High Hopes
Bing Crosby · Other Songs - Bing Crosby
There a lot to be learned, so look around
Just what makes that little old ant
Think he'll move that rubber tree plant
Anyone knows an ant, can't
Move a rubber tree plant
But he's got high hopes, he's got high hopes
He's got high apple pie, in the sky hopes
So any time your gettin' low
'stead of lettin' go
Just remember that ant
Oops there goes another rubber tree plant
When troubles call, and your back's to the wall
There a lot to be learned, that wall could fall
Once there was a silly old ram
Thought he'd punch a hole in a dam
No one could make that ram, scram
He kept buttin' that dam
'Cause he had high hopes, he had high hopes
He had high apple pie, in the sky hopes
So any time your feelin' bad
'stead of feelin' sad
Just remember that ram
Oops there goes a billion kilowatt dam
All problems just a toy balloon
They'll be bursted soon
They're just bound to go pop
Oops there goes another problem kerplop
High Hopes - Bing Crosby
Bing Crosby's 'High Hopes' stands as a quintessential example of his signature vocal style, blending a warm, baritone delivery with the acoustic guitar-driven sound that defined the Golden Age of American radio. Recorded during the mid-20th century, the track exemplifies the intimate, storytelling approach Crosby brought to popular music, often performed in a solo setting that highlighted his natural charm and technical precision. As part of his extensive discography, the song reflects the era's preference for straightforward, melodic pop and standards that prioritized emotional resonance over complex arrangements. Its enduring appeal lies in Crosby's ability to convey optimism and nostalgia, making it a staple in collections of his best-known recordings that showcase his mastery of the microphone and his connection with audiences.