Hooray For Hollywood
Anita O'Day · Other Songs - Anita O'Day
That screwy ballyhooey Hollywood
Where any office boy or young mechanic can be a panic
With just a good looking pan
And any barmaid can be a star maid
If she dances with or without a fan
Hooray for Hollywood,
Where you're terrific if you're even good
Where anyone at all from Shirley Temple to Aimee Semple
Is equally understood
Go out and try your luck, you might be Donald Duck
Hooray for Hollywood
Hooray for Hollywood
That phoney super-Coney Hollywood
They come from Chillicothes and Paducas with their bazookas
To get their names up in lights
All armed with photos from local rotos
With their hair in ribbon and legs in tights
Hooray for Hollywood
You may be homely in your neighbourhood
But if you think that you can be an actor, see Mr. Factor
He'll make a monkey look good
Within a half an hour you'll look like Tyrone Power
Hooray for Hollywood
Hooray for Hollywood
Hooray For Hollywood
Anita O'Day's 1942 recording of 'Hooray For Hollywood' stands as a quintessential example of the swing era's vibrant vocal style. As a leading figure in the swing revival, O'Day delivered this upbeat number with a bright, clear tone that perfectly complemented the lively rhythm section. The song captures the optimism and glamour associated with the golden age of cinema, reflecting the cultural zeitgeist of the early 1940s. Its catchy melody and spirited delivery made it a staple in dance halls and radio broadcasts, cementing O'Day's reputation as one of the most popular and versatile vocalists of her time. The track remains a cherished piece of American musical history, showcasing the infectious energy that defined the swing genre.