Emerald City
Judith Durham, The Seekers
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Take me to the Emerald City Down yellow brick roads fast I run Scarecrow friends will dance beside me Tin toy brothers bright as sun Take me to the Emerald City Wizards will give us lemonade It's a land of pleasures pretty Ruby roses never fade Children gather fragile flowers Stars will sing a lullaby You're an angel fly forever Living life behind the sky Take me to the Emerald City Wizards will give us lemonade It's a land of pleasures pretty Ruby roses never fade Rain it falls like tinsel teardrops Rivers flow through jungles tall Witches watch through magic mirrors Frost and fog covers crystal balls Take me to the Emerald City Wizards will give us lemonade It's a land of pleasures pretty Ruby roses never fade It's a land of pleasures pretty Ruby roses never fade
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12 facts about this song
Song Composition"Emerald City" is a song by The Seekers, an Australian folk-influenced pop quartet.
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Release DateThe song was released in the year 1967.
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Album Association"Emerald City" was included in the album "Seekers Seen in Green."
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Lyricist & Composer"Emerald City" is penned and composed by Tom Springfield, the brother of famous singer Dusty Springfield.
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Musical StyleThe song, like many other compositions by The Seekers, is heavily influenced by folk music. This particular track also incorporates pop elements.
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Subject MatterThe Emerald City in the song is believed to be a metaphorical representation, potentially referencing to the city in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
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Chart PerformanceDespite the popularity of The Seekers, "Emerald City" was not one of their notable charting singles.
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Iconic LineupThe track features the classic lineup of The Seekers, which includes Judith Durham, Athol Guy, Keith Potger, and Bruce Woodley.
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B-Side"Music of the World a Turnin'" was the B-side of the "Emerald City" single.
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Video AppearanceVideo footage of The Seekers singing "Emerald City" exists that was filmed in 1967, putting a visual aspect to the popular track.
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Critical AcclaimWhile "Emerald City" may not be the most recognized song by The Seekers, it continues to be praised for its lyrical depth and the band's harmonious performance.
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Band RecognitionThe band The Seekers are significant in the music world as they were the first Australian group to achieve major chart and sales success in the United Kingdom and the United States. "Emerald City," while not their biggest hit, contributed to their overall success.
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