Black Hills of Dakota from Calamity Jane (1953)

The town heads out to the Ft. Scully Annual Ball, with Calamity Jane (Doris Day) and Wild Bill (Howard Keel) seated prominently in the head carriage and Lt. Danny Gilmartin (Philip Carey) and Katie (Allyn Ann McLerie) behind them.
Wild Bill and Danny had previously drawn straws to see who would get to escort Katie; Wild Bill, as the loser, has now been forced to spend the evening with Calamity. Bitterly, in his typical cutting fashion, he critiques Calamity's attire (what he can see of it) and she puts him in his place with a slow explanation (like one would give to a child). Then, in a rare moment of agreement, they sing their pride and love for their homeland, accompanied by the rest of the cast.

(An aside: When I watch this video, I always want to poke Danny in the eye and wipe that smug, arrogant smile off his face!)
Lyrics:
[Wild Bill:]
Take me back to the black hills,
The black hills of Dakota.
To the beautiful Indian country that I love.
[Calamity:]
Lost my heart in the black hills,
The black hills of Dakota,
Where the pines are so high that they kiss the skies above.
[Calamity, Wild Bill, Katie, and Danny:]
And when I get that lonesome feeling,
And I'm miles away from home,
I hear the voice of the mystic mountains calling me back home.
[Calamity and Wild Bill:]
So take me back to the black hills,
The black hills of Dakota.
To the beautiful Indian country that I love.
[Chorus:]
Take me back to the black hills,
the black hills of Dakota.
To the beautiful Indian country that I love.
[Bill:]
Lost my heart in the black hills
[Calamity and Wild Bill:]
The black hills of Dakota,
Where the pines are so high, that they kiss the sky above.
And when I get that lonesome feeling,
And I'm miles away from home,
I hear the voice of the mystic mountains callin' me back home.
[All:]
So take me back to the black hills,
The black hills of Dakota.
To the beautiful Indian country that I love.
[Calamity and Wild Bill:]
To the beautiful Indian country that I love.
**Note: The content of this video belongs exclusively to Paramount Studios and all the people involved in its construction and distribution.

[@MsSophie26]

Calamity Jane One of the First ever Musicals that I watched when I was a kid. One of my favorite & Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. Great movies, they don't make them like that any more.

[@02887727356]

they couldnt

[@rytyi]

Oh my god my two favourite film too

[@forestbathing4443]

Never saw this one... so I’m loving the videos here ❤️but also LOVED 7 Brides for 7 Bros..that would have been in the late 1960 s. Loved all of these Musicals ...Would you know where I could I find the complete CalamityJane film ?

[@rachietheravenclaw8224]

They seem to remake films these days (which makes me feel old, pushing 40), most cases the originals are better then the remakes. Like The Lion King, the remake was good, but it didn't give off that feeling of humph, highly disappointed in it, the lion king was my childhood film, still is.

[@marynace6294]

Agree

[@roslynpittoni5475]

Howard Keel with such a rich voice with Doris Day harmonising then the chorus join in. Beautiful.

[@davidallen508]

Roslyn Pittoni ,They would have been great together in “South Pacific”.

[@christinevicker9017]

I fully agree

[@BullyBoxer]

He will never be beat.

[@louiserichardson3465]

I'm 20 now, and I cry every time I hear this because my grandma would always sing this to me as a lullaby ❤️

[@lennybuttz2162]

That's a lovely memory to have. You were very lucky, I never had anyone who sang to me when I was a child.

[@jasperhorace7147]

I’m 76! My grandfather was born in Lead City SD. Around the time of his birth, his father suffered a compound fracture of his leg in a rock fall in the Homestake Mine. Gangrene set in and my great grandfather died. My great grandmother never registered her new son but packed up the whole family and returned to Cumberland, England, My grandfather loved this song, even though he had no recollection of The Black Hills.

