How Are Things in Glocca Morra?
Ella Logan
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I hear a bird, Londonderry bird, It well may be he's bringing me a cheering word. I hear a breeze, a River Shanon breeze, It well may be it's followed me across the seas. Then tell me please How are things in Glocca Morra? Is that little brook still leaping there? Does it still run down to Donny cove? Through Killybegs, Kilkerry and Kildare? How are things in Glocca Mora? Is that willow tree still weeping there? Does that lassie with the twinklin' eye Come smilin' by and does she walk away, Sad and dreamy there not to see me there? So I ask each weepin' willow and each brook along the way, And each lass that comes a-sighin' too ra lay How are things in Glocca Morra this fine day?
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Written by: BURTON LANE, E. Y. HARBURG
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"How Are Things in Glocca Morra?" was composed in 1946 by Burton Lane, with lyrics written by E.Y. Harburg, it is included in the popular Broadway musical, "Finian's Rainbow."
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First PerformanceThe song was originally performed by Ella Logan when she played the role of Sharon McLonergan in the original 1947 Broadway production of "Finian's Rainbow."
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Song InterpretationThe song is a melancholic embodiment of Irish nostalgia, expressing a longing for a simpler, mythic, and fantastical place somewhere beyond reality.
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Song Popularity"How Are Things in Glocca Morra?" became one of Ella Logan's most popular songs; it garnered fame globally and was widely acclaimed by critics and audiences alike.
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Cover VersionsVarious artists, including Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, Petula Clark & Barbra Streisand, have covered the song, showcasing its enduring popularity.
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VariationsThe song was remixed by multiple artists, including jazz interpretations by Sonny Rollins and Tony Bennett, demonstrating its deep influence across different music genres.
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Movie AdaptationThe song was featured in the 1968 movie adaptation of "Finian's Rainbow," starring Petula Clark and Fred Astaire, but Ella Logan didn’t play or sing in the film.
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Legacy"How Are Things in Glocca Morra?" served as a launching pad for Ella Logan's career, establishing her as a household name in the music and film industry.
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Iconic LineThe song's most famous line: "How are things in Glocca Morra? Is that willow tree still weeping there?" is often quoted and remains fresh in the collective memory of fans.
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Song ReceptionDespite being penned in 1946, the song's poignant lyrics and unforgettable melody continue to resonate; it is often featured in 'best of' lists of Broadway tunes.
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