Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead
Harry Connick Jr. · Other Songs - Harry Connick Jr.
In the lovely land of Oz
And a wickeder, wickeder
Wickeder witch there never, ever was
She filled the folks in Munchkin Land
With terror and with dread
Till one fine day from Kansas
A house fell on her head
And the coroner pronounced her, dead
And through the town
The joyous news went runnin'
The joyous news that the wicked old witch
Was finally done in
Ding-dong! The witch is dead
Which old witch?
The wicked witch
Ding-dong! The wicked witch is dead
Wake up you sleepy head
Rub your eyes
Get out of that bed
Wake up! The wicked witch is dead
She's gone where the goblins go
Below, below, below yo-ho
Let's open up and sing
And ring those bells out
Sing the news out
Ding-dong! The merry-o
Sing it high and sing it low
Let them know
The wicked old witch is dead
Why everyone's glad
She took such a crownin?
Gettin' hit by a house
Is even worse than drownin?
Let ?em know
The wicked old witch is dead
About Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead
Harry Connick Jr.'s "Ding Dong! The Witch Is Dead" stands as a vibrant showcase of his mastery over the traditional Christmas carol. Originally a staple of holiday traditions, Connick transforms the familiar melody into a sophisticated pop arrangement that highlights his vocal agility and rhythmic precision. The recording captures the playful spirit of the song while maintaining its festive charm, demonstrating his ability to blend classic repertoire with contemporary sensibilities. This track exemplifies his broader discography of holiday music, where he consistently reimagines well-known tunes with fresh energy and polished production. It remains a standout example of his contribution to modern Christmas music, appealing to both long-time fans of the genre and new listeners seeking a fresh take on holiday classics.