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Four Songs About Cartoon Characters to Make You Smile
Alley Oop:
This song is a chuckle. Check for the pronunciation of ‘dinosaur’, as it is rather unique. Dick Clark is especially amused by it. The song was inspired by the V. T. Hamlin-created comic strip of the same name. The Hollywood Argyles were quite a sensation at the time.
Josie and the Pussycats :
This song is so fun. I loved the cartoon as a kid if I am honest. I am happy to see it covered by recent musical talent.
Snoopy vs. The Red Baron :
I am just a huge Snoopy fan. When I stumbled upon this song, I smiled. Despite the fact it is about a cartoon character, there are some actual historical facts in the lyrics. The Red Baron did in fact shoot down eighty Allied planes. The lyrical…