This is “Learn to Croon,” words by Sam Coslow and music by Arthur Johnston from 1933. This is my neo-vintage version. I fell in love with this song via the “Our Gang Follies of 1938,″ which, if you haven’t seen it, you should. It’s amazing! Alfalfa sings this song in the end of the feature, after giving up the call of the opera stage and stardom and learning that simple singing is the best. Here are the lyrics:
In days of old when knights were bold, fair ladies were enraptured by stirring deeds of chivalry and daring. But now-a-days in other ways, sweet maids are won and captured. You’ll hear the best authorities declaring:
Learn to croon, if you want to win your heart’s desire; sweet melodies of love inspire romance. Just murmur “boo boo boo boo boo,” and when you do, she’ll answer “boo boo boo boo boo” and nestle closer to you. Learn to croon, you’ll eliminate each rival soon. If you’re heading for a sunny honeymoon, learn to croon!
Learn to croon, if you want to win your heart’s desire; sweet melodies of love inspire romance. Just whisper “You’re so marvelous,” and when you do, she’ll whisper “You’re so wonderful,” and nestle closer to you. Learn to croon, you’ll eliminate each rival soon. If you’re heading for a sunny honeymoon, learn to croon!