[@maddieck1999]

probably my favourite song from the movie, I'm 17 and I adore old Hollywood movies, true acting and true beauty

[@aishasheikh-alzour3802]

Me too I'm 17 and it's my fav. film, I used to watch it with my grandad all the time

[@debbiemontague2355]

Hollywood golden era was the best time moves actors everything

[@ravencce]

I am 14 and constantly watch these types of classic movies

[@sarahmichelle4421]

One that I'd recommend watching is valley of the dolls it used to be on KZbin and it's a good (if not a bit dark) one.

[@falloutcentralgaming4246]

I'm 15 and love watching these films

[@jayonnaj18]

This song about the Black Hills of Dakota is so wonderfully sung by Doris and Howard! Their voices blend so beautifully together! Doris Day was sooo pretty and Howard Keel was sooo handsome and MANLY!!! I saw this movie years ago, and I've always loved it dearly!!!

[@barbarapatocka4232]

Absolutely adored both Doris Day and Howard Keel. All their musicals were gems to my ears. Don't make musicals like this any more. We need more joyful and heartwarming musicals of this caliber again.

[@lovvingd]

Hello Barbara How are you doing today?

[@malcolmabram2957]

It reflects an age, an age free of today's sophistication, spin and hidden agendas. Just relax and enjoy a wonderfully produced and sung musical.

[@Evilgidgit4Ever]

Now Calam and Wild Bill are dancing across the Black Hills for eternity. Rest in peace, Doris Day.

[@psychoticriot123]

Oml stop you're gonna make me cry. This was my childhood 😢😭

[@voytajech]

@@psychoticriot123 I'm crying too... Angels voices... Absolutely... 💘

[@gerkenny3099]

Beautiful im crying too they were beautiful romantic movies god bless Doris and Howard xxx💚❤💚❤

[@robertopinheiro5677]

❤️🙌🏻

[@twiglet2214]

She exudes energy and vitality in large dollops, such a talented lady,and that smile ! During this pandemic,watching this, she's like a shot in the arm - literally ! R.I.P Doris Day, you were special.

[@missbingley6048]

Agree. Can't think of a present day actress with Doris Day's talent and energy. Especially in the saloon scenes. My choir sang 'Whip Crack Away ' on the evening she passed away as a tribute. What a remarkable Lady.

[@twiglet2214]

@@missbingley6048 Well done - that was a fitting tribute .

[@AlecLudlow1]

Still one of the best musicals ever. Doris Day is superb in this film.

[@marynace6294]

Another great Doris movie😀❣💟💙

[@charliepayne2459]

Came back to this today. R.I.P Doris Day 🌹

[@lovemymaisy]

Beautiful person she was. I. Glad she will forever be alive through her movies. ❤ so sad.

[@marlenesullivan3113]

We can't go back to these days but it's nice to be able to visit again & again & again.. Rip Dear Doris.

[@tarheelblue63nc25]

Philip Gibbs indeed

[@BullyBoxer]

Charlie Payne we are too busy appeasing the Muslims and the PC correct.

[@PaddyPicasso]

Simple beauty

[@OneThousandTimesOver]

When Howard Keel starts singing I get butterflies. So beautiful and they are so wonderful together.

[@littlerockymtns]

I'm 14, and I LOVE this movie! I live in South Dakota too, so I'm constantly singing this whenever I'm going riding- especially in the evening. I hope my generation and the future generations realize how powerful and beautiful these old classics are, and that they aren't forgotten. ❤

[@marynollaig4124]

ooWatch out they don't put wind turbines on it, The greens destroy every place,

[@frankmclean5816]

We have a Blackhills in Glasgow Scotland.

[@dnhy7951]

​@@frankmclean5816 Of course you do. Any Indians?

[@frankmclean5816]

@@dnhy7951 only curry house

[@dnhy7951]

@@frankmclean5816 Are they friendly?

[@georgiawessling7987]

Howard Keel was one of my absolutely favorite male singers in the 50's to now. Loved him. And Mario Lanza and Gordon MacRae and Nat King Cole and so many, many others. I loved that you could always understand the words when they sang. They had excellent diction.

