Mr. Moody's Garden

Gilbert O'Sullivan · Other Songs - Gilbert O'Sullivan

Every day's a holiday in Mr. Moody's Garden

Where little girls say pardon and how do

You do my name is Nosey

And this is me sister really (really)

Good she is at saying "to you too"



Now just across the lawn is Pat

Sitting on his favorite hat

waiting for the barber to arrive

and if he doesn't come today

Pat will shout (hip-hip-hooray)

ain't it grand to be alive



When every day's a holiday in Mr. Moody's Garden

Where little girls say pardon and how do

You do my name is Nosey

And this is me sister really (really)

Good she is at saying "to you too"



Now lying on the garden fence

is a man (at great expense)

history tells us will outgrow his youth

but only until such a time

he finds out why he's been lying

and then of course he'll tell the truth



Cos every day's a holiday in Mr. Moody's Garden

Where little girls say pardon and how do - ya do



Now down among the partridge trees

lives a man who loves his knees

so much so he's framed them in a jar

and if by chance one should escape

and to put on must in it's place

with half a pound of shredded tar



Cos every day's a holiday in Mr. Moody's Garden

Where little girls say pardon

and Bill and Ben found stardom

while playing John Wesley Harden

who looked just like Billy Cardon's

answer to choo-choo

Mr. Moody's Garden

Gilbert O'Sullivan's 'Mr. Moody's Garden' stands as a quintessential example of his melodic pop sensibility, characterized by its lush harmonies and introspective lyrics. Released during the height of his career, the track exemplifies the British Invasion style that defined the early 1960s, blending folk influences with polished pop production. The song reflects O'Sullivan's ability to craft intimate narratives about personal emotion and social observation, a hallmark of his discography. While often associated with his most famous hits, 'Mr. Moody's Garden' demonstrates his versatility as a songwriter and performer, capturing the romantic and slightly melancholic mood that became his signature. It remains a cherished piece of music history, illustrating the enduring appeal of his work from that era.