The Trolley Song - Meet Me In St. Louis - 1944 - Judy Garland

[@tonytune4342]

I read that Judy said that while making this movie was the only time she felt beautiful. So sad how her life ended after all the joy she brought to millions by way of her talent . She deserved better.

[@bricktam]

Tony Tune She was also being directed by a man who was in love with her.

[@ryangregorakos5040]

I think she said that she was true first in her life she beautiful (I would have to disagree she looked beautiful in many films before and after this one), but after that she still felt beautiful. I remember reading a story about her and one day in her 30’s she broke down crying in her dressing room and said: “I’ve lost my beauty,” after looking at herself in the mirror.

[@daniellacecala3858]

Tony Tune unfortunately she wasn’t treated with much respect in her life

[@iris5678]

@@daniellacecala3858 Not many people were in that time period. We've come such a long ways

[@fleurconsidine2995]

It’s true she deserves better

[@shoknifeman2mikado135]

This song was hurriedly written to add a few extra mins to the film, it turned out to be a masterpiece

[@SarahJareth]

It became the crowning song of that entire film referenced in almost any form of popular media including 2 times on The Simpsons

[@kerriethompson2073]

And she did this song in one take!

[@SarahJareth]

@ oh yeah definitely has

[@manasmaisnam606]

@@kerriethompson2073 one take ok. a 2nd take as "insurance"..... and it was the version that was used.

[@angievincent3416]

That’s a really interesting fact!

[@millers3888]

Only 21 years old! Show me a 21 year old today that has a richness to their voice like Judy

[@kimberlyhughes6548]

Show me a 21 year old that's been professionally employed for 7 or 8 years. All the money she made for MGM! I hope she's chasing those money men with a barbed stick in the afterlife.

[@ellingtonlover7319]

She had this beautiful voice since childhood and despite all the challenges she faced throughout her short life, she never lost it.

[@chriswilliams1024]

21 Turing 22

[@mehdigeek]

Rachel Zegler

[@gemfyre855]

Joss Stone

[@rubygracemoseley8144]

This song is just filled with infectious joy! It makes me so happy and it’s so fun. I can’t help but smile and sing along with Judy Garland.

[@sutapasbhattacharya9471]

Randy Rainbow has done a great parody of it which brought me here!

[@jaytaylor7740]

So, before she was even twenty-two years old, she'd made what are considered by many to be two of the greatest movies ever made. That's something to think about.

[@sdkelmaruecan2907]

"Meet Me in St. Louis" is a great musical but I've never seen it mentioned among the all-time greatest movies, it's still a charming feel-good musical and that doesn't diminish Judy Garland's achievement.

[@MichaelChong100]

@@sdkelmaruecan2907 it did mention in the book, 1001 Movies You Must Watch Before You Die

[@tyronrampersad5628]

She had a talent, not an amazing talent.. for one she was no Julie Andrews. She was only known for that unique melancholic tone that we hear in “have yourself a Merry little Christmas” and “Somewhere over the rainbow”... pretty much everything else is forgettable.. She didn’t have an impressive range.. all the same she made her mark.

[@MichaelChong100]

@@tyronrampersad5628 Disagree, she have fast songs too that are unforgettable like Get Happy and Come Rain Or Come Shine

[@tyronrampersad5628]

MichaelChong100 to diehards undoubtedly but I’m talking unforgettable like “thriller”, I will always love you, and “my heart will go on”. These are unforgettable whether or not you’re a fan.

[@unicornL]

I wish she could have seen herself how we all see her to this day ❤

[@hello-cara]

Judy Garland was honestly so beautiful, and a phenomenal actress too

[@goldenageofdinosaurs7192]

aworldofcaroline Absolutely gorgeous!

[@thegodfather1907]

She was also a Gemini, that adds to her greatness

[@richarddavis8863]

She's at her most beautiful in "Meet me in St Louis", she allegedly said it was the only time in her life where genuinely felt beautiful

[@sairafirozram7941]

Yes and all because of her director she was found dead

[@lianasoares8052]

aworldofcaroline, & a great singing voice, too.

