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Brady Bunch Theme Song And Lyrics

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Song TitleThe Brady Bunch Theme
ComposersFrank De Vol and Sherwood Schwartz
PerformersThe Peppermint Trolley Company (S1) / The Brady Kids (S2-5)
Original Air DateSeptember 26, 1969
Episodes / Seasons117 Episodes (5 Seasons)
NetworkABC
LanguageEnglish

Theme Song Lyrics

Here’s the story of a lovely lady Who was bringing up three very lovely girls All of them had hair of gold, like their mother The youngest one in curls Here’s the story of a man named Brady Who was busy with three boys of his own They were four men living all together Yet they were all alone Till the one day when the lady met this fellow And they knew that it was much more than a hunch That this group must somehow form a family That’s the way they all became the Brady Bunch The Brady Bunch! The Brady Bunch! That’s the way we became the Brady Bunch!

Behind the Tune: Meaning & Story

The Brady Bunch theme song is widely considered one of the most effective “premise pilots” in television history. Written by show creator Sherwood Schwartz and composer Frank De Vol, the song succinctly explains the backstory of the blended family, saving valuable screen time in every episode. The famous “tic-tac-toe” grid visual used during the intro allowed the audience to see all nine main characters (and Alice the housekeeper) simultaneously.

Interestingly, the vocals for the first season were performed by a professional group called The Peppermint Trolley Company. However, starting in Season 2, the six Brady children—Barry Williams, Maureen McCormick, Christopher Knight, Eve Plumb, Mike Lookinland, and Susan Olsen—recorded the vocals themselves. As the kids grew up and their voices changed, the theme was re-recorded to reflect their aging, which added a unique layer of authenticity to the series.

Running for five seasons and 117 episodes, The Brady Bunch became a cornerstone of American syndication. The theme song’s optimistic melody and storytelling lyrics have been parodied and referenced countless times in pop culture, from movies to commercials. It remains a timeless symbol of 1970s television and the “harmonious family” ideal that the show portrayed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who sang the theme song?
In the first season, it was recorded by a professional group called The Peppermint Trolley Company. From the second season until the end of the series, the Brady children sang it themselves.
What is a “hunch” in the lyrics?
A “hunch” is an intuitive feeling or a guess. The lyrics suggest that Mike and Carol’s connection was so strong it was “much more” than just a random feeling.
Did the song change over time?
Yes, the musical arrangement and the children’s vocals were updated as the actors got older, particularly to account for the boys’ voices deepening.
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