Puff (The Magic Dragon)
Bing Crosby · Other Songs - Bing Crosby
And froliked in the autumn mist
In a land called Honah Lee
Little Jackie Paper loved that rascal Puff
And brought him strings and sealing wax
And other fancy stuff oh
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And froliked in the autumn mist
In a and called Honah Lee
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autume mist
In a land called Honah Lee
Together they would travel
On a boat with billowed sail
Jackie kept a look out perched on Puff's gigantic tail
Noble kings and princess would bow when e'er they came
Pirate ships would low'r their flag
When puff roared out his name Oh!
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist
In a land called Honah Lee
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And froliked in the autume mist
In a land called Honah Lee
A dragon lives forever but not so little boys
Painted wings and giant rings
Make way for other toys
One gray night it happened Jackie Paper came no more
And Puff that might dragon
He ceased his fearless roar
His head was bent in sorrow
Green scales fell like rain
Puff no longer went to play along the cherry lane
Without his life long friend Puff could not be brave
So Puff that mighty dragon,
Sadly slipped into his cave oh!
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist
In a land called Honah Lee
Puff the magic dragon lived by the sea
And frolicked in the autumn mist
In a land called Honah Lee
Puff (The Magic Dragon)
Bing Crosby's 1955 recording of 'Puff (The Magic Dragon)' stands as a defining example of his late-career folk-pop style, blending his signature warm vocal delivery with the whimsical storytelling of Leonard Lerner's poem. Released during Crosby's transition from traditional pop to a more acoustic, narrative-driven sound, the track captures the innocence and wonder of childhood imagination. The song's enduring popularity stems from its simple yet evocative melody and Crosby's gentle, unpretentious performance, which has made it a staple in holiday collections and children's music anthologies. Its inclusion in various compilations highlights its status as a cultural touchstone that bridges generations, celebrating the magic of a dragon's tale through the lens of a beloved American icon.