The Rainbow Connection
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"The Rainbow Connection" is a popular song originally performed by Kermit the Frog (Jim Henson) in The Muppet Movie in 1979. By extension, as evidenced in the TV special, The Muppets at Walt Disney World, the song has come to epitomize the ideals and artistic spirit of Henson and his company as much as "When You Wish Upon a Star" represents Walt Disney and his company.

It has been covered by artists such as Sarah McLachlan, Kenny Loggins, The Dixie Chicks, Justin Timberlake, The Carpenters, Jason Mraz, Me First and the Gimme Gimmes, Caroline's Spine and many others. The song was written by Paul Williams and Kenneth (Kenny) Asher.


Chart success
Kermit's version of "The Rainbow Connection" reached #25 on the Billboard Hot 100 in November of 1979; the song remained in the Top 40 for 7 weeks total.

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Oscar nominations
Kenny Ascher received Oscar nominations at the 1979 Academy Awards both for the entire song score for the movie and for this unlikely radio hit which Kermit sings with all the dreamy wistfulness of a short, green Judy Garland. Actually, "The Rainbow Connection" serves the same purpose in this film that "Over the Rainbow" serves in The Wizard of Oz, with nearly equal effectiveness: an opening establishment of the characters' driving urge for something more in life. The song also won the Golden Globes for "Best Original Song" in 1979.

The song was recorded by the original voice of Kermit, Jim Henson, creator of the Muppets.

The popular song's name has been used by a number of charitable organizations wishing to evoke its message, including a children's charity similar to the Make-A-Wish Foundation[1], a summer camp for seriously ill children[2], and a horseback riding camp for people with disabilities[3]. It is also the name of a suspender and tie store[4] and a gay and lesbian retreat.[5]

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Notable lines from the song
Someday we'll find it, the rainbow connection, The lovers, the dreamers and me.
Why are there so many songs about rainbows?
I've heard it too many times to ignore it
All of us under its spell, we know that it's probably magic
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i absolutely love this song. it is one of my all-time favorites, especially the Kermit version. and it's special because it was my FIRST favorite of all time. probably the first song i was ever aware of.

Awwww...

But my favorite is "It's not easy being green..."

I love it. It's much better than "Being Green" IMO. I've heard a lot of covers, but the Kermit version is still the best.

AlexdeParis said:

Hilarious. I'm sitting here glancing at the sheet music I have for this on my floor . Actually I'm going to record it for my toddler niece and her on- the-way-sibling...it's a favorite...this one and "The House on Pooh Corner"

I don't think I've heard this

BlackBuddy said:

go download it! but get some Kleenex before you play it!

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1. The Muppet Show Theme - featuring The Muppets
2. Mahna Mahna/Lullaby Of Birdland - featuring Mahna Mahna & The Two Snowths
3. There's A New Sound - featuring Scooter
4. The Amazing Marvin Suggs And His Muppaphone Play "Lady Of Spain" - featuring Marvin Suggs & His Muppaphone
5. Trees - featuring Wayne & Wanda
6. A Monologue By Fozzie Bear - featuring Fozzie Bear & Kermit The Frog
7. Bein' Green - featuring Kermit The Frog
8. Simon Smith And His Amazing Dancing Bear - featuring Scooter & Fozzie Bear
9. Tenderly - featuring Dr. Teeth & The Electric Mayhem
10. Wishing Song - featuring The Great Gonzo
11. What Now My Love? - featuring Miss Piggy
12. Happy Feet - featuring Kermit The Frog & Frog Chorus
13. We Got Us - featuring The Muppets
14. Closing Theme (instrumental)
15. Rainbow Connection - featuring Kermit The Frog
16. Movin' Right Along - featuring Kermit The Frog & Fozzie Bear
17. Can You Picture That? - featuring Dr. Teeth & The Electric Mayhem
18. Finale: The Magic Store - featuring The Muppets
19. Hey A Movie! - featuring Kermit The Frog, Fozzie Bear, The Great Gonzo & Muppets
20. Happiness Hotel - featuring The Muppets
21. The First Time It Happens - featuring Kermit The Frog & Miss Piggy
22. Together Again - featuring Kermit The Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear & Muppets
23. I'm Gonna Always Love You - featuring Miss Piggy, Kermit The Frog, Fozzie Bear, Rowlf, Scooter & The Great Gonzo
24. He'll Make Me Happy - featuring Miss Piggy & Kermit The Frog
25. One More Sleep 'Til Christmas - featuring Kermit The Frog
26. Love Led Us Here (Muppets version) - featuring Kermit The Frog & Miss Piggy
27. I'm Going To Go Back There Someday (Muppets From Space version) - featuring The Great Gonzo

heartbeatocean said:

I have to agree with you there. And thanks 2 meltwithu for showing where I can find it.

I absolutely adore this song, but in certain moods I can't listen to it without crying.

meow85 said:

same here. it gets me very emotional.

BlackBuddy said:

This is on my "On The Go", ipod playlist. Great song!!!

i love Kermy... and elmo...