About the song
*Imagine you’re listening to the radio on a sunny afternoon. A cheerful, upbeat tune starts playing, and a familiar voice starts singing about a tall and handsome guy. If you’re a fan of classic Disney movies and pop music from the 1960s, you’ve probably guessed the song I’m talking about: “Tall Paul” by Annette Funicello.
Released in 1960, “Tall Paul” was one of the many hit songs by the iconic Disney Mouseketeer. The song, written by the Sherman Brothers and Bob Roberts, tells a simple yet heartwarming story about a young girl’s admiration for a tall and charming boy. With its catchy melody and Funicello’s sweet and innocent vocals, “Tall Paul” quickly became a favorite among teenagers of the era.
The song’s lyrics are filled with youthful exuberance and playful rhymes. Funicello’s voice, with its youthful charm, perfectly captures the excitement and innocence of young love. The song’s upbeat tempo and simple chord progressions make it easy to sing along to, and its nostalgic sound has made it a beloved classic for generations of listeners.
Beyond its catchy tune and relatable lyrics, “Tall Paul” holds a special place in the hearts of many fans for its connection to Disney and the Mouseketeers. Funicello, along with her fellow Mouseketeers, helped to shape the childhoods of millions of children around the world. “Tall Paul” is a reminder of a simpler time, when life was full of wonder and imagination.
If you’re looking for a feel-good song to brighten your day, I highly recommend giving “Tall Paul” a listen. It’s a timeless classic that will transport you back to a happier time. And if you’re a fan of Annette Funicello and the Sherman Brothers, you’ll definitely appreciate this nostalgic gem.*
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Lyrics
Chalk on the sidewalk
Writin’ on the wall
Everybody knows it
I love Paul
Tall Paul, tall Paul
Tall Paul, he’s-a my all
Chalk on the sidewalk (chalk on the sidewalk)
‘Nitials on a tree (‘nitials on a tree)
Everybody knows it (everybody knows it)
Paul loves me
with the king-size arms
(Tall Paul) with the king-size charms
(Tall Paul) with the king-size kiss
(He’s my all) he’s my all
He’s my mountain
He’s my tree
We go steady
Paul and me
Tall Paul (with the great big smile)
Tall Paul (with the great big eyes)
Tall Paul, (with the great big kiss)
He’s my all
Tall Paul, tall Paul
Tall Paul, he’s my all