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(Theme From) The Monkees
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Wikipedia article
"'(Theme from) 'The Monkees'" is a 1966 pop rock song, written by Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart as the signature tune for the TV series 'The Monkees'. Two versions were recorded one for their first album 'The Monkees' and a second shorter rendition designed to open the television show. Both feature vocals by Micky Dolenz. It is based loosely on the Dave Clark Five song (including finger snap intro) "Catch Us If You Can".
The full-length version was released as a single in several countries including Australia, where it became a hit, reaching No. 8. It also made 'Billboard Magazine'
A slower version sung by Boyce and Hart was recorded for an early production of the pilot episode (16mm black and white). This can be found on the Special Features section of the Monkees season 1 DVD box set.
The song is featured in the trailer for the 1994 film 'Monkey Trouble', and it is used on the 'Minions' film soundtrack.
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Category:1966 songs
Category:Songs written by Bobby Hart
Category:Songs written by Tommy Boyce
Category:The Monkees songs
Category:Comedy television theme songs
Category:Music television series theme songs
Category:Song recordings produced by Tommy Boyce
Category:Song recordings produced by Bobby Hart
Category:1967 singles
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