The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins facts for kids
The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins is a fun song about the famous character Bilbo Baggins from J. R. R. Tolkien's book The Hobbit. This song was written by Charles Randolph Grean and sung by Leonard Nimoy. It tells the story of Bilbo's exciting adventures.
The song was part of Leonard Nimoy's second music album, called Two Sides of Leonard Nimoy, which was released by Dot Records. It also came out as a single song (Dot Records Cat. #45-17028) in July 1967.
About the Song
This song helps listeners imagine the world of Middle-earth and Bilbo's journey. It became well-known because of Leonard Nimoy, who was already famous for playing Spock in Star Trek.
Who is Bilbo Baggins?
Bilbo Baggins is the main character in The Hobbit. He is a small, peace-loving hobbit who enjoys a quiet life. However, his life changes when the wizard Gandalf and a group of dwarves arrive at his home. They invite him on a grand adventure to reclaim treasure from a dragon named Smaug.
Who is Leonard Nimoy?
Leonard Nimoy was an American actor, director, poet, and singer. He is best known for his role as Spock in the Star Trek TV series and movies. Besides acting, he also released several music albums, including the one that featured "The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins."
See also
- In Spanish: The Ballad of Bilbo Baggins para niños
