Hi-Diddle-Dee-Dee (An Actor's Life for Me) - Walter Catlett

Hi-Diddle-Dee-Dee (An Actor's Life for Me)

Walter Catlett

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Song Introduction

"Hi-Diddle-Dee-Dee (An Actor's Life for Me)" is a memorable song from the classic 1940 film **"The Great Dictator,"** directed by and starring Charlie Chaplin. Performed by Walter Catlett, the song humorously portrays the glamorous yet challenging life of an actor. Through its catchy tune and witty lyrics, it offers a satirical glimpse into the entertainment industry's facade, highlighting the disparity between appearance and reality. The song complements the film's overarching themes of satire and the critique of authoritarianism, making it a standout piece that resonates with audiences even decades after its release.

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Lyric

Come on to the theater!

Hi-diddle-dee-dee

An actor's life for me

A high silk hat and a silver cane

A watch of gold with a diamond chain

Hi-diddle-dee-day

An actor's life is gay

It's great to be a celebrity

An actor's life for me

Hi-diddle-dee-dum

An actor's life is fun

An actor's life for me

Hi-diddle-dee-dee

An actor's life for me

A wax mustache and a beaver coat

A pony cart and a billy goat

Hi-diddle-dee-dum

An actor's life is fun

You wear your hair in a pompadour

You ride around in a coach and four

You stop and buy out a candy store

An actor's life for me

Hi-diddle-dee-dee

An actor's life for me

A high silk hat and a silver cane

A watch of gold and a diamond chain

Hi-diddle-dee-day

An actor's life is gay

It's great to be a celebrity

An actor's life for me

- It's already the end -