Mandy
Eddie Cantor, Irving Berlin, Al Jolson
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I was strolling out one evening by the silvery moon I could hear somebody singing a familiar tune So I stopped a while to listen Not a word I wanted to miss It was just somebody serenading something like this [Chorus] Mandy There's a minister handy And it sure would be dandy If we'd let him make a fee So don't you linger Here's the ring for your finger Isn't it a humdinger? Come along and let the wedding chimes Bring happy times For Mandy and me There will be some jubilation for the happy pair Yes, the best in all creation, joy is in the air There'll be music at the station For to speed them on their way There will be some celebration on their wedding day [Chorus] Oh, what a wonderful day Cupid, the parson, he'll say I'm feeling kind of nervous to hear the wedding service Now we'll hear the wedding bells, soon we'll hear the baby yells Wait just a minute, my dear I have the ring, never fear What a fine ovation from all of our relations Sister and brother, father and mother And Mandy and me
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Written by: IRVING BERLIN
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10 facts about this song
Historic Significance"Mandy" is a popular song penned by legendary songwriter Irving Berlin in 1919. He is known for creating a number of timeless pieces, and "Mandy" certainly falls within that category.
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Sound Track FeatureThis song also shone as part of the soundtrack for the musical comedy-drama film "Yankee Doodle Dandy" in 1942, where James Cagney performed it in his Oscar-winning performance as George M. Cohan.
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Part of Musical"Mandy" was included in Irving Berlin's musical "This is the Army" along with other hits. The musical first premiered on Broadway in 1942, and the song has been a classic ever since.
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Successful CoversOver the years, "Mandy" has been covered by numerous artists, proving its timeless appeal. A few of these covers include one by Jerry Vale for his album "The Impossible Dream" in 1967, another by Johnnie Ray in 1954.
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Notable RecognitionThe recording done by Eddie Cantor was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999, extending the song's legacy beyond its early years.
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War ConnectionThe song's popularity surged during World War II as it was prominently featured in the musical "This Is the Army", which was designed to boost morale among the troops.
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Celebration of Black MusicSurprisingly, "Mandy" was initially written for a blackface minstrel show within the play "Ziegfeld Follies", reflecting a genre of music, dance, and comedic performances predominately by African American entertainers.
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Christmas ConnectionThe lyrics of the song were slightly revised by Berlin and used in the 1954 movie "White Christmas", giving it a holiday touch.
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Impact on Other Art FormsThe song has impacted dance too. It is featured in the Square Dance 'Mandy', making its presence felt outside the world of music.
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Artist RecognitionBerlin's creation of such wonderful songs like "Mandy" played a crucial role in earning him the Congressional Gold Medal, presented by President Eisenhower in 1955 for his contribution to American music.
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