Finland
Monty Python
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Finland , Finland , Finland The country where I want to be Pony trekking or camping or just watch T.V. Finland , Finland , Finland It's the country for me You're so near to Russia so far away from Japan Quite a long way from Cairo lots of miles from Vietnam Finland , Finland , Finland The country where I want to be Eating breakfast or dinner or snack lunch in the hall Finland , Finland , Finland Finland has it all You're so sadly neglected And often ignored A poor second to Belgium When going abroad Finland , Finland , Finland The country where I quite want to be Your mountains so lofty Your treetops so tall Finland , Finland , Finland Finland has it all Finland , Finland , Finland The country where I quite want to be Your moantians so lofty Your treetops so tall Finland , Finland , Finland Finland has it all Finland has it all.....(Fading)
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Written by: MICHAEL PALIN
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11 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Finland" is a song that can be classified under the genre of comedy music. It showcases the eccentric comedic style of Monty Python, combining humor with interesting musical styles.
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Album AppearanceThe song "Finland" is one of the tracks on “Monty Python’s Contractual Obligation Album.” It was released in the year 1980.
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Song LengthThe song runs for a total duration of 2 minutes and 18 seconds, a fairly short length in line with many comedy and novelty songs.
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Composer InformationMonty Python member Michael Palin wrote "Finland" showcasing his flair for humorous writing.
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Song ThemeThe song humorously praises the country’s many attributes, going so far as to state that one should “forget the Bahamas” because “Finland has it all.”
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Audience ResponseAlthough it won't be recognized as one of Monty Python’s most famous songs, "Finland" has an endearing charm and exhibits a dose of their signature absurd humor that appeals to fans.
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Singing VoiceMichael Palin takes on the singing voice in this track and perfectly merges his comedic timing with a melodic framework.
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Song PresentationIt's presented as a humorous tourism advertisement, extolling the many virtues of Finland, such as “shiny happy people holding hands”, and “ponies trotting side by side.”
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Finnish ReactionDespite its absurdity and humorous approach, no significant negative reactions from Finnish people have been documented, pointing to the song's universal acceptability, even in its humor.
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Live PerformanceMonty Python performed "Finland" in their live shows, and it was featured in “Live at the Hollywood Bowl,” where Palin performed it wearing a Viking helmet.
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Song OwnershipThe rights of the song "Finland" are currently owned by Virgin Records, which published the album in 1980.
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