Sing

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About Sing

"Sing" is a 1971 song written by Joe Raposo for the children's television show Sesame Street as its signature song. In 1973, it gained popularity when performed by the Carpenters, who made it a #3 hit on the Billboard Hot 100. Raposo was one of the staff songwriters on Sesame Street, and the song became one of the most popular on the program, sung in English, Spanish, and sign language. In its initial appearance, it was sung by adult human cast members of the show (the most frequent lead singer was Bob McGrath) and Muppets, including Big Bird. Barbra Streisand's 1972 version of the song was released as a single, reaching number 28 on the Easy Listening chart and number 94 on the Billboard Hot 100. Many other versions of it have since been recorded by a variety of artists including Trini Lopez who recorded a Spanish language version in 1972 which appeared on his album, "Viva" (1972). 


Year:
1974
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Sing, sing, sing, sing everybody start to sing like dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah
Now you're singin' with a swing
Sing sing sing, sing, everybody start to sing like dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah
Now you're singin' with a swing.

When the music goes around,
Everybody's goes go to town.
But here is one thing you should know
Sing sing sing sing everybody start to sing like dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah
Now you're singin with a swing

Swing swing swing swing, listen to the trumpet swing
Blow blow blow blow, listen to the trombones go

When the music goes around,
Everybody's goes go to town.
But here is one thing you should know
Sing sing sing sing everybody start to sing like dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah
Everybody go!

Sing sing sing sing everybody start to sing like dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah
Now you're singin with a swing
Sing sing sing sing everybody start to sing like dee dee dee, bah bah bah dah
Now you're singin with a swing

Swing swing swing, everybody start to swing
Now your swingin while you sing
When the music goes around, everybody goes to town
Just relax and take is slow

SIng sing
Start singing, keep swinging
Now you're singing with a swing

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Sesame Street

Sesame Street is an American educational children's television series that combines live action, sketch comedy, animation and puppetry. It is produced by Sesame Workshop (formerly known as the Children's Television Workshop until June 2000) and was created by Joan Ganz Cooney and Lloyd Morrisett. The program is known for its images communicated through the use of Jim Henson's Muppets, and includes short films, with humor and cultural references. The series premiered on November 10, 1969, to positive reviews, some controversy, and high viewership; it has aired on the U.S.'s national public television provider PBS since its debut, with its first run moving to premium channel HBO on January 16, 2016.The format of Sesame Street consists of a combination of commer… more »

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Written by: LOUIS PRIMA

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12 facts about this song

Artist
"Sing" is a popular song by the Carpenters, an American vocal and instrumental duo consisting of siblings Karen and Richard Carpenter.
Creation
The song was written by Joe Raposo, a songwriter best known for his work on "Sesame Street."
Release Date
The Carpenters' version of "Sing" was released as a single in 1973.
Sesame Street
"Sing" was originally written for the children's television show "Sesame Street."
Commercial Success
"Sing" reached number three on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, proving to be a commercial success for the Carpenters.
Grammy Nomination
The song was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals in the 1974 ceremony.
Sesame Street's Significance
Before its commercial release, "Sing" made its debut as a part of the first season of Sesame Street episodes in 1971. It became one of the best-known songs from the show.
Linguistic Versatility
The song has been translated into multiple languages and was used in multiple Sesame Street episodes around the world.
Multiple Covers
The song has been covered by numerous artists across various genres, including Al Green, The Dixie Chicks, and Kristin Chenoweth.
Legacy
Despite its origins on a children's show, "Sing" had a crossover appeal and has since become a standard, loved by both kids and adults. This not only attests to Joe Raposo's skill as a songwriter but also the Carpenters' ability to make the song their own.
Lasting Impact
"Sing" continues to be ingrained in popular culture. In 1993, it was performed by Billy Crystal and Robin Williams as a part of "Comic Relief fundraising program."
Album Inclusion
The Carpenters included "Sing" in their album "Now & Then," released in May 1973.

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