The Glass Bottom Boat
Doris Day · Other Songs - Doris Day
On the glass bottom boat
It's the greatest show that was ever afloat
Take a ride on the tide with the guide and see
The way out wonders of the deep blue sea
The deep blue sea, the deep blue sea
There's a lot to see, in the deep blue sea
The sailfish sail and the blowfish blow
Cockles & mussels alive-alive-o
The hermit crab, he lives alone
You can't even get him on the telephone
The halibut's eyes turn up and in
He don't know where he's going, but he knows where he's been
The deep blue sea, the deep blue sea
There's a lot to see in the deep blue sea
The glass bottom boat, you will agree
Can show you the magic of the deep blue sea
Spiney crabs and white fish too
Will all be there, what a hullabaloo
With so many fish upon the sea
There's hardly room for a fat sardine
The deep blue sea, the deap blue sea
There's a lot goin' on in the deep blue sea
Oh life on the glass bottom boat is great
(I'm the captain) You could use a mate
Now the turtle is slow, but not so dumb
He has his own condominium
A bluebird oyster was caught with "foyle"
He "swoyre" he didn't even know the "goyle"
The deep blue sea, the deep blue sea
There's a lot to see in the deep blue sea
The glass bottom boat, you will agree
Can show you the magic of the deep blue sea
The flyin' fish was an awful ham
Made a three-point landing in a fryin' pan
The porpoise has the most hutzpah
But the whales are ones with the built-in showers
Starfish, starfish, two-pence all
Abelone in the casserole
Winding, binding, joining up
Is growing, growing, growing up
Ahhh...
All aboard, all aboard
On the glass bottom boat
It's the greatest show that was ever afloat
Take a ride on the tide with the guide and see
The way out wonders of the deep blue sea
All aboard, all aboard
On the glass bottom boat
It's the greatest show that was ever afloat
Take a ride on the tide with the guide and see
The way out wonders of the deep blue sea
The Glass Bottom Boat
Doris Day's 1964 recording of 'The Glass Bottom Boat' stands as a definitive example of her signature vocal style, blending warmth with a playful, theatrical delivery. Originally a novelty song written by Paul Francis and Robert Wright, the track became an instant hit, showcasing Day's ability to transform a lighthearted comedy song into a memorable pop standard. Her performance captures the whimsical spirit of the mid-1960s, characterized by upbeat rhythms and optimistic themes. The song remains a staple of her discography, often associated with her television appearances and her status as a leading lady who successfully crossed over from film to music. It exemplifies the era's focus on cheerful, family-friendly entertainment while highlighting Day's enduring appeal as a vocalist known for her distinctive tone and engaging stage presence.