As you might expect the only way to follow a series of posts about sheep is with something featuring goats.
“The Lonely Goatherd” is a popular show tune from the 1959 Rodger and Hammerstein musical The Sound of Music. This song tells the whimsical story of a goatherd whose yodelling is heard from far off and by passers-by, until he falls in love with a girl who wears a pale-pink coat, with her mother joining in the yodelling. For the 1965 film adapation, screenwriter Ernest Lehman repositioned this song to a later part of the film wherein Maria (played by Julie Andrews) and the children sing it as part of a marionette show they perform for their father.
“Goat Annie” is a song taken from ‘One to One‘ the 12th album by American singer-songwriter Carole King, released in 1982. It is also the name of the accompanying concert video, currently available only on VHS and Laser Disc. ‘One to One’ the video contains on-camera comments by Carole King as well as live performances from ‘One to One’ the studio album, and some of her best-known songs from previous LP’s. This upbeat song describes the life of a goat-loving neighbour she had named Annie. Despite the rumours of Annie’s preference for goats over humans, the narrator finds Annie to be a great person.
“Where is my Goat” is a 2012 song by Taryn Southern. Southern is a storyteller, artist, speaker and brand strategist who works with emerging technologies. She was formerly known for her work as a TV host, actress and YouTuber. Taryn Southern wrote the song called “Where Is My Goat?” inspired by a dream she had about a goat. The lyrics depict the protagonist’s desperation to find and hold onto the goat, and the sadness she feels when she loses it.
“Goats in Trees” is a 2014 song by the American indie pop band Foster the People. This song is about a man who has given up on his dreams. He says that he wants to be like the trees and find peace, even though he almost almost gave up entirely. The song is very mellow and comtemplates some deep thoughts, along with humorous lyrics such as “I would rather live in a home next to goats in trees.” Its lyrics are very relatable for anyone who has been through a rough patch in their life.
“Hang With The Goats” is a 2020 song by SoFaygo an American rapper and singer . This song is a party anthem that encourages everyone to let loose and have a good time. It’s about having fun and not caring what other people think. The lyrics are light-hearted and fun, and the beat is catchy enough to get stuck in your head for days on end. Its lyrics are perfect for anyone who wants to let loose and have a good time.
