Carl Posted July 2, 2007 Report Share Posted July 2, 2007 (edited) Pop on over to our Paul Williams interview to find out how "Rainbow Connection" played a key role in the character development of Kermit The Frog. I'm a big Muppets fan from way back, so it was fascinating for me to hear about working with Jim Henson and just how much thought went into the songs. One thing I really like about this interview is that Paul didn't just say how great it was working with Henson, but he explained why. Paul is pretty much Muppet royalty, as he also appeared on the show in the first season. Paul is interesting on many levels, and he did a great job explaining how he achieved ubiquity in the '70s as a singer, songwriter and actor. The lesson in "authenticity" is a great takeaway, especially coming from someone who has done it within the constraints of pop culture. Some of Paul's accomplishments include writing the Love Boat theme song lyrics, acting in several movies, coming up with songs for Barbra Streisand, Three Dog Night and The Carpenteres, and developing the stage production of Happy Days. Here is the link to his songs: http://www.songfacts.com/search_fact.php?addsearch=1&writtenby=More+songs+written+by+Paul+Williams Edited July 24, 2007 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skybluesky Posted July 2, 2007 Report Share Posted July 2, 2007 He wrote the Love Boat and The Rainbow Connection? That dude kicks ass! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edna Posted July 2, 2007 Report Share Posted July 2, 2007 He only mentions "The Phantom of the Paradise" once... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skybluesky Posted July 2, 2007 Report Share Posted July 2, 2007 Carl, you really must see Emmit Otter if you can. I love it so much. If you are a Muppet fan, you MUST watch Emmit Otter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daslied Posted July 2, 2007 Report Share Posted July 2, 2007 Props to the Jug Band. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Posted July 2, 2007 Report Share Posted July 2, 2007 Just an ol' fashioned love song ... Good stuff , Carl ! Say, can he pitch ?! ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miamisammy29 Posted July 2, 2007 Report Share Posted July 2, 2007 Little Enos Burdette was cooler than Big Enos Burdette. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carl Posted July 3, 2007 Author Report Share Posted July 3, 2007 I order Emmet Otter, although I might have to wait 'til Christmas to watch it. And yes Kevin, Paul Williams does have something in common with my fantasy team - he can't pitch either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skybluesky Posted July 3, 2007 Report Share Posted July 3, 2007 Mwahahaha. The mighty team of Das and rg got to Carl. Just be prepared to cry buckets during "When the River Meets the Sea." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Posted July 6, 2007 Report Share Posted July 6, 2007 ^ Nut-case ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elvish Posted July 6, 2007 Report Share Posted July 6, 2007 Musical interlude, anyone? Head full of good thoughts Belly full of grub Money in your pocket When there ain't no hole in the washtub Your nails won't break and your toes won't stub You never get a fever When there ain't no hole in the washtub If you look to the good side Fallin' down's a free ride Slippin' and a-slidin' in the mud If your back is hurtin' I can say for certain I'll be there to treat you to a soothin' back rub When there ain't no hole in the washtub Lunch with the uppercrust Dinner at the club High on the hog When there ain't no hole in the washtub Watermelon gardens, berries on a shrub Cookies in the kitchen When there ain't no hole in the washtub I'll be there to treat you to a soothin' back rub! When there ain't no hole in the washtub If you look to the good side Fallin' down's a free ride Slippin' and a-slidin' in the mud So it twists and contorts you The barrel supports you You can feed and clothe yourself With a rub-a-dub-dub! When there ain't no hole in the washtub Ain't no hole in the washtub Ain't no hole in the washtub Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skybluesky Posted July 6, 2007 Report Share Posted July 6, 2007 Elvy, you have delighted my heart! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elvish Posted December 13, 2007 Report Share Posted December 13, 2007 Bumping this for Christmas, and Emmett Otter outtakes http://youtube.com/watch?v=Z8dzWJtME3Q Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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