[@curiouscuriouser9402]

It's great to see the comments from young people who love the old songs and movies from a more innocent time. Bravo.

[@tedjones4615]

That is exactly what i was just thinking so i felt I needed to comment along similar lines.

[@davidsouthwood5106]

Go the eels

[@charlespapineau5428]

Two superb voices in Doris Day and Howard Keel.

[@johnpattison1623]

To me about this and how to make the best of the same thing that you can see them in the picture

[@jayonnaj18]

Yes, their voices are superb and their acting is fantastic! I dearly love this movie, especially Doris Day's rendition of SECRET LOVE!

[@charlespapineau5428]

@jayonnaj18 Doris had it all. Great looks. Could sing, act and dance. Could do comedy and drama.

[@user-lq2is8fx8s]

❤ Howard Keel that beautiful baritone voice ❤ always a fan Doris Day too.

[@lrosex8953]

me and my grandma used to love this film, she adored Doris Day. She passed away last year and whenever i watch this film and hear the songs i know she's watching down. This film will always be special to me because it inspired my love to sing and my grandma was my biggest fan and inspiration :)

[@reganderson3080]

Just don't ever lose those thoughts and memories.

[@CloseCombatGaming]

I kinda get the feeling exept its with my dad and singin in the rain. I sung good morning to him every morning. Now I just sing it to myself.

[@frankjames6590]

DORIS DAY PASSED AWAY????SHE JUST CELELBRATED HER 91 ST. BIRTHDAY.......I think..

[@geogeboyd5502]

Her grandmother passed away Doris is still with us at 93 or 94 yrs old living in Carmel California

[@aubreyaub]

Great to hear. As a 10 year old in the 1950's, I reckoned she was my Girl Friend. Lovely Lady, Lovely Days, Lovely Life.

[@rocky2u2]

Timeless classic.. And unlike todays pop thingys, you can hear every word. Brilliant

[@kirstyendicott]

This film is a real classic and i have adored doris day from the very first time i saw her from calamity Jane wen i was a little girl. She is an amazing person..very talented and great to listen to her singing in all her classic old movies.

[@margiehale1312]

I love that song And the movie Calamity Jane.

[@hitcher1777]

Such sad news no the death of Doris Day, such a wonderful Lady with an outstanding voice. Thank you for great memories Miss Day, R.I.P.

[@lukedaines21]

Howard Keel had a marvellous voice.So rich.

[@margiehale1312]

Michael Jacob SSF was

[@annetteelliott1494]

Love these two...Doris and Howard.....rip and thsank you for the music...❤❤❤❤.

[@mca1218]

Thank you for posting this wonderful number. SPOILER: I always loved this sequence because it foreshadows Calamity's and Bill's ultimate pairing by the end of the movie. In singing about their love of the Dakotas, we can see that they really love each other and enjoy each others company- not yet as lovers, but just wait. 2:08 is a lovely moment when they begin to sing in harmony.

[@paulhiggins3590]

Can't explain why this song is so evocative to me, fills me with a warmth which only a handful of songs manage to do.

[@sequencerman5]

Oh my, how the years peel away and make me yearn for times past whenever I hear this classic song. I recall the family, circa 1964, sitting around the b&w TV watching Calamity Jane. When it came to this part of the movie the entire family joined in to sing along with the cast of the movie. The Black Hills Of Dakota. Such precious memories. RIP mom and sister, Glenda.

[@rohansrider]

Yes, I agree so much with you My dear mum gone now adored this song and we all sang it with her.

[@hollie-annerussell3490]

Soynds good to me and this sound and sing always makes me feel like of family xx

[@hollie-annerussell3490]

Xxx

[@MrMass1234]

We still sing along to this song, when the film is on TV. April 2019.

[@anitawood1136]

@@MrMass1234 you only realise the true value of a moment...when it becomes a memory.

[@sharonjudge5948]

One of my favorite lady singers and my favorite movie. Calamity Jane. A beautiful lady. Great actress. R.I.P beautiful lady 💓💓💓

[@lennybuttz2162]

I really like this song. Gosh Howard has a beautiful voice.