[@TheCloakedOwl]

Judy was prettier than she thought. Vincente really made her sparkle. I don't think I've ever seen her prettier or happier than in MMISL. Definitely one of her peaks of her life, and another monster hit for her career (film and song).

[@otisroseboro5613]

Exactly 💯

[@AshleySpeaks09]

I agree she looked like a little doll here

[@lynnpehrson8826]

The media was critical of her looks (obviously unfair, but that's what they were like back then).

[@zerker08]

those gloves! 🧤

[@howtubeable]

Look at how Judy Garland commands the scene while wearing black and white. She easily outshined the other actors even though they were wearing more vibrant colors.

[@shoutinghorse]

Notice how she's the only one without a hat, her long strawberry blonde hair contrasted against the black and white with her in the centre of each shot forces your eyes upon her as her powerful voice dominates. This would have been painstakingly thought out and choreographed, each passengers costume carefully chosen to keep your attention on Judy while the story plays out. It's all very well done.

[@uioplkhj]

Well she is the star of the show, so she is lit up differently.

[@StarfieldRailway]

She is the main focus of the scene.

[@Ausomedays]

Wearing a non color (Black or White) sucks all the attention to the wearer. Many top actors in their contracts demand they not share a scene with another actor wearing Black or/and White.

[@iainsan]

I agree with shouting horse. Also, if you look at her hair and costume, they were VERY fashionable in 1944, whereas all the other women are dressed in Edwardian clothes, which is the period in which the film was set. It all combines to make Garland the most attractive woman to a 1940s audience.

[@carljan57]

Judy's singing voice. Superb. And the making of a classic performance.

[@searlekochberg]

In my opinion this really is Garland's greatest moment on screen. Perfect voice, the infectious zest of youth and the glorious direction of Minnelli. A masterpiece fit for the great artist she was.

[@tedwatson9929]

The Harvey Girls is pretty good too... underrated but very good.

[@mishie2064]

She even say she felt beautiful that day when she was filming this movie , wish us fans can tell her that she was beautiful

[@bleepiestofbloops]

Hss to be Get Happy, for me.

[@richarddavis8863]

@@bleepiestofbloops yeah I love the ominous spiritual connotations of that song

[@leonausten1800]

She is so inspiring to me, I am 22 and I hear this Song every single Day. It’s 05:00 am in the Morning here in Germany and nothing is better, then starting the Day with the best Lovesong that was ever created.

[@fortheloveofmusic3723]

i’ve never seen this movie but i can’t stop replaying this video lol

[@PP-nu5lj]

Jap me too! :):):) Now I can sing this song perfectly

[@hironhamada9462]

Same

[@Joseph-hz3em]

I just watched the movie... Its a must watch movie,..

[@benphillip6369]

Same

[@louiem5654]

What are you waiting for?? It’s an excellent film. This song is just one of many.

[@AGETheGawdYT]

Funny how she played it cool at the end after dramatically confessing her love through song. Great acting. Golden era.

[@mariaalejandraariza497]

Es hermoso de verdad, nostalgia de voces educadas con dedicación!

[@windstorm1000]

Shes a bit embarrased cuz he just showed up! And in front of her friends

[@TiGoave5]

Legit what I came on to say! I love it!

[@pemulis123]

Meet Me in St Louis in a way is one of the first romcoms

[@wvanderwahl]

Thats a legend. Judy Garland was 22 years old when she made this iconic musical. I can't think of any "artists" that achieved as much as Judy by the time they were 22.

[@amabelbarlow8046]

She does look in her early 30s when I see her in her movies like Wizard of OZ and Easter Parade (probably 28 or 29)

[@Kerithanos]

Varg Vikernes?

[@marysaunders8079]

@@amabelbarlow8046 she was 16 in wizard of oz & looked it if not a little bit younger I think

[@hmidou386]

I can.

[@effyleven]

@@marysaunders807917 in Wizard, but did a good job of "being" a 12 year old.

[@franciscomercado9938]

Her voice is so amazing . There will never be another one like her.

[@keishawnlight]

francisco mercado there’s many tbh but Judy is definitely the mother, she layed the blueprint

[@reginabillotti]

Have you ever heard Liza Minelli sing?

