The Green Leaves of Summer
Dimitri Tiomkin
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A time to be reapin', a time to be sowin'. The green leaves of Summer are callin' me home. 'Twas so good to be young then, in a season of plenty, When the catfish were jumpin' as high as the sky. A time just for plantin', a time just for ploughin'. A time to be courtin' a girl of your own. 'Twas so good to be young then, to be close to the earth, And to stand by your wife at the moment of birth. A time to be reapin', a time to be sowin'. The green leaves of Summer are callin' me home. 'Twas so good to be young then, with the sweet smell of apples, And the owl in the pine tree a-winkin' his eye. A time just for plantin', a time just for ploughin'. A time just for livin', a place for to die. 'Twas so good to be young then, to be close to the earth, Now the green leaves of Summer are callin' me home. 'Twas so good to be young then, to be close to the earth, Now the green leaves of Summer are callin' me home.
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Written by: DIMITRI TIOMKIN, PAUL FRANCIS WEBSTER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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15 facts about this song
Artist FactDimitri Tiomkin, the composer of the song "The Green Leaves of Summer", was a renowned Russian-American film composer and conductor, famous for his works in Hollywood films such as "High Noon" and "The Guns of Navarone".
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Song OriginThe song "The Green Leaves of Summer" was originally created for the 1960 epic war film "The Alamo", directed by John Wayne.
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LyricistsThe lyrics for the song were written by Paul Francis Webster, an American lyricist who won three Academy Awards for Best Original Song.
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Song PerformanceThe song was performed by The Brothers Four, an American folk singing group known for their 1960 hit song "Greenfields".
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Awards and Recognition"The Green Leaves of Summer" was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1961.
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Popular CoverThe song has been covered by several artists, including Peter, Paul and Mary.
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Song ThemeThe song's theme is reminiscent of a time of hardship and struggle but also speaks of optimism and resilience, fitting the storyline of the film, "The Alamo".
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Album ReleaseThe Brothers Four included "The Green Leaves of Summer" in their 1960 album "BMOC (Best Music On/Off Campus)".
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Global RecognitionThe song has had enduring success and has been translated into 14 languages.
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Film SignificanceThe song is played at the beginning of "The Alamo" movie during a one-minute, forty-second overture which was unusual for CinemaScope films of that era.
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Extended InfluenceThe song has entered public consciousness beyond the realms of the film's audience, having been used in other films, most notably in "Inglourious Basterds", a Quentin Tarantino film from 2009.
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Song StyleThe song has been characterized by a beautiful melody with an epic and haunting quality that perfectly complements the bittersweet lyrics.
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Memorable PopularityDespite not winning the Academy Award, the song has been recognized for its poignant arrangement and outstanding vocal performance, making it a memorable classic from the 1960s.
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Musical ArrangementThe song's mellow tone is carried by rich, harmonious vocals and a gentle acoustic guitar riff characteristic of folk music - creating a serene, peaceful, and reflective vibe.
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Significance of TitleThe title "The Green Leaves of Summer" is a metaphor symbolizing periods of growth, change, and optimism for better times ahead, resonating with the film's plot.
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