[@KimberlyBarnes-em8ct]

Howard is my dream guy. He is so handsome. They don't make them like that anymore. He was one of my first crushes and Ricky Ricardo. His voice I just close my eyes and I am 10 again and that feeling is just unreal.

[@MichaelCarr-il1ss]

🎉me to

[@MichaelCarr-il1ss]

In

[@MichaelCarr-il1ss]

Love l😅

[@MichaelCarr-il1ss]

Me to

[@miklelawson5780]

Brings a tear to your eyes!

[@rhiannoncoleman9100]

Calamity Jane as well as the Sounds of Music are the musicals that got me into singing and this will forever be one my favourite songs! Thank you Doris Day ❤

[@kerrywrighting7806]

Love this song so much even having in the most important day of my life ......... My wedding , my fiancé is always singing this song in my ear and it never gets old !! The words are just so right , and ever time i hear it i can't help but sing along , Doris and Howard must of loved singing it , i bet there mucked up a few times on purpose just so there could sing it again and again !!! I love DORIS DAY , love her in this movie , love her sprit , her drive and passion . and in her 90s and still looking lovely as ever , hope i look as good as she does if i ever reach 90!!! God bless Calamity Jane .

[@matthewbown1072]

R.i.p. Doris one of the first actresses I ever remember,was born in 1980 but always thought Doris was amazing

[@Zurzi]

God what I’d give to hear my father sing this song again. My daughter sings it now with me ❤️

[@johntaylor6345]

The chemistry between Doris and Howard during this song is superb. They worked very well together. When Calamity Jane starts their names are in massive letters because these 2 stars had a lot of respect from the film makers. The title of the film is in huge letters too. Doris said in an interview that she had a lot of fun making the movie and watching her time after it shows

[@emmawillingham591]

Me and my mam had a full pub singing this song one night one of the best times I have ever had

[@misssandoval6495]

such a beautiful, happy song

[@gazcallon8825]

I'm 60 in 2 weeks, I fell in love with Doris at 21 years old, she's brilliant, happy memories ❤ 💖

[@subotica1967]

She is amazing, the song is beautiful.Yes this is music.They don't make movies like this anymore.

[@samanthakennedy9514]

being 28 , watching Howard Keel singing is just dreamy . he has a wonderful voice

[@katelyntaylor1930]

Was my auntie sheries favourite movie. I remember sitting watching this every night and she would sing this song to me and my little sister such beautiful memories rip i love you xxx

[@reelfan-16]

Death is not extinguishing the light; it is only putting out the lamp because the dawn has come. Rest in peace, Doris. Thank you for all the wonderful contributions you gave us. We will always love you. ~EP

[@MJKST]

She has a wonderful voice... one of my FAVE movies of ALL time...

[@catherinexoxoxo5280]

Im only 14 and this will always be my favourite film x

[@josephpatrickbrady]

rip doris day. one of my favourite songs.

[@stevetivey3786]

I'm always amazed in these musicals how everybody suddenly breaks out into a song word perfect from nowhere. As if you would be driving in a carriage and someone just plays a few notes on a mouth organ and off everybody goes in perfect harmony with a song that nobody had previously heard of.

[@Thetruepianoman]

Few of em turn round in recognition when it starts playing tbf

[@henryhorner3182]

If they DIDN'T, they wouldn't be called musicals.

[@stevetivey3786]

It's the same with dance moves..miraculously everybody does quite complicated routines without bumping into each other..how's that?

[@alvindimes4729]

Steve Tivey - I think it's called Directors License, helps the movie move along, its only make believe you know.

[@stevetivey3786]

@@alvindimes4729 It's exaxtly the same in White Christmas. Danny Kaye and Vera Ellen have only just met and off they go into a complicated dance routine.

[@leeblack6808]

They just don't make good films like this anymore 😢😔

[@karelpetterson2335]

Yes thoese were the best days. today they tend to make nothing but depressing films and so called action films etc

[@glen7318]

and How wonderful and handsome is Mr Keel.....