[@mishie2064]

The only person who sings like Judy is her two beautiful daughters

[@mr.intensity2685]

@@reginabillotti Exactly! Liza got daddy's looks, and mom's voice.

[@Olinser]

Julie Andrews was the only one on the same level but then she lost her glorious voice.

[@PepperWilliams_songcovers]

One of the greatest vocalist ever❤️I always loved this song! Hard to believe that it took only one ‘take’. Nothing compares today. She was so beautiful and talented, but the studio executives treated her like dirt 😢

[@nicolasgdn65]

It only took one take to create such perfection. This was that shot!! Magnificent!!!

[@ladoucelette]

This was nit filmed in one shot, I'm not sure what you are talking about...

[@YouSimon1000]

The song itself was recorded in one take.

[@ladoucelette]

@@YouSimon1000 no it wasn't.

[@YouSimon1000]

I'm willing to correct my comment if you can give evidence to the contrary. Just writing "no it wasn't" without further info doesn't mean much.

[@scottevans748]

@@YouSimon1000 The song as conducted by Georgie Stoll for Meet Me in St. Louis has a very complex, evocative arrangement by Conrad Salinger featuring harmonized choruses, wordless vocals, and short highlights or flourishes from a wide range of orchestral instruments. When the song was recorded on the set of Meet Me in St Louis, it was done in a single shot. (That's from wiki, and there are numerous other sources online stating much the same.) The young seem to be threatened by 'old school' entertainment, which of course was superior for the simple fact that the stage was smaller. But it's a bit extreme, and lamentable, to read of someone taking the low road, like an ostrich, bleating out "no it wasn't" before burying their head in the sand.

[@fakerating]

Doesn't get any better than this.

[@WegraX]

The quality on this is amazing its like it was made yesterday

[@1dtoddy5sos4ever2]

more like in the 80s

[@cassiehar-l7f]

This was made in 1944 when i found out when it was made I was amazed that it was only the 40s and over in Europe they still got old black and white 😂

[@johnd8892]

The high resolution natural quality of good movie film and lenses, even in the thirties.

[@henrybrowne7248]

It's stunning. I believe it's nitrate film. They had to give it up I believe in the 1960s because it's volatile. You can really see the difference in the movies made after the nitrate era, eg the 1970s.

[@curtishawkins4188]

Can anyone imagine the feeling of everyone on this set making this scene? One shot and such perfection. The exhilaration must have been palpable. Judy giving a performance that will be measurable for innumerable generations and a feeling of attainable joy that is difficult to describe. This was created 45 years before I was born but it continues to bring me immeasurable joy 😊😍😊

[@bediathomas746]

❤

[@moviefiend44]

The recording of the song was done in one take (which is remarkable given how perfectly everything melded together). The filming took many different shots. They had to do so to get all those angles.

[@mpacino1224]

It is incredible. A dream come true. Heaven on Earth. Love her.

[@MichaelToscano]

I love when I read a comment that nails exactly the feeling I felt when I watched this for the first time! Exhilarating is the word, the joy of first love. It’s infectious and happy.

[@stephaniecolmenares9601]

Same!! I fell in love with this movie when I first saw it. ❤❤

[@mr_christofski]

The lady in lilac from 3:20 just looks absolutely star struck, you can see the wonder in her eyes as she watches this incredible and beautiful woman sing her heart out ❤

[@juliag.5114]

I mean if Judy Garland held my hand like that i’d probably faint

[@valalava1]

xD she's like "yes, miss Garland, tell me more"

[@zzsnake1]

@@valalava1 haha! I know, right?

[@matthewcole4753]

She also cemented her place in immortality in the best scene in what would become one of the greatest movies ever made. She brings the boy next door to sit next to Judy at the perfect moment when she hits the perfect crescendo that concludes the song. Out of the supporting actors in the song, she is definitely the extra that stands out to me.

[@sc1mitar00]

the lady in lilac is in another scene too I think she’s so pretty

[@EvanRybak]

This song brings back memories. I worked backstage on our school’s production of this in high school. Was where many of my fondest memories of high school came from

[@LisaEllis-rt3xh]

Lucky❤!

[@MelanieAnneAhern]

Such a classic. Never gets old!

