Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree
Glenn Miller
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Don't sit under the apple tree with anyone else but me Anyone else but me, anyone else but me No! No! No! Don't sit under the apple tree with anyone else but me 'Til I come marchin' home Don't go walkin' down Lover's Lane with anyone else but me Anyone else but me, anyone else but me No! No! No! Don't go walkin' down Lover's Lane with anyone else but me Till I come marchin' home I just got word from a guy who heard from the guy next door to me The girl he met just loves to pet and it fits you to-a-tee So, don't sit under the apple tree with anyone else but me Till I come marchin' home Don't give out with those lips of yours to anyone else but me Anyone else but me, anyone else but me No! No! No! Watch the girls on the foreign shores, you'll have to report to me When you come marchin' home Don't hold anyone on your knee, you better be true to me You better be true to me, you better be true to me Don't hold anyone on your knee, you're gettin' the third degree When you come marchin' home You're on your own where there is no phone and I can't keep tab on you Be fair to me, I'll guarantee this is one thing that I'll do I won't sit under the apple tree with anyone else but you 'Til you come marchin' home Don't sit under the apple tree with anyone else but me I know the apple tree is reserved for you and me And I'll be true till you come marchin' home
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Written by: CRAIG TERRELL DUNCAN, JACK JEZZRO
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Writer's History"Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree" is a popular song that was written by Sam H. Stept, Lew Brown, and Charles Tobias. These prolific songwriters were known for their contributions to popular music in the first half of the 20th century.
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Trio PerformanceThe song is widely famous for being performed by Glenn Miller and The Andrews Sisters, a popular American trio.
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World War InfluenceThe song was released in 1942, during World War II and quickly became a hit for its lyrical symbolism. It became one of the most popular songs among American soldiers overseas.
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Big Band SoundThe version by Glenn Miller is particularly acclaimed for its big band sound. Big band was a popular genre of music during the 1940s, known for its large jazz ensembles.
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Anti-Cheating MessageThe song's lyrics warn soldiers not to be unfaithful while they're away at war, represented by the phrase 'don't sit under the apple tree with anyone else but me'.
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Covers and VariationsThe song has been covered by numerous artists over the years, each bringing their style to the tune. Some notable renditions include those by Kay Kyser, The Squadronaires, and even an updated version by Barry Manilow.
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Chart Success"Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree" was incredibly successful on the charts. The version by Glenn Miller and His Orchestra reached number one on the Billboard charts, where it remained for several weeks.
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Worldwide RecognitionWith its war-related theme, the song became popular not only in the United States but also in other allied countries involved in World War II.
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Movie AppearanceThe song was featured in the 1942 movie 'Private Buckaroo', which starred The Andrews Sisters and further contributed to the song's popularity.
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Song's LegacyToday, "Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree" continues to be a symbol of the World War II era, and remains a popular choice for performances at 1940s-themed events and commemoration ceremonies.
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