Hi-Diddle-Dee-Dee (An Actor's Life for Me)
Walter Catlett
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01:40
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