Dive into the hilarious and clever world of Allan Sherman with his iconic album "My Son the Celebrity Folk Singer." Originally released in 1962 and reissued in 2019, this comedy gem showcases Sherman's unique talent for parody and wit. With 21 tracks spanning over an hour, the album is a delightful journey through Sherman's devilishly clever lyrics and catchy tunes.
Sherman, an American musician, comedian, and television producer, gained instant fame in the early 1960s with this album. His parodies of popular folk songs and children's tunes are both nostalgic and fresh, offering a unique blend of humor and musicality. From the playful "Glory Glory Harry Lewis (Ballad of Harry Lewis)" to the whimsical "My Zelda (Matilda)" and the catchy "Sarah Jackman (Frere Jacques)," each track is a testament to Sherman's comedic genius.
The album also includes a variety of parodies that pay homage to classic songs and cultural references, such as "George M Cohan Hits" and "Harvey and Sheila (Hava Nagila)." Sherman's ability to weave humor into well-known melodies makes this album a timeless classic that continues to entertain audiences decades after its initial release.
Whether you're a long-time fan of Allan Sherman or new to his work, "My Son the Celebrity Folk Singer" is a must-listen. It's a perfect blend of comedy and music that will leave you laughing and humming along long after the last track ends.
Tracks
Glory Glory Harry Lewis (Ballad of Harry Lewis)Allan Sherman
Shake Hands With Your Uncle Max, My BoyAllan Sherman
Sir Greenbaum's Madrigal (In Sherwood Forest There Dwelt a Knight)Allan Sherman
My Zelda (Matilda)Allan Sherman
Streets of Miami (Streets of Laredo)Allan Sherman
Sarah Jackman (Frere Jacques)Allan Sherman
Gotta Jump Down Spin Around, Pick a Dress O' CottonAllan Sherman
Seltzer Boy (Water Boy)Allan Sherman
Oh Boy (Mexican Hand Clapping Song)Allan Sherman
Shticks and Stones, Gimme Jack Cohn, Levittown,david Susskind, Mount Sinai Hospital, God Bless You Gerry Mendelbaum, the Painters Go Marching In, Yascha Got a Bottle, I Gave My Love a Chicken,catskill Ladies, Melvin Rose of Texas, Mammy's Little Baby LoveAllan Sherman
Al and Yetta (Alouette)Allan Sherman
George M Cohan Hits, Barry Is the Baby's Name (Give My Regards to Broadway) [Harrigan] [Mary]Allan Sherman
Mexican Hat Dance (Jarabe Tapatío)Allan Sherman
Tit Willow, the Bronx Bird WatcherAllan Sherman
Let's All Call Up AT&t and Protest to the President MarchAllan Sherman
Harvey and Sheila (Hava Nagila)Allan Sherman
Won't You Come Home Disraeli (Bill Bailey Won't You Please Come Home)Allan Sherman
No One's Perfect (No Ones Perfect)Allan Sherman
When I Was a Lad I Went to YaleAllan Sherman
Me (Come Back to Sorrento)Allan Sherman
Shticks of One and Half a Dozen of the Other,molly Malone,old Lang's Sign,billy Sol,cary Grant,moon Is Bright Tonight on the Carwash,on Top of Old Smokey,aura Lee,my Grandfather's Clock,coming Through the Rye,polyunsaturated Fats,don't Buy the LiverwurstAllan Sherman
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