[@glen7318]

@JaX Madison Not really......

[@mikehamilton1]

Lee Black u

[@legendofzeldarules44]

They make great films still, you need to expand your taste beyond westerns though

[@paacer]

Wonderful feel good movie , their harmonising at 2.10 is so wonderful and moving . Thanks to Doris and Howard and all responsible for this masterpiece .

[@JenniferMcMullenMusic]

I sure would have enjoyed taking a ride in the wagon with Howard Keel. What a man!~

[@Martel4]

We used to watch this with my mom. I fell in love with this movie and Doris Day instantly. The music is just superb too.

[@oysterlady]

I played this on a windup gramaphone in Scotland when i was a boy love it always remembered the words

[@dianekiley4394]

AĹWAYS

[@helennikki4056]

We Loved you Doris Day! 💔 Thank you for ' Calam ' -- no one could have done it better! And Thank you for your fierce Love and Protection of animals. You were a Heroine.

[@clispyleaf]

This was my favourite film, and favourite scene, as a child. Magical.

[@chrishumphries1325]

Just Good Music, For All Music Lover,s,, from a long time ago, just magic

[@101jessymessy]

i do love howard keel his voice is just amazing sends shivers down my spine everytime i hear him sing

[@GIMAGIMA70]

A distanza di anni rimane uno dei video più belli del Web.

[@cjpatz]

The ballroom scene, when Calam takes off her coat is priceless. They realize she ain’t just one of the boys, that’s a lady!

[@cynthiasmith6465]

I sing this to my grandson everyday at bedtime and I sang it to my kids before him. Love both of these stars. My two favorites together on the same screen. A dream come true!

[@pagee7452]

My all time favorite movie love Doris Day and Howard Keel .

[@summer-pc6so]

I remember laying on my grandma conch listening to this song , she was singing it as it was playing.. .. I'm 40 now .. I miss my grandma

[@0810louise]

I love her classic movies and style she was a fashionista before this word existed.

[@gordoncampbell8127]

Great song, great voices, great movie. And then there's America's eternal sweetheart Doris Day. I lived in the US for a year as a teenager and discovered there were multitudes of genuine sweethearts like Doris. But one was special above all others...if she ever reads this, she'll know I'm talking about her.

[@BENILEV]

One of my favourite songs came from the great and beautiful singer DORIS DAY. rest in peace

[@Lh25832]

beautifull. I have such lovely childhood memories of watching this with my grandmother and great grandmother. Love it.

[@wadokaratepromotionsociety1450]

The harmony at 2:14 .woderful

[@denide38mason]

RIP Doris Thanku for your the lovely memories of my childhood

[@chouselle1]

RIEP DD you have entertained my family for many a year . Beautiful unique voice ever xXx

[@pamelabrady7808]

Always loved this and now my grandson lives up there visited many times,love it

[@chloebolam5423]

I am 14 years old I lost my uncle 2 weeks ago and his funeral was yesterday and this song was played ,he loved this song 😘😪

[@carolwilson6317]

I just love this song. Carol. WilsonX

[@margaritabetancourtriquelm9592]

I saw this film when I was a girl and since that day Doris Day was my favourite. I saw all her films. I Love The music of this film Deadwood Stage. Secret Love.

[@jeannacrisp7992]

i love to hear doris day sing so beautiful

[@rocky2u2]

RIP gone but not forgotten.

[@Pheebs77]

This will always remind me of my mum. She's 76 and still going strong, she introduced me to all the Howard Keel musicals and Gilbert & Sullivan opera :D

[@Pheebs77]

She's now 82 and has Alzheimer's. One day she may forget how much she loved Howard Keel and the old Hollywood musicals :(

[@steventalbot573]

brilliant song sung by 2 beautiful singers i miss you so much doris+howard

[@rattiecare2782]

Me and my Mum used to watch this movie all the time. I miss her so much :(

[@mamamcfreeman105]

So happy my mom brought me up on movies like this. Now I sing this song to my son all the time. ♥️

[@beasty3039]

We are doing this play in our school, also I love this play/musical! it just fills my spirit...ohhg...the memories...

