Get Out and Get Under the Moon

Doris Day

About Get Out and Get Under the Moon

"Get Out And Get Under The Moon" is a popular song. The music was written by Larry Shay, the lyrics by Charles Tobias and William Jerome. The song was published in 1928. Popular recordings of the song in 1928 were by Helen Kane and by Paul Whiteman (with a vocal group including Bing Crosby). The song is now a standard, and has been recorded by many artists over the years, including Doris Day (for her album Cuttin' Capers (1959)), Nat King Cole (for his album Those Lazy-Hazy-Crazy Days of Summer (1963)) and Michael Feinstein. "Get Out and Get Under the Moon" was used in commercials for the American Apollo Program in 1968. 


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1996
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What do you do in the evening
When you don't know what to do?
Read a book?
Play a game?
Every night it's just the same

What do you say if I tell you
How to keep from feeling blue?
My advice is good to take
And it's easier to do

When you're all alone, any old night
And you're feeling out if tune
Pick up your hat
Close up your flat
Get out, get under the moon

Underneath the bright silvery light
You'll be feeling better soon
Pick up your hat
Close up your flat
Get out, get under the moon

Hey look, look at those stars above
Look, look, look at those sweeties love
Oh boy, give me a night in June
I mean it

All you got do any old night
When you're feeling out of tune
You just pick up your hat?
Close up your flat
Get out, get under the moon

Get out, way out get 
Get out and get under the moon

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Doris Day

Doris Day (born Doris Mary Ann Kappelhoff, April 3, 1922) is an American actress, singer, and animal rights activist, who began her career as a big band singer in 1939, but only began to be noticed after her first hit recording, "Sentimental Journey", in 1945. After leaving the Les Brown & His Band of Renown to try a solo career, she started her long-lasting partnership with Columbia Records, which would remain her only recording label. The contract lasted from 1947 to 1967, and included more than 650 recordings, making Day one of the most popular and acclaimed singers of the 20th century. In 1948, after being persuaded by Sammy Cahn, Jule Styne and her agent at the time, Al Levy, she auditioned for Michael Curtiz, which led to her being cast in the femal… more »

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Written by: LARRY SHAY, WILLIAM JEROME, CHARLES TOBIAS

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Origin
"Get Out and Get Under the Moon" is a popular song from the late 1920s. Although it's been performed by various artists, including Doris Day, Helen Kane, and Nat King Cole, it was originally written by three songwriters: Larry Shay, Charles Tobias, and William Jerome.
Doris Day's Version
Doris Day, a celebrated actress, and singer, sang "Get Out and Get Under the Moon" in her typical jazzy pop style. She recorded it for her album "Day by Night" which was released in 1957.
Helen Kane’s Influence
Known as the "Boop-Boop-a-Doop Girl", Helen Kane’s version of "Get Out and Get Under the Moon" was one of her biggest hits in the 1920s. Her distinctive style and vocal expressions were said to have inspired the flirtatious cartoon character Betty Boop.
Nat King Cole's Interpretation
Nat King Cole, a leading figure in the world of jazz and later pop, also performed "Get Out and Get Under the Moon". His soulful voice and his smooth, swinging style made an impressionable version of the song.
Timeless Appeal
"Get Out and Get Under the Moon" has remained popular, even many decades after its original release. It’s been covered by several artists and is often included in collections of jazz and popular standards from the early 20th century. The song continues to be enjoyed as a lighthearted and cheerful tune.
Theme
The song is about the joy and romance of spending time outdoors under the moon. The lyrics encourage the listener to forget their troubles and enjoy the beauty of life.
Use in Media
The song has also been used in multiple films and television series, often to evoke a sense of nostalgia for the past, or to set a romantic mood in a scene.
Its Timeless Message
Despite the distinct versions by Doris Day, Helen Kane, and Nat King Cole, the central message of "Get Out and Get Under the Moon" remains the same across all interpretations: to seize the moment, enjoy life, and embrace love.
Musical Structure
The song is composed in a typical AABA 32-bar song form, a common form for popular songs during the 1920s and '30s. Its infectious melody and simple, yet poignant lyrics, are part of its enduring charm.
Shared Legacy
Though Doris Day, Helen Kane, and Nat King Cole each have their own unique musical legacy, "Get Out and Get Under The Moon" is a shared part of their discographies, demonstrating the song's widespread appeal and timeless charm.

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