Sally
Gracie Fields, Jay Wilbur
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Sally, Sally, pride of our alley Sally, Sally Don't ever wander Away from the alley and me Sally, Sally Marry me Sally And happy forever I'll be When skies are blue You're beguiling And when they're grey You're still smiling, smiling Sally, Sally Pride of our alley You're more than The whole world too me The skies were blue When he met you, Sally You were his gal His little pal, so true You came along Made life a song, Sally If he lost you He wonders what he'd do Sally, Sally Don't ever wander Away from the alley and me Sally, Sally Marry me Sally And happy forever I'll be When skies are blue You're beguiling And when they're grey You're still smiling, smiling Sally, Sally Pride of our alley You're more than The whole world too me
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Written by: HARRY LEON, LEO TOWERS, WILL E HAINES
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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6 facts about this song
Artist and Recording Facts"Sally" is performed by Gracie Fields, who is considered one of the biggest stars in UK history.
- The song was recorded in 1931 and is one of Fields' best renowned songs internationally.
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Musical Composition FactsThe song "Sally" falls under the genre of Traditional Pop, featuring simple, catchy melodies and lyrics that commonly deal with love and relationships.
- Possessing a hauntingly beautiful melody, this song actually has a slow tempo and a gloomy tone which contradicts its seemingly cheerful title.
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Song Lyrics and Theme FactsThe lyrics for "Sally" are about longing and wishing for romance, a common theme in pop music of the 1930s.
- Sally is the female interest in the song, from whom the song's protagonist is geographically separated.
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Recognition and Awards FactsThe song "Sally" propelled Fields to international stardom and is often considered her signature song.
- Despite being nearly a century old, "Sally" remains one of the most recognizable songs from the era, revealing the timeless nature of its lyrics and melody.
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Cultural Impact Facts"Sally" is not just a musical product but also a cultural phenomenon, reflecting the styles, tastes, and emotions prevalent in the 1930s.
- The song has inspired numerous covers and parodies over the years, reflecting its indelible imprint on pop culture.
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Live Performance FactsWhenever she performed "Sally" live, Gracie Fields was known for encouraging audience participation during the chorus, enhancing the communal aspect of the song.
- Verdantial anecdote suggests that it was Fields' moving live renditions of "Sally" that truly heightened its popularity, earning her legions of fans worldwide.
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