The Sweet Way Shoofly Pie (Likely) Got Its Name. Anyone who’s traveled to Pennsylvania’s Amish country has likely come across an unusual baked good with an even more unusual nameContinue readingShoofly Pie
Mansion Over the Hilltop
“Mansion Over the Hilltop” is a Southern Gospel song written by Ira Stanphill, written in 1949. It was most notably performed by Elvis Presley on the album His Hand inContinue readingMansion Over the Hilltop
She Used to Be Mine
“She Used to Be Mine” is a song written by American singer-songwriter Sara Bareilles for Waitress, her musical stage adaptation of the 2007 film of the same name. It wasContinue readingShe Used to Be Mine
Comedy Tonight
Comedy Tonight is a classic song written by Stephen Sondheim for the musical “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum.” The song serves as an opening numberContinue readingComedy Tonight
Angelo
“Angelo” is a song by British pop group Brotherhood of Man. Released as a single in June 1977, it became the group’s second UK number one hit. Written by TonyContinue readingAngelo
You’re the Top
“You’re the Top” is a list song by Cole Porter, from the 1934 musical Anything Goes. It is about a man and a woman who take turns complimenting each other.Continue readingYou’re the Top
Maria
“Maria” is a song from the 1957 Broadway musical West Side Story, sung by the lead character Tony. The music was written by Leonard Bernstein and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim.Continue readingMaria
Climb Ev’ry Mountain
“Climb Ev’ry Mountain” is a show tune from the 1959 Rodgers and Hammerstein musical The Sound of Music. It is sung at the close of the first act by theContinue readingClimb Ev’ry Mountain
Crying in the Chapel
“Crying in the Chapel” is a song written by Artie Glenn and recorded by his son Darrell Glenn. The song was released in 1953 and reached number six on theContinue readingCrying in the Chapel
Rockin’ Robin
“Rockin’ Robin” (originally released as “Rock-In Robin” on the Class Records 45 single) is a song written by Leon René under the pseudonym Jimmie Thomas, and recorded by American singerContinue readingRockin’ Robin