[@theshygirlyouhavenevernoti8669]

Melanie Anne Ahern When I was younger in the car I would beg my mom to replay this song

[@carloslontro9687]

and singing in the rain? my favorite

[@carloslontro9687]

romantic and funny

[@Pheebs77]

Pure talent. No stars today come anywhere close.

[@jenniferbullett7254]

Totally agree.

[@mja91352]

Calm down

[@whosmansisthis6624]

K.

[@soullessprincess6473]

Ella Petrarca facts

[@murderstorys8372]

Agree

[@thesunflowerchannel5361]

She's invested in every lyric, just one of the million things that set her apart from the rest. Every gesture feels real and she's never on auto-pilot, just singing, as so many of her contemporaries tended to do.

[@windstorm1000]

You got it !!

[@MsBossLadyLola]

You Can tell she can FEEL the music!

[@Claudia-c5d3c]

I think thats why she's one of the greatest ever singers, she makes you feel every emotion in the song, something Liza inherited as well. They're living the music, the story, the song not just crooning words.

I love the little sniff she takes before "The smell of honeysuckle charmed you off your feet."

[@Andreamus]

It’s a masterpiece.. Look how she goes from being the outsider, not cared about and looked over - till she conquers the whole scene and ends up conducting. From being ignored to being Top of the world. In one song. In one brillant Song and equally brillant direction by Minnelli. You cannot tire of this. Her vocal performance is an explosion of richness, warmth, layeres and timing. You cannot help wish that they had stayed put and made more movies. The Pirate is also a gem, by the way!

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Andrea, How are you doing?

[@windstorm1000]

Lovely tribute!!

[@smmurden]

I love how at the end her face was like a 'hey, what's up?' lol. My love for show tunes, musicals, Broadway, and everything else musical started with her.

[@Hels_Angels]

smmurden Same here 👍💝💕

[@mimlo7534]

Me, too. And Gene Kelly. ⚘🌷⚘

[@unawarefilm]

@@mimlo7534 same here

[@candi6642]

@@mimlo7534 Same, they were my two favorites!

[@itsbritneybyotch7471]

Ikr 💀

[@ChrisWolff2013]

There will never be another Judy Garland. She was that rare diamond.

[@arthurgearheard4701]

Streisand might have to say something about that!

[@ChrisWolff2013]

@@arthurgearheard4701 Garland is far more likeable

[@arthurgearheard4701]

@@ChrisWolff2013 I agree, but Streisand has the better voice, and I believe Garland acknowledged this sometimes in her life!

[@randybailin4902]

I can watch this all day. In my opinion, Judy Garland was the greatest movie performer there's ever been. Apart from her once in a lifetime voice, she could do everything. She could make you laugh or break your heart. She stole every scene that she was ever in, no matter how many people were around her.

[@s.p.8803]

Well said.

[@petehuckleberry5068]

Agree

[@PRISCILLAMacDougall]

Spencer Tracy told my late father that Garland was the best in Hollywood, the quickest study , timing being wxquisite...

[@anthonystraceski8474]

@@PRISCILLAMacDougall

[@BillofRights1951]

and she stole every scene....without trying...talk about a natural performer.

[@sophieleg20]

54 years ago the world lost Judy Garland❤️❤️ R.I.P. Judy Garland June 10th 1922 - June 22nd 1969

[@michaelmiller1215]

No one else will ever APPROACH Judy’s level of talent!

[@windstorm1000]

Amen

[@MexAndTheCity]

I watch this nightly. Its been so long since SATC movie turned me onto it. Old Hollywood is gonna make a comeback if it hasnt already

[@sophieleg20]

55 years ago today the world lost Judy Garland😰💔 Rest In Peace Judy Garland🕊

[@Highinsight7]

we haven't been the same ever since... She sang in the church where I grew up in which use to be a movie theater for the boys in the Barracks...

[@mediascribble]

You can't replace this production. Movies were magnificent. (Judy was tortured in life, and amazing that she stands out even with all those pretty women who also could sing).

[@welcometojoshesgachaworld1830]

I mean she was dressed in dark colors compared to the ensembles bright pastels

[@sylviemayharrisonmccartney4316]

She was 22.

