| "Moonlight in Vermont" | |
|---|---|
 Original 1944 single release | |
| Song | |
| Released | 1944 |
| Genre | Popular music |
| Composer | Karl Suessdorf |
| Lyricist | John Blackburn |
"Moonlight in Vermont" is apopular song about the U.S. state ofVermont, written byJohn Blackburn (lyrics) andKarl Suessdorf (music) and published in1944.[1] It was introduced byMargaret Whiting in a1944 recording.[1]
The lyrics are unusual in that they do not rhyme.[1] John Blackburn, the lyricist, has been quoted as saying, "After completing the first 12 bars of the lyric, I realized there was no rhyme and then said to Karl, 'Let’s follow the pattern of no rhyme throughout the song.' It seemed right."[2] The lyrics are also unconventional in that each verse (not counting the bridge) is ahaiku.[1]
The song is considered an unofficialstate song of Vermont and is frequently played as the first dance song at Vermontwedding receptions.[3]
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"Moonlight in Vermont" has beencovered by numerous other artists over the years, including:
If you have ever been to a wedding in Vermont you undoubtedly have heard Moonlight in Vermont.
