedy Buck Privates, introduced their best-known recording, "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy" which would win Best Song at the Academy Awards.
They also recorded many songs with Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and other popular artists of the era. Their popularity was such that after the war they discovered that some of their records had actually been smuggled into Germany after the labels had been changed to read "Hitler's Marching Songs."
After a brief hiatus after the war, the sisters regrouped, performing in clubs throughout the United States and Europe. They broke up in 1953, with Patty's choice to go solo. Their last appearance together was in 1962 on The Dean Martin Show. Laverne, who had cancer, retired soon after; she died five years later, in 1967 at the age of 55.
After a long silence, the two surviving sisters had something of a comeback when Bette Midler recorded a cover of their song "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy." Maxene and Patty appeared both together and separately throughout the 1970s, with Maxene releasing a solo album in 1986. Their most notable comeback; however, was in the Sherman Brothers' nostalgic World War II musical: "Over Here!" which premiered on Broadway at the Shubert Theatre in 1974. The musical featured the two then living sisters (Maxene and Patty) and was written with them in mind for the leads. It launched the careers of many, now notable theater and film icons (John Travolta, Marilu Henner, Ann Reinking, et al). Ironically it was the last major hurrah of the sisters and was cut short due to a frivolous lawsuit initiated by Patty's husband to the show's producers.
Throughout their long career, the sisters had sold over 60 million records. The group was inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 1998.
The last of the three sisters Patty Andrews died of natural causes at her home in Northridge, California on January 30, 2013, just 17 days before her 95th birthday. The sisters were interred in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Glendale, California, close to their parents.
. May The Good Lord Bless
The Andrews Sisters Lyrics
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Whether near or far away,
May you find that long awaited golden day today.
May your troubles all be small ones,
And your fortunes ten times ten,
May the good Lord bless and keep you,
Till we meet again.
And a bluebird in every tree,
May there be a silver lining,
Back of every cloud you see,
Will you dream of sweet tomorrows,
Never mind what might have been,
May the good lord bless and keep you,
Till we meet again.
May you walk with sunlight shining,
And a bluebird in every tree,
May there be a silver lining,
Back of every cloud you see,
Will you dream of sweet tomorrows,
Never mind what might have been,
May the good lord bless and keep you,
Till we meet again.
May the good lord bless and keep you,
Till we meet, till we meet again.
The Andrews Sisters's song, "May The Good Lord Bless" is a timeless classic with a deeply religious message. The song is about wishing blessings, love, and protection to someone, whether they are near or far away. The lyrics suggest that the person will have a long-awaited "golden day" which signifies a moment of extreme joy and happiness. The song further wishes that the individual's troubles will stay small and that their fortunes will increase ten times fold.
The lyrics also suggest that the person should walk with sunlight shining and a bluebird in every tree. This symbolizes the importance of living life with positivity and hope. The song advises that despite any difficulties one may face, there will be a silver lining behind every cloud, urging individuals to dream of sweet tomorrows and not dwell on past disappointments or failures. The lyrics, therefore, encourage a positive and optimistic outlook in life, reminding us that the good Lord will bless and keep us until we meet again.
Overall, The Andrews Sisters's song, "May The Good Lord Bless" is a heartfelt and uplifting song that is inspiring and comforting. Its message of blessings, protection, and positivity is strong and enduring, making it a classic that has stood the test of time.
Line by Line Meaning
May the good Lord bless you and keep you,
May the powers that be bestow their mercy and protection upon you.
Whether near or far away,
Regardless of your proximity to me, I wish you well.
May you find that long awaited golden day today.
May today be the day you achieve your long-desired dream.
May your troubles all be small ones,
May you only encounter minor issues in life.
And your fortunes ten times ten,
May your prosperity increase exponentially.
May the good Lord bless and keep you,
Once again, may divine powers protect and watch over you.
Till we meet again.
Until we cross paths once more.
May you walk with sunlight shining,
May you experience joy and positivity in life.
And a bluebird in every tree,
May nature bring you happiness and peace.
May there be a silver lining,
May you always find hope and positivity in tough situations.
Back of every cloud you see,
Even in dark times, there is always a chance for improvement.
Will you dream of sweet tomorrows,
I hope you have lovely aspirations for the future.
Never mind what might have been,
Don't concern yourself with what could have been, focus on the present and future.
May the good lord bless and keep you,
Reiterating the desire for divine protection and well-being.
Till we meet again.
Once again, until we see each other in the future.
May the good lord bless and keep you,
One final prayer for divine protection.
Till we meet, till we meet again.
Until we see each other next time.
Lyrics © CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: DP, FREDERICK VAUGHN
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@tammyschlotter6038
My Mom and Dad Loved this song. Especially my Dad. It was their wish for their 6 children. Wow wow wow to be Loved so much to wish this for each of us. It has such a beautiful/powerful/special message through the words. Love...One of the greatest gifts anyone can receive from another is the gift of Love. This song is so caring to wish upon someone that means the World to you. I Love, Love, Love my parents for Loving us so much and wish this upon each of us!!! Back at you Mom and Dad! God rest my Mom and Dad and Nat King Cole and The Tritter Sisters and The recording Studio and ALL who endeavored to put this song into the World!!!!!!! ❤
@malcolmcranfield7517
We had this wonderful song played at my dear Mum and Dad's funeral 🙏🏼
@patdoyle3686
Superstars 🌟all of them 🌟Nat 🌟Andrew 🌟Sisters 🌟Bing🌟
@HoboHeaven
Normally this Song must have some Billion Like. So nice and warm. Goosebumps all over.
@palasolexveritas1723
never could a music like this with a slow but incessant intensity be produced again.
For a sinner like me, thank you God for all thy blessings including this one !
@Musicradio77Network
This song was used as the closing theme to NBC Radio's "The Big Show" hosted by Tallulah Bankhead, and it was a 90-minute variety show ran from 1950 through 1952.
This song was recorded live from his radio show.
@andrewscrosby1377
This song makes me cry. Its beautiful.
@lindacase4245
Beautiful.
@babsolon1001
A wonderful song to listen anytime of the day or year! God bless all.
@rasheedenightoola5183
A song for all times. Great lyrics.Superb voices as well.Trinidad