[@maggie6612]

She looks really young

[@sampeacaml9307]

And dang pretty.

[@PauloTheGeek]

Her voice is incredible.

[@TeddyandBricke]

I love Judy Garland in this film! One of the best!!

[@thebigloc1]

Critics say this is her best performance

[@borderlinegirl5746]

Clang, clang, clang went the trolley Ding, ding, ding went the bell Zing, zing, zing went my heartstrings As we started for Huntington Dell Chug, chug, chug went the motor Bump, bump, bump went the brakes Thump, thump, thump went my heartstrings As we glided by Huntington Lake The day was bright, the air was sweet The smell of honeysuckle charmed me off my feet I tried to sing but couldn't squeak In fact, I felt so good I couldn't even speak Buzz, buzz, buzz went the buzzer Time to all to disembark Time to fall went my heartstrings As we got off at Huntington Park As we got off at Huntington Park With my high starched collar And my high topped shoes And my hair Piled high upon my head I went to lose a jolly Hour on the Trolley And lost my heart instead With his light brown derby And his bright green tie He was quite The handsomest of men I started to yen So I counted to ten Then I counted to ten again Clang, clang, clang went the trolley Ding, ding, ding went the bell Zing, zing, zing went my heartstrings From the moment I saw him I fell Chug, chug, chug went the motor Bump, bump, bump went the brake Thump, thump, thump went my heartstrings When he smiled I could feel the car shake (Clang, clang, clang) He tipped his hat And took a seat He said, he hoped he hadn't Stepped upon my feet He asked my name I held my breath I couldn't speak because He scared me half to death Chug, chug, chug went the motor Plop, plop, plop went the wheels Stop, stop, stop went my heartstrings As he started to go Then I started to know How it feels When the universe reels The day was bright The air was sweet The smell of honeysuckle Charmed you off your feet You tried to sing But couldn't squeak In fact, you loved him So you couldn't even speak Buzz, buzz, buzz went the buzzer Plop, plop, plop went the wheels Stop, stop, stop went my heartstrings As he started to leave I took hold of his sleeve With my hand And as if it were planned He stay on with me And it was grand just to stand With his hand holding mine Till the end of the line Clang, clang, clang went the trolley Zing, zing, zing went my heart

[@matthewornelas6671]

Love that song

[@lwgp7704]

Thanks so much for transcribing the lyrics!

[@The_KeziaHarley]

Wow thanks so much!

[@masqueradereader7809]

I can't keep my eyes off her. Her voice is spectacular.

[@richardcummins5465]

80 years old this year. And STILL ABSOLUTELY MAGICAL. ❤

[@padawanguy360]

the awkward little smile she gives him at 3:53 makes me chuckle

[@RickBerg-b9k]

Not just the voice, but her acting..perfection

[@arlene4434]

I've read that Judy Garland loved hanging around beautiful women because she thought that it would rub off on her somehow (even though she herself was already gorgeous). Instead of being catty she embraced them. I say this because she does a double take towards the extra in the light purple dress at 1:56, who is very pretty, as if she wasn't expecting to see her there. I can just tell in her eyes from that point on how much she was enjoying being part of the "beautiful girls" because of the way she was treated off screen by people who never recognized her own stunning looks. In fact, its said that she married Minelli because of how beautiful he made her look and feel during the filming of Meet Me in St. Louis. It's very cute but very sad at the same time.

[@jimkilleen9130]

Sorry, Judy was not beautiful. However, she was extremely talented and was abused by the studio system. It started after she left the Gumm Sisters.

[@一二0]

@@jimkilleen9130 Stop. She was stunning.

[@jimkilleen9130]

@@一二0 Look...I loved Judy!

