Bein' Green facts for kids
Quick facts for kids "Bein' Green" |
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Kermit the Frog singing "Bein' Green" in episode 219 of The Muppet Show
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| Song by Kermit the Frog (Jim Henson) | |
| Published | 1970 |
| Songwriter(s) | Joe Raposo |
"Bein' Green" (also known as "It's Not Easy Bein' Green") is a very famous song. It was written by Joe Raposo and first sung by Jim Henson as Kermit the Frog. You might have heard it on Sesame Street or The Muppet Show. Many other artists, like Ray Charles and Frank Sinatra, have also sung it.
In the Muppets version, Kermit starts by feeling a bit sad about being green. He thinks green "blends in with so many ordinary things." He even wishes he could be a different color! But by the end of the song, Kermit remembers all the cool things that are green, like trees and grass. He realizes that being green is actually pretty special, and he learns to be happy with himself just the way he is. The song teaches us to accept and love who we are.
Who Else Sang "Bein' Green"?
This song has been sung by many different artists over the years. Here are some of the most well-known versions:
- Jim Henson as Kermit the Frog: He sang it in many Muppet shows and albums from 1970 until he passed away in 1990.
- Steve Whitmire as Kermit the Frog: After Jim Henson, Steve Whitmire continued to perform the song as Kermit for many years.
- Frank Sinatra: This famous singer included the song on his 1971 album Sinatra & Company. His version was even used in a cartoon on Sesame Street.
- Ray Charles: The legendary musician Ray Charles sang "Bein' Green" on his 1975 album Renaissance. His version became very popular, especially after it was featured on The Cosby Show. Ray Charles even sang it as a duet with Kermit on Sesame Street!
- Oscar the Grouch (Caroll Spinney): Even Oscar the Grouch from Sesame Street sang his own grumpy version of the song in 2005.
- Cee Lo Green and Kermit: In 2012, singer Cee Lo Green performed the song with Kermit on the TV show The Voice.
- Matt Vogel as Kermit the Frog and Elvis Costello: They sang it together for Sesame Street's 50th Anniversary Celebration in 2019.
A Special Tribute to Jim Henson
"Bein' Green" is a very meaningful song for Muppet fans. When Jim Henson, the creator of the Muppets and the original voice of Kermit, passed away in 1990, the song was sung at his memorial services. Big Bird, performed by Caroll Spinney, sang "Bein' Green" as a way to remember Jim Henson and the wonderful characters he brought to life.
