Trust in Me
Disney, Sterling Holloway
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Trust in me, just in me Shut your eyes and trust in me You can sleep safe and sound Knowing I am around Slip into silent slumber Sailing on a silver mist Slowly and surely your senses Will cease to resist Trust in me, just in me Shut your eyes and trust in me
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Written by: Richard M. Sherman, Robert B. Sherman
Lyrics © Walt Disney Music Company
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10 facts about this song
Film Appearance"Trust in Me" is a song from the 1967 Disney animated film "The Jungle Book." It's performed by the character Kaa, a sly and manipulative python.
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Character's VoiceThe voice of the hypnotic serpent Kaa, who sings "Trust in Me," was provided by well-known actor Sterling Holloway. Holloway's distinctive voice was also used for other iconic Disney characters such as Winnie the Pooh.
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Origin of the TuneInitially, "Trust in Me" was written for an earlier Disney film, "Mary Poppins," but wasn't used in that movie. Later, the melody was repurposed for "The Jungle Book."
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SongwritersThe song was written by the acclaimed Sherman Brothers, Robert B. Sherman and Richard M. Sherman, who were also responsible for other iconic Disney soundtracks, including "Mary Poppins," "Bedknobs and Broomsticks," and "The Aristocats."
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Hypnotic LyricsKaa, the Python, sings "Trust in me" to his prey in an attempt to hypnotize and consume them. His hypnotic, lullaby-like voice adds a humorous tone to the potentially frightening situation.
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Interesting CoverPop star Selena Gomez recorded a cover of "Trust in Me" for the 2009 album "DisneyMania 7."
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Song UsageDespite its initial association with villainy, "Trust in Me" has been used in different contexts outside the film. It has been covered by various artists and featured in other Disney productions, showcasing its flexibility and timeless appeal.
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Not Featured in Live Action AdaptionInterestingly, "Trust in Me" did not appear in the 2016 live-action adaptation of "The Jungle Book." The song was rewritten by Richard M. Sherman and performed by Scarlett Johansson (who voices Kaa), but it is only played during the movie's end credits.
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The Kaleidoscopic SceneThe scene in which "Trust in Me" is performed in "The Jungle Book" is particularly memorable due to its use of multi-color kaleidoscopic effects, which add to the song's hypnotic tone.
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Miss GoLightly VersionAnother notable cover of the song was performed by band Miss GoLightly for the album "My Friends Told Me About You."
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