[@silvergust]

​@@jimkilleen9130She was tho? She may not have had the sharp-cold glamour face like some of her contemporaries, but she was absolutely beautiful. Ik beauty is subjective to some but she genuinely had conventionally attractive features esp by today's standards

[@Twinflame_4]

A movie that can NEVER be made again. Perfect the way it is ❤

[@RYGuyOCMKE]

This song is 80 years old this year-can you believe it? I love Judy; she was one of the best! I will always have a special place for her in my heart . ❤❤ "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas" still gives me goosebumps each time I hear it. ❤❤

[@iamameliapondjattel778]

Judy Garland was so beautiful omg

[@Seabasstien]

Judy Garland makes a scene and a song that could in lesser hands seem silly into something that is joyful and magical and relatable. I love you Judy

[@InconvientNecessity]

Judy Garland was the most beautiful, most talented performer of the 20th century and it's not even close

[@FH-pl7lo]

She would not say it but I will - she had a great face. She was beautiful. And, she was a great talent. A privilege to have witnessed her brilliance.

[@pixiedust5239]

She’s so beautiful and talented I almost started crying. I just love Judy Garland so much and I do wish she was still alive.

[@andreinaolivares4013]

This year (2022) is the Judy Garland’s anniversary 100th.

[@groovymovie84]

I love this film. It has so much nostalgia that none of us lived in, yet feels so comforting like we did.

[@celluloidcitie]

we're so blessed to have had her

[@avuncular300]

I get goose pimples just watching this. Judy was a superb star, and deserved far better in her life. But she lives on - for all of us...

[@caitlinjane92]

I'm going to sing this in my audition for a production of this musical this weekend. Wish me luck!

[@thebigloc1]

How did your audition go?

[@caitlinjane92]

Ros Narun L 'O Connell It went well. I got cast in the show and have already done some rehearsals. It's fun so far.

[@thebigloc1]

@@caitlinjane92 How exciting. Hope it all goes well.

[@omega311888]

congratulations!

[@amyclarke41]

good luck 🍎

[@susie2366]

Vincent Minnelli frames Judy over and over again in this movie. She’s absolutely beautiful and charming in it. It’s an American classic.

[@mysterytrain3]

He was truly gifted, and in a big way. The kaleidoscopic color and the composition in every scene in this movie is breathtaking. She's wearing dark clothing (except her collar, which frames her face) and no hat, while everyone around her has a hat (even the men) and are wearing bright, colorful clothing. In spite of his being gay, he had to be in love with her to call so much attention to her in a role that, at the beginning, was not considered a lead.

[@munkustrap79]

(Chorus 1) [PASSENGERS] Clang, clang, clang went the trolley Ding, ding, ding went the bell Zing, zing, zing went my heartstrings As we started for Huntington Dell Chug, chug, chug went the motor Bump, bump, bump went the brakes Thump, thump, thump went my heartstrings As we glided by Huntington Lake The day was bright, the air was sweet The smell of honeysuckle charmed me off my feet I had to sing but couldn't squeak In fact, I felt so good I couldn't even speak Buzz, buzz, buzz went the buzzer Time for all to disembark Time to fall went my heartstrings As we got off at Huntington Park As we got off at Huntington Park (Verse) [ESTHER] With my high-starched collar and my high-topped shoes And my hair piled high upon my head I went to lose a jolly Hour on the trolley And lost my heart instead With his light brown derby and his light green tie He was quite the handsomest of men I started to yen So I counted to ten Then I counted to ten again (Chorus 2) [ESTHER] Clang, clang, clang went the trolley Ding, ding, ding went the bell Zing, zing, zing went my heartstrings From the moment I saw him, I fell Chug, chug, chug went the motor Bump, bump, bump went the brake Thump, thump, thump went my heartstrings When he smiled, I could feel the car shake [PASSENGERS] Clang! Clang! Clang! [ESTHER] He tipped his hat and took a seat He said he hoped he hadn't stepped upon my feet He asked my name, I held my breath I couldn't speak because he scared me half to death [CONDUCTOR] Hiya, Johnny! [ESTHER] Chug, chug, chug went the motor Pop, pop, pop went the wheels Stop, stop, stop went my heartstrings As he started to go Then I started to know How it feels When the universe reels [PASSENGERS] The day was bright, the air was sweet The smell of honeysuckle charmed you off your feet You tried to sing but couldn't squeak In fact, you loved him so you couldn't even speak [ESTHER] Buzz, buzz, buzz went the buzzer Pop, pop, pop went the wheels Stop, stop, stop went my heartstrings As he started to leave I took hold of his sleeve With my hand And as if it were planned He stayed on with me and It was grand Just to stand With his hand Holding mine To the end of the line

