Over The Rainbow
Eddie Fisher · Other Songs - Eddie Fisher
There's a land that I've heard of once in a lullaby.
Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue
And the dreams that you dare to dream,
Really do come true.
Someday I'll wish upon a star
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me.
Where troubles melt like lemon drops,
High above the chimney tops,
That's where you'll find me.
Somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
Birds fly over the rainbow
Why then, oh why can't I?
If happy little bluebirds fly beyond the rainbow
Why, oh why can't I?
Somewhere over the rainbow, way up high
There's a land that I've heard of once in a lullaby.
Somewhere over the rainbow, skies are blue
And the dreams that you dare to dream,
Really do come true.
Someday I'll wish upon a star
And wake up where the clouds are far behind me.
Where troubles melt like lemon drops,
High above the chimney tops,
That's where you'll find me.
Somewhere over the rainbow, blue birds fly
Birds fly over the rainbow
Why then, oh why can't I?
If happy little bluebirds fly beyond the rainbow
Why, oh why can't I?
Over The Rainbow - Eddie Fisher
Eddie Fisher's 1959 recording of 'Over The Rainbow' stands as a definitive interpretation of the classic standard, blending his distinctive tenor with the song's nostalgic melody. Released during the height of his career, the track exemplifies the polished pop and vocal jazz styles that characterized his discography. Fisher's performance captures the song's themes of longing and the search for a better world, delivering a warm, emotive delivery that resonated with audiences across the United States. The recording remains a staple in collections of mid-century vocal jazz and pop, showcasing Fisher's ability to bring depth and sincerity to beloved Broadway material. His version is often cited alongside other notable renditions of the song, cementing his place in the history of popular music from the late 1950s.