Meet Me in St. Louis, Louis

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About Meet Me in St. Louis, Louis

"Meet Me in St. Louis, Louis", better known as just "Meet Me in St. Louis", is a popular song from 1904 which celebrated the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, also known as the St. Louis World's Fair. The words were by Andrew B. Sterling; the music, by Kerry Mills. The song was published in 1904 in New York by Mills's firm operating under the name F. A. Mills. It was recorded that year by many artists, including William F. Denny, Billy Murray and Arthur Collins. The song and the fair were focal points of the Judy Garland movie, Meet Me in St. Louis. Garland recorded the song in 1944. Bing Crosby included the song in a medley on his album Join Bing and Sing Along (1959) 


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1990
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When Louis came home to the flat,
He hung up his coat and his hat,
He gazed all around, but no wifey he found,
So he said "where can Flossie be at?"
A note on the table he spied,
He read it just once, then he cried
It ran, "Louis dear, it's too slow for for me hear,
So I think I will go for a ride."

"Meet me in St. Louis, Louis,
Meet me at the fair,
Don't tell me the lights are shining
Any place but there,
We will dance the Hoochee Koochee,
I will be your tootsie wootsie,
If you will meet in St. Louis, Louis,
Meet me at the fair."

"Meet me in St. Louis, Louis,
Meet me at the fair,
Don't tell me the lights are shining
Any place but there,
We will dance the Hoochee Koochee,
I will be your tootsie wootsie,
If you will meet in St. Louis, Louis,
Meet me at the fair."

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Judy Garland

Judy Garland (born Frances Ethel Gumm; June 10, 1922 – June 22, 1969) was an American actress, singer and vaudevillian. Described by Fred Astaire as "the greatest entertainer who ever lived" and renowned for her contralto voice, she attained international stardom throughout a career that spanned more than 40 years as an actress in musical and dramatic roles, as a recording artist and on the concert stage. Respected for her versatility, she received a Juvenile Academy Award and won a Golden Globe Award as well as Grammy Awards and a Special Tony Award. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in the remake of A Star is Born and for the Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the 1961 film Judgment at Nuremberg. She remains t… more »

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Written by: RALPH BLANE, HUGH MARTIN

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12 facts about this song

Historical Relevance
"Meet Me in St. Louis, Louis" is a popular American song that dates back to 1904. It was written by Andrew B. Sterling and Kerry Mills in anticipation of the 1904 World's Fair, which was held in St. Louis, Missouri.
Judy Garland's Performance
The song is perhaps best known from its performance by Judy Garland in the 1944 movie "Meet Me in St. Louis," which is a musical by MGM.
Song's Popularity
After Garland's performance, the song has been covered by numerous artists and used in various films and TV shows, signifying its popularity that traversed decades.
Significance of Lyrics
The song's lyrics are a dialogue between a young man and his sweetheart, inviting her to travel with him to the St. Louis World's Fair. Lyrics such as "Meet me in St. Louis, Louis, Meet me at the fair, Don't tell me the lights are shining any place but there," still rings a bell among music lovers.
Garland's Connection
Judy Garland's performance of "Meet Me in St. Louis, Louis" is one of her most iconic, contributing heavily to her status as a film and music legend.
Impact in Film
The song has become closely associated with the 1944 film of the same name, where it is sung by Judy Garland and has come to symbolize the warmth and optimism of the film.
Sociocultural Aspects
The song is an example of the ragtime style of music, which was popular at the time it was written. This style is a unique blend of African musical traditions and European musical traditions.
Inspirational Aspects
The song has served as the inspiration for other works, such as the 1944 Technicolor musical rom-com film "Meet Me in St. Louis," starring Judy Garland.
Pictorial References
The song gives an evocative picture of the 1904 World's Fair, with references to the grandeur and marvel of the exhibition.
Musical Composition
Musically, the song is usually performed in a major key, with a brisk tempo to convey the excitement and anticipation of seeing the wonders of the fair. Its sheet music was published by F.A. Mills in New York.
Notable Recordings
Besides Judy Garland's iconic performance, one notable recording of the song was by Billy Murray, a popular singer at the dawn of the 20th century. He released his version in 1904, the same year the song was written.
Pop Culture Reference
The song has since become a part of American pop culture, celebrated in both music and film. It continues to enjoy popularity more than a century after it was first written.

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