The Merry Goes 'Round facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Merry Goes 'Round |
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| Released | September 27, 2011 | |||
| Recorded | Fall 2010-Spring 2011 | |||
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| Length | 61:01 | |||
| Label | Fisher-Price | |||
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The Merry Goes 'Round is the tenth studio album by the American singer Jewel. It was released on September 27, 2011, by Fisher-Price. This album is a follow-up to Lullaby, which was Jewel's first album made for children.
Jewel shared that the songs on The Merry Goes 'Round are meant for both children and adults. The album came out shortly after Jewel had her first child, Kase Townes Murray. Becoming a mother inspired her deeply. Jewel said that nothing in life compares to the pure beauty of a child.
The album features many different kinds of songs. You can find "back porch singalongs," jazz-style tunes, and classic folk songs.
Contents
About the Album
The Merry Goes 'Round is a special album because it was created with families in mind. Jewel wanted to make music that parents and kids could enjoy together. The songs are designed to be fun and easy to sing along to.
Why Jewel Made This Album
Jewel was inspired to create this music after becoming a mom. She wanted to share the joy and wonder she felt with her new baby. The album reflects her feelings about family and childhood. It's a way for her to connect with young listeners and their parents.
Songs on the Album
The album has 16 songs. Most of them were written by Jewel and Patrick Davis. Some songs are classic tunes that many people know.
Original Songs
Many songs on the album are new and written by Jewel. These include:
- "Sammy the Spider"
- "Supermarket Song"
- "Just Like Penguins Do"
- "Bucky the Bull"
- "Sara Swan Sleepy Head"
- "Play Day"
- "Only Shadows"
- "Give Me the Rainbow"
- "Snooze Button Blues"
- "Happy"
- "In My Room"
- "Count on Me"
Classic Songs
The album also features some well-known traditional songs. These are:
- "She'll Be Coming 'Round the Mountain"
- "Oh! Susanna" by Stephen Foster
- "My Favorite Things" by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein II
- "And the Green Grass Grows All Around" by William Jerome and Harry Von Tilzer
Who Worked on the Album
Jewel herself provided the main vocals for all the songs. She also played the guitar on the album.
