George M. Cohan - Yankee Doodle Boy

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I'm the kid that's all the candy
I'm a Yankee Doodle Dandy
I'm glad I am
(So's Uncle Sam)
I'm a real live Yankee Doodle
Made my name and fame and boodle
Just like Mister Doodle did, by riding on a pony
I love to listen to the Dixey
{Dixie} strain
"I long to see the girl I left behind me"
And that ain't a josh
She's a Yankee, by gosh
(Oh, say can you see
Anything about a Yankee that's a phoney?)

I'm a Yankee Doodle Dandy
A Yankee Doodle, do or die
A real live nephew of my Uncle Sam
Born on the Fourth of July
I've got a Yankee Doodle sweetheart
She's my Yankee Doodle joy
Yankee Doodle came to London
Just to ride the ponies
I am the Yankee Doodle Boy

Father's name was Hezikiah
Mother's name was Ann Maria
Yanks through and through
(Red, white and blue)
Father was so Yankee hearted
When the Spanish War was started
He slipped upon his uniform and hopped up on a pony
My mother's mother was a Yankee true
My father's father was a Yankee too
And that's going some
For the Yankees, by gum
(Oh, say can you see
Anything about my pedigree that's phoney

I'm a Yankee Doodle Dandy
A Yankee Doodle, do or die
A real live nephew of my Uncle Sam
Born on the Fourth of July
I've got a Yankee Doodle sweetheart
She's my Yankee Doodle joy
Yankee Doodle came to London
Just to ride the ponies
I am the Yankee Doodle Boy

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George Michael Cohan was born on July 3, 1878, in Providence, Rhode Island. He was the son of Irish immigrant parents who were both vaudeville performers. From a young age, Cohan showed a natural talent for singing, dancing, and acting, and he quickly became a part of his family's act.

In 1904, Cohan wrote and starred in his first major musical, Little Johnny Jones, which was a huge success on Broadway. This marked the beginning of his career as a prolific playwright, composer, and performer. Cohan's shows were known for their catchy tunes, energetic dance numbers, and witty dialogue. He was one of the first American composers to focus on creating musicals that were distinctly American in style and content.

Throughout his career, Cohan wrote over 50 musicals, many of which became Broadway hits. Some of his most famous songs include "Give My Regards to Broadway," "Yankee Doodle Dandy," and "You're a Grand Old Flag." His shows often featured working-class characters and themes, and he was praised for his ability to capture the spirit of the American people in his work.

In 1942, Cohan's life story was immortalized in the musical film Yankee Doodle Dandy, starring James Cagney. The film was a huge success and brought Cohan's music to a whole new generation of fans. Tragically, Cohan passed away just a few months after the film premiered, on November 5, 1942.

George M. Cohan left a lasting legacy in American musical theater, and his contributions to the art form are still celebrated today. He was a true pioneer in the industry, and his music continues to be beloved by audiences around the world.