Step in Time
Dick Van Dyke, Disney
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Step in time, step in time Come on my dear, step in time Step in time Step in time, step in time Step in time, step in time Never need a reason, never need a rhyme Step in time, we step in time Kick your knees up Kick your knees up, step in time Kick your knees up, step in time Never need a reason, never need a rhyme Kick your knees up, step in time Round the chimney Round the chimney, step in time Round the chimney, step in time Never need a reason, never need a rhyme Round the chimney, step in time Flap like a birdie Flap like a birdie, step in time Flap like a birdie, step in time Never need a reason, never need a rhyme Flap like a birdie, in time Up on the railing Up on the railing, step in time Up on the railing, step in time Never need a reason, never need a rhyme Up on the railing step in time Over the rooftops Over the rooftops, step in time Over the rooftops, step in time Never need a reason, never need a rhyme Step in time Over the rooftops! Over the rooftops! Link your elbows Link your elbows, step in time Link your elbows, step in time Link your elbows, link your elbows, link your elbows Step in time, step in time Step in time, step in time Never need a reason, never need a rhyme Step in time, you step in time
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Written by: Robert Sherman, Richard Sherman, Irwin Kostal
Lyrics © Walt Disney Music Company
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15 facts about this song
Song Origin"Step in Time" is a rousing melody from Disney's 1964 musical film "Mary Poppins."
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Musical CreatorsThe song was composed by popular songwriting duo Richard M. Sherman and Robert B. Sherman, collectively known as the Sherman Brothers.
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Choreographic MasterpieceIt is famous for its highly choreographed dance sequence involving chimney sweeps led by Bert, played by renowned actor Dick Van Dyke.
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Movie SceneIt is a centerpiece moment in the film, used to display the magical themes and elements that run throughout "Mary Poppins".
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Song LyricsThe title of the song, "Step in Time," is repeated frequently within the lyrics, along with many variations of stride-themed statements.
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Song DurationOne unique aspect of “Step in Time” is its length. The song sequence runs for approximately nine minutes in the movie.
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Cinematic AchievementThe film won a total of five Academy Awards, in part thanks to the magical performances such as “Step in Time”.
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Film Legacy“Step in Time” is still one of the most memorable and catchy numbers from the world of Disney musicals, attesting to its timeless appeal.
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Recording ArtistsThe primary vocalists on this track are Dick Van Dyke, David Tomlinson (who played Mr. Banks in the film), and a chorus of singing chimney sweeps.
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ChoreographerThe choreography for "Step in Time" was developed by Marc Breaux and Dee Dee Wood, known for their work on many major musical films.
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Broadway VersionIn the Broadway adaptation of "Mary Poppins," "Step in Time" includes an energetic dance routine where Bert tap-dances upside-down across the proscenium arch.
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Sequel AppearanceThe song made a brief re-appearance in the 2018 sequel "Mary Poppins Returns" during a music box sequence.
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Animation AdditionThis song is also accompanied by a brief animation sequence in the film created by the legendary Disney animation team.
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Tribute PerformanceThe song was performed as a tribute to Dick Van Dyke during the 2015 Disney D23 Expo.
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Cultural InfluenceThe phrase “Step in Time” has been adopted by marching bands and military squads due to its rhythm and cadence.
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