Mairzy Doats
Al Trace
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Al Trace Oh, mairzy doats and dozy doats and little lambsy divey A kiddle divey, too. Wouldn't you? Oh, mairzy doats and dozy doats and little lambsy divey A kiddle divey, too. Wouldn't you? If the words sound queer and funny to your ear, A little bit jumbled and jivey. Say, "Mares eat oats and does eat oats and little lambs eat ivy." Oh, mairzy doats and dozy doats and little lambsy divey A kiddle divey, too. Wouldn't you? Oh, mairzy doats and dozy doats and little lambsy divey A kiddle divey, too. Wouldn't you?
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Written by: AL HOFFMAN, JERRY LIVINGSTON, MILTON DRAKE
Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Spirit Music Group
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10 facts about this song
Origin of the Song"Mairzy Doats" is a novelty song written and composed by Milton Drake, Al Hoffman, and Jerry Livingston. It was first popularized in its time by bandleader and musician Al Trace and later by the musical group, The Merry Macs.
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PopularityThe song became extremely popular during World War II and was a number one hit in the United States for multiple weeks in 1944.
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Unique LyricsThe lyrics of "Mairzy Doats" are known for its playfulness with English language phonetics, often leading to confusion among listeners. The tricky "nonsense" lyrics when sang fast sound like, "Mares eat oats and does eat oats and little lambs eat ivy."
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Usage in Pop CultureThe song has appeared in multiple movies and TV shows, such as "Ghost", "Twin Peaks", and "Criminal Minds". It has even been used for a children's book.
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VariationsVariations of the song have been recorded by numerous popular musicians over the years, including Burl Ives and Spike Jones.
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Influence on Other CompositionsThe tune of "Mairzy Doats" has been borrowed for other songs. The theme song of the TV series "The Donna Reed Show" is notably similar.
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Cover VersionsOne of the most famous cover versions of "Mairzy Doats" was done by British comedian and actor, Frankie Howerd.
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RenditionsThe song was often performed as a comedy act, with performers exaggerating the playful nature of the song's lyrics.
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Chart SuccessBoth Al Trace and The Merry Macs versions of "Mairzy Doats" enjoyed Billboard chart success, reflecting the song's immense popularity.
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LongevityDespite being composed in the 1940s, "Mairzy Doats" remains a recognizable tune today, a testament to its lasting cultural impact.
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