Marshmallow World

Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald

About Marshmallow World

"A Marshmallow World" (sometimes called "It's a Marshmallow World") is a popular song that was written in 1949 by Carl Sigman (lyrics) and Peter DeRose (music). It was published the following year by Shapiro, Bernstein & Co. The song is about winter and is commonly regarded as a Christmas song, although the lyrics make no mention of the holiday. The song compares a snowfall to marshmallows covering the ground. It also describes the snowfall as whipped cream and the sun as a big red pumpkin head. The singer "waits for it the whole year 'round." The song was first a hit for Bing Crosby (backed by the Lee Gordon Singers and Sonny Burke and his Orchestra). Crosby's version was recorded in 1950. It peaked at number 24 on the pop singles chart in January 1951. Other artists who recorded the song include Ray Anthony, Vic Damone, Johnny Desmond, Arthur Godfrey, Vaughn Monroe, Brenda Lee and Dean Martin. 


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Ah, it's a marshmallow world in the winter,
When the snow comes to cover the ground.
It's the time for play, it's a whipped cream day,
I wait for it the whole year round!

Those are marshmallow clouds being friendly,
In the arms of the evergreen trees;
And the sun is red like a pumpkin head,
It's shining so your nose won't freeze!

The world is your snowball, see how it grows,
That's how it goes, whenever it snows.
The world is your snowball just for a song,
Get out and roll it along!

It's a yum-yummy world made for sweethearts,
Take a walk with your favorite girl.
It's a sugar date, so what if spring is late,
In winter it's a marshmallow world!

It's a marshmallow day in the winter,
When the snow comes to cover the ground.
It's the time for play, it's a whipped cream day,
And we wait for it the whole year round!

Just you remember that

Those are marshmallow clouds being friendly,
In the arms of the evergreen trees;
And the sun is red like a pumpkin head,
It's shining so your nose won't freeze!

You must remember that

The world is your snowball, see how it grows,
That's how it goes whenever it snows.
The world is your snowball just for a song,
Get out and roll it along!

It's a yum-yummy world made for sweethearts,
Take a walk with your favorite girl.
It's a sugary date, so what if spring is late,
In winter it's a marshmallow world
In winter it's a marshmallow world
In winter it's a marshmallow world

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Bing Crosby

Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby (May 3, 1903 – October 14, 1977) was an American singer and actor. Crosby's trademark bass-baritone voice made him one of the best-selling recording artists of the 20th century, with over half a billion records in circulation. more »

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Written by: CARL SIGMAN, PETER DE ROSE

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10 facts about this song

Song Origins
"Marshmallow World" was composed in 1949 by Carl Sigman and Peter DeRose. It is also known as "It's a Marshmallow World" occasionally.
Artists
The song has been covered by many artists over the years. Bing Crosby, Brenda Lee, and Dean Martin are just some of the famous names who have given their renditions of the song.
Bing Crosby Version
Bing Crosby, one of the best-selling recording artists of the 20th century, recorded his version of "Marshmallow World" in 1950. It was later featured in his album "Merry Christmas" which was released in 1955.
Dean Martin Version
Dean Martin, a member of the "Rat Pack" and a prominent actor, comedian, and singer, recorded his version of "Marshmallow World" in 1966. His version was featured in "The Dean Martin Christmas Album".
Brenda Lee Version
Brenda Lee, known for her hit "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree", recorded "Marshmallow World" for her album "Merry Christmas from Brenda Lee" in 1964.
Song Theme
The song describes winter as a "marshmallow world", using whimsical and fun metaphors to celebrate the joys of the season.
Holiday Association
Though not specifically a Christmas song, "Marshmallow World" is often included in Christmas and holiday season music compilities due to its celebratory winter theme.
Popularity
It remains a popular song during the holiday season, demonstrating it's timeless appeal.
TV Performances
The song has been performed on numerous TV shows and specials over the years. In 1968, Dean Martin performed "Marshmallow World" during his Christmas special "Dean Martin's Christmas in California".
Modern Covers
More recent covers of the song have been performed by artists like Darlene Love, and even a duet by Seth MacFarlane and Frank Sinatra, showing the song's continuing relevance and popularity.

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