Jolly Holiday
Dick Van Dyke, Disney
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Ain't it a glorious day? Right as a mornin' in May I feel like I could fly Have you ever seen the grass So green, or a bluer sky? Oh it's a jolly 'oliday with Mary Mary makes your 'eart so light! When the day is gray and ordianry Mary makes the sun shine bright! Oh, 'appiness is bloomin' all around 'er The daffodils are smilin' at the dove When Mary 'olds your 'and You feel so grand Your 'eart starts beatin' like A big brass band! It's a jolly 'oliday with Mary No wonder that it's Mary that we love! Oh it's a jolly 'oliday with Mary Mary makes your 'eart so light! When the day is gray and ordianry Mary makes the sun shine bright! Oh, 'appiness is bloomin' all around 'er The daffodils are smilin' at the dove When Mary 'olds your 'and You feel so grand Your 'eart starts beatin' like A big brass band! It's a jolly 'oliday with Mary No wonder that it's Mary that we love! Oh, it's a jolly holiday with you, Bert Gentlemen like you are few Though you're just a diamond In the rough, Bert Underneath your blood is blue! You'd never think of pressing Your advantage Forbearance is the hallmark of your creed A lady needn't fear when you are near Your sweet gentility is crystal clear! Oh, it's a jolly holiday with you, Bert A jolly, jolly holiday with you! It's true that Mavis and Sybil 'ave Ways that are winning And Prudence and Gwendolyn Set your 'eart spinning Phoebe's delightful, Maude is disarming Janice, Felicia, Lydia--charming Cynthia's dashing, Vivian's sweet Stephanie's smashing, Priscilla a treat Veronica, Millicent, Agnes, and Jane Convivial company, time and again Dorcas and Phyllis and Glynis are sorts I'll agree are three jolly good sports But cream of the crop, tip of the top It's Mary Poppins, and there we stop!
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Written by: Richard Sherman, Robert Sherman
Lyrics © Walt Disney Music Company
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12 facts about this song
Original ReleaseThe song "Jolly Holiday" was originally released as part of the "Mary Poppins" soundtrack in 1964.
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ComposerThe song was composed by Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman, commonly known as the Sherman Brothers. They are renowned for composing numerous Disney film scores.
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PerformersIn the film, "Jolly Holiday" is performed by Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke, playing the characters of Mary Poppins and Bert the chimney sweep, respectively.
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Disney AlbumIt is included in the Disney album "Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious: The Songs from Mary Poppins".
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NostalgiaThe song is also featured in the 2018 sequel "Mary Poppins Returns" during a scene reminiscent of the original, adding a sense of nostalgia.
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AwardsThe movie's original soundtrack, which includes "Jolly Holiday", won two Grammy Awards in 1965 - 'Best Original Score Written for a Motion Picture or Television Show' and 'Best Recording for Children'.
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Context in the FilmThe song is performed when Mary Poppins and Bert enter a painted scene, with Mary Poppins saying it's a "Jolly Holiday with you, Bert."
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LyricsThe song's lyrics tout the joy and magic that come with going on an adventure with Mary Poppins.
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Dance numberA notable feature of the song is the accompanying dance number in the film, featuring penguins and other animated creatures.
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Worldwide PopularityThe song, along with the entire Mary Poppins soundtrack, gained worldwide popularity, and it continues to be a favourite among Disney aficionados.
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Theme Parks and MusicalsIt is frequently included in Walt Disney theme park performances and in different adaptations of "Mary Poppins" as a musical.
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Artistic StyleThe song is a great example of the Sherman Brothers' artistic style. It exudes positivity, fun, and innocence that match the atmosphere of the film.
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