[@miriam4235]

Perfect, thank you😊

[@lindaosborne1617]

I sang the song using the lyrics thanx

[@munkustrap79]

@@lindaosborne1617 you're welcome

[@peterharrison5833]

@@munkustrap79 I know I'm late to the conversation, but thanks for writing the lyrics. I'm gonna be singing this in public soon, and although I wrote the chart out (for piano and voice), sometimes it's easier to just use a lyric sheet--you did a great job getting them all down. PMH

[@munkustrap79]

@@peterharrison5833 :*

[@dankwartessbaum5743]

Pure happiness! Not only is Judy Garland the ultimate performer, classy and beautiful, but the music, itself, is wonderful. The horns are simply dazzling in the beginning, and elsewhere, as are the violins,;and wonderfully intertwined with the human voice. They sure don't write music like this anymore!

[@luciatrask2038]

this sequence is just pure joy, tbh. no matter how bad of a mood i’m in i can watch this and feel at least a little bit better.

[@ElleMS-14]

I start paying attention when Judy does her solo. What a voice ❤

[@jackhanna4447]

Gawd, this picture is just so wonderful on so many levels.

[@pamelamays4186]

I'm honored to share a birthday with this legend.

[@phreashsama]

i doubt it

[@-valmetal-]

@@phreashsamawhy would someone make that up? thats so stupid lmao

[@sophieleg20]

53 years ago today the world lost the beautiful Judy Garland❤️❤️ R.I.P Judy💖

[@patricklyndon7121]

What a voice,if she was around now she,d be without doubt a superstar, long live Dorothy 😊

[@AshleySpeaks09]

This lives rent free in my head daily *update I finally watched the movie and it was perfect just perfect

[@glenhannah8347]

Watch it again and you realise that as soon as Judy starts singing, her performance is nearly ONE TAKE. It only cuts to another angle near the end. Her performance is outstanding as she just seems to glide withing the frame. Watch her face and interactions as she sings. That's a star.

[@doktor_ghul]

I came here after seeing Randy Rainbow's new riff, just to see how closely he stuck to this piece of work. Most impressive.

[@oltedders]

Me too! Pretty much to compare Randy's hair to Judy's and see what the passengers were wearing. 2 brilliant performances!

[@stephaniebirkle2499]

This is nostalgic and I was born in 2009 I just watch alot of movies from the 1940's- 1960's

[@SusannaEmily]

You're certainly young, 2002 baby here.

[@lifeonmarsss2004]

The same! I was born in 2004 I just love movies and songs from the past like this, I love Judy Garland!

[@tomrombouts1439]

I am not an expert like some, but that is the most elaborate musical arrangement of any movie show tune I can think of. And the short musical flourishes after most lines anticipate the "wall of sound" style of the early 1960's. With Judy's singing that is an incredible sequence.

[@jiaconis]

This timeless piece of cinema always brings tears to my eyes! Happy Tears! This is definitely a GOAT film…

[@philtherealdeal100]

Her execution was perfection it’s insane

[@beaglybeagle]

It is just amazing. It is just like she has a spotlight on her. Your eyes just stay with her every movement, and phrasing, and expression.

[@pittsburge88]

There will Never be a Bigger Star than Judy Garland!

[@Heather-x4d]

Maybe Marilyn monroe comes close

[@pittsburge88]

@@Heather-x4d You're kidding ... right?

[@nicksmith128]

One of Judy's greatest musical numbers. It's executed perfectly.

[@TheFam-j1t]

This is one of the best films in cinematic history! I’ve never heard such great vocals in my life! Judy looks spectacular in this film, stunning even, and her voice is lovely! This movie will never get old.

[@avuncular300]

A most wonderful moment in movie history. A perfect scene of innocence and radiance. Never to be repeated over the ensuing years,

[@intersezioni]

directed by a director of Italian origin 😘

[@akrenwinkle]

@@intersezioni If you mean ancestry, yes, one-half Italian, one-half French. Born in Chicago.

