Colonel Hathi's March
J. Pat O'Malley, J. Pat OMalley, Disney, Disney Studio Chorus
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Hup 2, 3, 4 Keep it up 2, 3, 4 Company sound off! Oh, the aim of our patrol Is a question rather droll For to march and drill over field and hill Is a military goal! Is a military goal! Hup 2, 3, 4 Dress it up 2, 3, 4 Hup 2, 3, 4 Dress it up 2, 3, 4 By the ranks or single file Over every jungle mile Oh we stamp and crush Through the underbrush In a military style! In a military style! Hup 2, 3, 4 Keep it up 2, 3, 4
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Written by: RICHARD SHERMAN, ROBERT SHERMAN
Lyrics © Walt Disney Music Company
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10 facts about this song
Song Classification"Colonel Hathi's March" is a classic Disney song, prominently featured in the company's 1967 animated film, "The Jungle Book."
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ComposersThe song was composed by the Sherman Brothers, namely Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman, who were also responsible for several other popular songs in classic Disney films.
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Characters InvolvementThis song allows for a uniquely comedic performance by the character Colonel Hathi, the elephant who leads the jungle patrol, and his troops.
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Theme ContentThe song's lyrics center around a military-style march, with the elephants demonstrating discipline and command, though occasionally descending into enjoyable chaos.
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Film Placement"Colonel Hathi's March" appears twice in the movie "The Jungle Book.” Initially, it appears when the elephants are introduced, and the reprise is performed when they march to rescue Mowgli from the monkeys.
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Song StyleThe song includes a catchy melody accompanied by a rhythmic military marching band theme, underlined by the sound of trumpeting elephants.
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Voice ActorsThe voice of Colonel Hathi during the song sessions was provided by J. Pat O'Malley. Notably, O'Malley was also the voice of Colonel Hathi's son, Hathi Junior.
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Cultural ImpactDespite being a relatively minor song in Disney's catalog, "Colonel Hathi's March" has achieved a lasting cultural impact, and has been covered by numerous artists over the years.
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Born to Be Wild" DVD, as a flashback sequence.Sequel Appearance"* - This song also appears in the "Jungle Cubs
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VariationsThere are a few variations of this song, including the "Elephant Smash-up Reprise" from "The Jungle Book" original film soundtrack.
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