Send in the Clowns
Judy Collins
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Isn't it rich? Are we a pair? Me here at last on the ground, You in mid-air, Where are the clowns? Isn't it bliss? Don't you approve? One who keeps tearing around, One who can't move, Where are the clowns? There ought to be clowns? Just when I'd stopped opening doors, Finally knowing the one that I wanted was yours Making my entrance again with my usual flair Sure of my lines No one is there Don't you love farce? My fault, I fear I thought that you'd want what I want Sorry, my dear! But where are the clowns Send in the clowns Don't bother, they're here Isn't it rich? Isn't it queer? Losing my timing this late in my career But where are the clowns? There ought to be clowns Well, maybe next year
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Written by: Stephen Sondheim
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"Send in the Clowns" was written by Stephen Sondheim for the 1973 musical "A Little Night Music."
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InspirationThe title of the song is derived from a phrase used by circus performers. When the circus act was not going well, clowns were sent to distract and entertain the audience.
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Frank Sinatra's VersionFrank Sinatra included his rendition of the song in his 1973 and 1993 albums, "Ol' Blue Eyes Is Back" and "Duets".
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Judy Collins' VersionJudy Collins' cover of the song in 1975 brought it mainstream popularity. It remained on the Billboard Hot 100 chart for 11 weeks.
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Grammy AwardJudy Collins' version of the song won the Grammy Award for Song of the Year in 1976.
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Different InterpretationsCritics have noted that the song has been interpreted differently by various artists, with Sinatra's rendition described as expressing regret and Collins' version characterized by more of a sense of disappointment.
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Recurring ThemeIn the musical "A Little Night Music", the song "Send in the Clowns" is performed twice, each time with a slightly different emotional resonance.
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Stephen Sondheim's ThoughtsSondheim has expressed some surprise at the song's popularity, considering that it was written for a specific character's situation in the musical.
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Pop Culture RecognitionThe song has been featured in many films and TV shows, including "The Simpsons" and "Grease 2."
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Numerous Cover Versions"Send in the Clowns" has been covered by multiple musicians of different genres, demonstrating its wide-ranging appeal and enduring popularity.
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