[@hmfrias]

Judy Garland was a genuine gift to the world. I discovered her as a child watching The Wizard of Oz for the first time .. she’s remained in my heart since 🌈

[@GregoryFerguson-e5k]

Happy 80th, Meet Me in St. Louis!

[@juicy3545]

This song is just so charming to watch and listen to

[@rebeccabaumann8783]

I always get goosebumps as soon as Judy Garland starts to sing. Love the old movies

[@callumnye2562]

Hello Rebecca, how are you doing?

[@akrenwinkle]

@@callumnye2562 Please answer this because I'm curious. I see all over these boards people replying "Hello _________, how are you doing?" The person posting it is always an older male (judging from the avi), and the recipient is always female. Just wondering, what's going on? Do you expect Rebecca Baumann to reply, "Fine, thank you for asking. I'm quite interested. We might live in different cities, but we can work things out. Here is my email address..."

[@nanamifan0220]

She is so beautiful and her voice is too

[@keishawnlight]

She looked so beautiful in this. Voice was at its peak and comedic choices was on point. She was honestly a delight on screen.

[@bfwebster]

My favorite Judy Garland movie, and one we watch every Christmas season.

[@williamcap2236]

Oh she still makes my heart go pitter patter after all these years ! One of my first crushes ! I will always love her voice. ❤

[@suzannerust8658]

You have great taste William, she was absolutely stunning

[@JinxMarie1985]

This took one take for her to sing. Also she met her future husband doing this film, she said she felt beautiful during this and with him. She was only 21 years old here. Its incredible!!

[@natalieann3041]

My favorite song of the movie!

[@theshygirlyouhavenevernoti8669]

Natalie Ann it's so sad that Judy has passed :c

[@flowers1038]

if Judy Garland was still alive she would've been the same age as betty white.

[@flowers1038]

by the way I love this song. :)

[@andyhaslam9231]

What a wonderful piece of film nostagia from 1944. Judy was about 21-22 when this was filmed. Talent just oozing out of her with her acting and singing ability. She certainly was a one off.

[@gabrielhuff6969]

Everything about this song is amazing from a composing/arranging perspective. The sound of those beautiful harmonies and the way the were recorded really are an amazing artifact of that era.

[@spongebobderricksgamingcha5512]

I love all her Judy Garland songs and I get drunk off my happiness and pride when I hear her music

[@hello-cara]

this deserves more views

[@courtneybrunner4112]

aworldofcaroline AND likes!

[@imsocuteimsorich4952]

Love the old musicals Judy was one of a kind I grew up singing songs of that time 55 years later I still listening and sing like I'm young again🌈💟😘

[@sicilline]

Whoever wrote this piece of music is a real genius!! The music is soooo amazing! The harmonies and the melodies...WOW 🤯😍🤩

[@BillofRights1951]

The orchestrations, the timing, choreography, everything about this sequence is perfect...and man was Judy a great lipsync'er...right on the beat of the soundtrack. What a professional. She will never be adequately appreciated for what she brought to American culture. Vincente Minelli clearly loved her and was a genius at framing her. God Rest her beautiful soul.

[@maeve5285]

For me Judy's tone of voice is something we may never hear again Music now is so far removed from this but listen to this wonderful performance ! An absolute legend

[@margie2853]

I love this song!!!

[@Rookies333]

Nothin like some good, old musicals 2 put u in a good mood❤❤❤ Hope we never lose these GEMS- so much talent

[@Rookies333]

Take it back- just realized my bangs r way 2 short & im rockin a Judy in ‘24😮😅

[@elainelosee7974]

Love this film, this song. Her enthusiasm is Contagious. She truly happier when On stage performing, and with her children. God, how I loved Her. She was amazingly good, great story teller, Marvelously talented at all She did. Thank you, Judy Garland, for Everything you did For you friends, Fans, how you Loved your Children.RIP

[@Kelly-nm4kw]

Hello Elaine, How are you doing?

[@elijahdoesmine9964]

As a St. Louis native this is one of my favorite movies to watch around christmas time

[@NintendoWizard24]

her face acting in the end is superb!

[@marysaunders8079]

I just love love love her reaction when she sees him & does her little nod at 3:46 aww Judy