Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah
The Pied Pipers/Johnny Mercer Lyrics
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My, oh my, what a wonderful day
Plenty of sunshine headed my way
Zip a dee doo-dah, zip a dee ay
Mister bluebird on my shoulder
It's the truth, it's actual
Everything is satisfactual
Zip a dee doo-dah, zip a dee ay
Wonderful feelin'
Wonderful day
The Pied Pipers's "Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah" is a joyful and uplifting song that celebrates the beauty of life. The lyrics are simple yet inspiring and capture the essence of positivity and optimism. The song begins with the phrase "Zip a dee doo-dah, zip a dee ay", which sets the tone for the rest of the song. This phrase is repeated throughout the song and is a cheerful expression of joy and happiness.
The rest of the lyrics speak of a wonderful day filled with sunshine and the presence of a bluebird on the shoulder. The bluebird is a symbol of happiness and good luck, and its presence in the song signifies that everything is going well. The phrase "It's the truth, it's actual, everything is satisfactual" reinforces the idea that life is good and there is no reason to complain.
Overall, "Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah" is a song that celebrates the beauty of life and encourages listeners to look on the bright side of things. It is a reminder that even on bad days, there is always something to be grateful for.
Line by Line Meaning
Zip a dee doo-dah, zip a dee ay
Let's get excited and happy for the day ahead!
My, oh my, what a wonderful day
I have high hopes for a great day filled with happiness and positivity.
Plenty of sunshine headed my way
The day looks bright and promising with a lot of good things coming my way.
Mister bluebird on my shoulder
I have a symbol of happiness and optimism on my shoulder, represented by a bluebird.
It's the truth, it's actual
This isn't just an expression, these positive feelings and experiences are really happening.
Everything is satisfactual
All aspects of life are good and satisfactory, making for a fulfilling and happy day.
Wonderful feelin'
I am overwhelmed with joy and positivity.
Wonderful day
Overall, today is an amazing day filled with happiness and good energy.
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Written by: Allie Wrubel, Ray Gilbert
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@AngeloLuis22
Beautiful melody of jo stafford.
@juanmanuelparadacontreras9565
Extraordinarias voces en quedar inmortalizadas en evocar una era de gran glamour. Simplemente geniales.
@captainpic
Amazing fidelity on this.
@badgrand
Best version in my honest opinion...
@sauquoit13456
On this day in 1962 {December 19th} Bob B. Soxx & the Blue Jeans performed "Zip-A-Dee-Doo-Dah" on late Dick Clark's 'American Bandstand'... One month earlier on Nov. 17th it entered Billboard's Top 100 chart; eventually it peaked at #8 The song was originally featured in the 1946 Walt Disney film "Song of the South" {was performed by James Baskett} Johnny Mercer covered it in 1947; his version reached #8 R.I.P. Mr. Disney {1901 - 1966}, Mr. Mercer {1909 - 1976}, and Mr. Baskett {1904 - 1948}
@VampirexEva
my music teacher back in elementary taught us this song xD and others n wow. i never knew it was this old. mabey this is where my love for old music comes from
@Phantom-ph6xg
Music teacher teaching real music. who knew? Just kidding. That's cool though
@arbytv5139
this version was also played during the credits of waking sleeping beauty
@actingbogard9570
Song of the south souldnt be banned its a classic
@connermoody1944
I really agree