The Ugly Bug Ball
Michael Feinstein · Other Songs - Michael Feinstein
Once a lonely caterpillar sat and cried
To a sympathetic beetle by his side
"I've got nobody to hug
I'm such an ugly bug"
Then a spider and a dragon fly replied
"If you're serious and want to win a bride
Come along with us to the glorious
Annual Ugly Bug Ball"
Come on let's crawl
To the Ugly Bug Ball
And a happy time we'll have there
One and all at the Ugly Bug Ball
While the crickets clicked their tricky melodies
All the ants were fancy dancing with the fleas
Then up from under the ground
The worms came squirming around
Oh they danced until there legs were nearly lame
Every little crawling creature you could name
Everyone was glad what a time they had
They were so happy they came
Come on let's crawl, gotta crawl, gotta crawl
To the Ugly Bug Ball, to the ball, to the ball
And a happy time we'll have there
One and all at the Ugly Bug Ball
Then our caterpillar saw a pretty queen
She was beautiful in yellow, black and green
He said, "Would you care to dance?"
Their dancing led to romance
Then she sat upon his caterpillar knees
And he gave his caterpillar queen a squeeze
Soon they'll honeymoon build a big cocoon
Thanks to the Ugly Bug Ball
Come on let's crawl, gotta crawl, gotta crawl
To the Ugly Bug Ball, to the ball, to the ball
And a happy time we'll have there
One and all at the Ugly Bug Ball
Gotta crawl, gotta crawl
To the ball, to the ball
And a happy time we'll have there
One and all at the Annual Ugly Bug Ball
To a sympathetic beetle by his side
"I've got nobody to hug
I'm such an ugly bug"
Then a spider and a dragon fly replied
"If you're serious and want to win a bride
Come along with us to the glorious
Annual Ugly Bug Ball"
Come on let's crawl
To the Ugly Bug Ball
And a happy time we'll have there
One and all at the Ugly Bug Ball
While the crickets clicked their tricky melodies
All the ants were fancy dancing with the fleas
Then up from under the ground
The worms came squirming around
Oh they danced until there legs were nearly lame
Every little crawling creature you could name
Everyone was glad what a time they had
They were so happy they came
Come on let's crawl, gotta crawl, gotta crawl
To the Ugly Bug Ball, to the ball, to the ball
And a happy time we'll have there
One and all at the Ugly Bug Ball
Then our caterpillar saw a pretty queen
She was beautiful in yellow, black and green
He said, "Would you care to dance?"
Their dancing led to romance
Then she sat upon his caterpillar knees
And he gave his caterpillar queen a squeeze
Soon they'll honeymoon build a big cocoon
Thanks to the Ugly Bug Ball
Come on let's crawl, gotta crawl, gotta crawl
To the Ugly Bug Ball, to the ball, to the ball
And a happy time we'll have there
One and all at the Ugly Bug Ball
Gotta crawl, gotta crawl
To the ball, to the ball
And a happy time we'll have there
One and all at the Annual Ugly Bug Ball
The Ugly Bug Ball
Michael Feinstein delivers a masterful interpretation of 'The Ugly Bug Ball,' a classic song that celebrates the chaotic joy of summer. Feinstein, renowned for his authentic renditions of Great American Songbook standards, captures the song's whimsical spirit with his signature vocal style. This recording exemplifies his dedication to preserving the integrity of traditional pop while infusing it with his own unique warmth and rhythmic precision. The track stands as a testament to Feinstein's ability to breathe new life into beloved melodies, showcasing his deep respect for the era's musical heritage and his skill in translating the original composition's energy for modern audiences.