[@frogallin1761]

rachel mccabe same here

[@ryankelly2851]

RIP Doris 😔 probably won't be able to listen to this sing anymore without shedding a tear

[@Dragon1813]

I sang this last year, when I went to see Mt. Rushmore, just so beautiful.

[@stephcourtnage5546]

I did the same!!

[@erintilley5244]

My fave song.Seen this movie about a million times my fave movie of all time.Love Doris Day

[@frances96218]

When I was younger, I never used to miss her films, she was always great.

[@janicecrawford947]

I like singing along with whomever and the Dakotas They're beautiful ❤️

[@gremlinuk1968]

the best song from the film,!!

[@kimmyhawk5466]

Just BEAUTIFUL! Love old movies.. Not a big fan of musicals.. But, just adore this one! Doris Day is such a class act.. Always was, ALWAYS will be! 💗

[@joesimpson9288]

When this movie first came out in early 50's I was about 12 or 13 y.o. & that's when I fell in love with Doris Day; Secret Love & Black Hills of Dakota! It doesn't get any better than that. Her & Howard harmonize so well together.

[@theyoungwolf9852]

RIP Doris day a true Hollywood icon this film brings back so much sweet memories for me I used to make my nan stick this on tv nearly every day you will be missed they don’t make actors like her and Howard keel anymore 😢😢😢

[@katherinecollins1876]

To me she was the best star ever her voice was never off key her face was picture perfect and I believe this lady was truly a great person saw all your movies sang every song it was my pleasure to live in the times you were there thank you!!!

[@zenobiapalmyra5670]

Today the world is a sadder place and I'm devastated....but, so grateful to have lived through the age of Doris Day. Thank you for your beauty, grace and your incredible voice. I love all her songs, but my favourite would have to be Fly Me To The Moon. RIP Ms Day, may you forever astral travel throughout the heavens...xxx

[@debbsapple1148]

im 20..and this is amazing..its feels so innocent and dreamy

[@MichaelSmith-ui5zs]

My mum took me to see this film 40 years before you were born. Great to see that it's still appreciated. Thanks to KZbin.

[@janesmith3287]

It certainly is although the taking of the Indians' lands was not exactly innocent.

[@elizabethf1591]

Jane Smith It wasn't any more innocent back then just more hidden .☺

[@selene9679]

I'm 23 now and agree! You should be around the same age now😊

[@daelu7265]

I agree I’m 21 but I love these old films, they sorta give me nostalgia for back in the days

[@marjoriemckeachie7285]

The best film she made in my opinion. Full of humour and super music

[@theindividualizt]

Beautiful song!

[@ckallen1546]

I’m half native (mother), half Scots (father). And closest I ever came to Black Hills was two years in Omaha, NE. But the song is whimsical. Encompassing my homesickness for New England or Alaska. And how content I was…when home.

[@randysen1951]

I remember seeing this movie with my Mom...I was I think 8 years old...Mom adored Doris Day...I have always loved Howard's singing and also remember him as Clayton Farlow in Dallas :-)

[@vivricketts9239]

Just love this song anyone listening with me October 2019

[@lalak492]

Rocky Horror Picture Show brought me here

[@trig6]

I love this song too. This is one of my favorite musicals.

[@christinevicker9017]

Black hills of Dakota oldie but a goodie it's still sung heaps today so do Doris an rest in peace

[@christinevicker9017]

Still love this song rest in peace Doris u were a talented lady

[@hugokasper]

I love this movie so much.

[@louisebradley9261]

Love this.. and adore this song can hear my nan sing miss her so much.

[@kellymckay5874]

R.I.P Doris Day May 13,2019 97 yrs old Great person Great Memories

[@ralphfoster6254]

Doris Day NEVER ceases to Amaze me! I love EVERYTHING about this MASTERPIECE of a lady!

[@carolineparks2966]

Reminds me.of Mum and Dad 🙏💖🙏