C is for Cookie | Sing-a-Long
The Lyrical Literacy podcast https://podcast.humanitarians.ai/ explores the musical legacy of a beloved blue monster from children's television and his iconic cookie-themed anthem. This episode examines how a simple five-note melody became a cultural touchstone, featuring discussions of the character's unique vocal style, the song's musical simplicity, and its enduring appeal. We dive into how this character's enthusiasm for baked goods translated into a charming musical expression that generations have enjoyed.
Origin Summary
This episode focuses on a famous children's television song that first appeared in 1971 on Sesame Street. The song features Cookie Monster celebrating his favorite food with a simple, catchy tune that has become one of the most recognizable melodies in children's educational programming.
C is for Cookie
On Sesame Street,where the cookies crumble,
Cookie Monster sings,his voice a humble
Five-note wonder,a simple song,
Where cookies and melodies belong.
“C is for cookie,” that's good enough for me,
Five little notes in a cookie melody.
A monster's voice,deep and true,
Singing the blues,‘bout cookies too.
No ballads here,just crunchy treats,
On the stage,he feels the beats.
Grover might join,a duet they’d try,
Sounds like a cookie-filled battle cry.
Bill Sherman laughs,says it's quite a show,
With growls and gargles,the tunes they flow.
“Arrggh” they sing,not always on key,
But in Cookie’s world,it's perfect harmony.
“C is for cookie,” that's good enough for me,
Five little notes in a cookie melody.
A monster's voice,deep and true,
Singing the blues,‘bout cookies too.
So if you wander down Sesame Street,
And a singing monster you happen to meet.
Remember it’s Cookie,with his charming range,
Five notes of joy,and none would change.
“C is for cookie,” that's good enough for me,
Five little notes in a cookie melody.
A monster's voice,deep and true,
Singing the blues,‘bout cookies too.
Bill Sherman laughs,says it's quite a show,
With growls and gargles,the tunes they flow.
“Arrggh” they sing,not always on key,
But in Cookie’s world,it's perfect harmony.
“C is for cookie,” that's good enough for me,
Five little notes in a cookie melody.
A monster's voice,deep and true,
Singing the blues,‘bout cookies too.
So if you wander down Sesame Street,
And a singing monster you happen to meet.
Remember it’s Cookie,with his charming range,
Five notes of joy,and none would change.
“C is for cookie,” that's good enough for me,
Five little notes in a cookie melody.
A monster's voice,deep and true,
Singing the blues,‘bout cookies too.
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Parvati Patel Brown
https://music.apple.com/gb/artist/parvati-patel-brown/1781528271
https://open.spotify.com/artist/0tYk1RYgGD7k9MN0bd1p8u?si=kgAinxuRT3CNV9kF_5K3Zg
https://parvati.musinique.com
Tuzi Brown
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5DvRo9Gtg5bxsUUbKQBdg6?si=cycErkToTfKhcumPnlzt2w
https://music.apple.com/us/artist/tuzi-brown/1838852692
https://tuzi.musinique.com
