Goodbye Blinky Bill
John Williamson
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Goodbye Bunyip Bluegum, goodbye Blinky Bill And beautiful little Nutsie, I can't believe it Our koalas are all dying, can it really be A national disaster, a world catastrophe Shiny little black nose and fluffy little ears Furry little bundle soaking up the tears Snuggle pot and Cuddle pie are crying in the rain And wombat's gone into his hole and won't come out Oh pass the hat around between your friends There's no time to contemplate Maybe if we show some love Maybe it's not too late 'Cause Blinky Bill is dying, cross him off the list Knock on doors, ring the bell, save the eucalyptus I don't think I could stand the shame, knowing that I could Have saved the world from losing something beautiful and good One doctor on the job is hardly enough One little hospital, wake up Australia It's our corner of the world, time to pull our weight What would we tell our children about our little mate
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Written by: John Robert Williamson
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11 facts about this song
Artist Recognition"Goodbye Blinky Bill" is sung by John Williamson, who is a well-known Australian country music singer-songwriter. He has received multiple awards during his career, which has spanned for more than four decades.
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Original ThemeThe song is the original theme from the animated television series "The Adventures of Blinky Bill."
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Famous CharacterThe song's title, "Goodbye Blinky Bill," refers to an iconic anthropomorphic koala in Australian children's literature, first introduced in the 1930s.
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StorytellingSimilar to many of John Williamson's songs, "Goodbye Blinky Bill" tells a story, this time it encapsulates the tale of Blinky Bill.
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Environmental MessageJohn Williamson often uses his songs to communicate a deep respect and love for Australia's wildlife and landscapes, and "Goodbye Blinky Bill" is no exception.
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Connection to Australian HeritageThe song has a deep connection to Australian cultural heritage, as Blinky Bill is a highly recognized figure in Australia and the song captures key elements of Australian identity.
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Unique Melody"Goodbye Blinky Bill" is unique due to its combination of traditional Australian music tones with personal storytelling.
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AudienceThough it's an old song, "Goodbye Blinky Bill" is still enjoyed by children and adults as it not only entertains but also evokes nostalgia among the Australian population.
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PopularityAs the theme song for a popular cartoon series, "Goodbye Blinky Bill" gained wide recognition and is often associated with childhood memories for many Australians.
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Blinky's CreatorThe character of Blinky Bill was created by New Zealand-born author Dorothy Wall, who wrote and illustrated several Blinky Bill books. Williamson's song was a tribute to this adored fictional koala.
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Connection to John Williamson’s other worksLike many of his other songs, "Goodbye Blinky Bill" reflects John Williamson's long-standing commitment to the values of Australiana, in both literature and music.
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