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Artist/Band: Danny Kaye
Lyrics for Song: Goodnight, Sleep Tight
Lyrics for Album: Five Pennies,The [2010]



Goodnight, time to call it a day


Sleep tight, dream your troubles away


Goodnight, in spite of any sorrow


There's a brand new day on it's way tomorrow


Someday, all your dreams will come true


Someway, for me and you


So close your eyes and dream of it my darling


Till then goodnight, goodnight, sleep tight





Won't you play the music so the cradle can rock


To a lullaby in ragtime


Sleepy hands are creeping to the end of the clock


Play a lullaby in ragtime


You can tell the sandman is on his way


By the way that they play


As still as the trill of a thrush


In a twilight hush


So you can hear


The rhythm of the river on the side of the boat


As you sail away to dreamland


High above the moon you hear a silvery note


As the sand man takes your hand


So rock-a-bye my baby


Don't you cry my baby


Sleepy time is nigh


Won't you rock me to a ragtime lullaby





Now comes the hard part, baby.


Do you suppose you can sing "Five Pennies" while


Pops and I sing something else?


Sure, I can sing as good as he can.


And who can't?





This little penny is to wish on


And make your wishes come true


This little penny is to dream on


Dream of all you can do


This little is a dancing penny


See how it glitters and it glows


Bright as a whistle


Light as a thistle


Quick, quick as a wink


Up on it's twinkling toes


This little penny is to laugh on


To see that tears never fall


This this little penny


Is the last little penny


Most important of all


For this penny is to love on


And where love is, heaven is there


So with just five pennies, if they're these five pennies


You'll be a millionaire


For this penny is to love on


And where love is, heaven is there


So with just five pennies, if they're these five pennies


You'll be a millionaire


About Goodnight, Sleep Tight

Danny Kaye's "Goodnight, Sleep Tight" stands as a quintessential example of his mastery over the lullaby genre, blending his signature comedic timing with genuine musical warmth. Recorded for the album *Five Pennies, The*, this track exemplifies the playful yet tender style that defined his career, particularly during his era of performing for children and families. Kaye's delivery transforms a simple bedtime rhyme into an engaging musical experience, showcasing his unique ability to merge humor with heartfelt sentiment. The recording captures the spirit of mid-20th-century American pop music, where Kaye often wove his distinctive vocal style into songs that served as both entertainment and comfort. This work remains a cherished part of his discography, illustrating his enduring appeal across generations through his characteristic charm and musical versatility.


Album Lyrics: Five Pennies,The [2010]


Danny Kaye
"Five Pennies,The [2010]"


1. After You've Gone
2. Bill Bailey, Won't You Please Come Home
3. Goodnight, Sleep Tight
4. Jingle Bells