Watch out cause here we come
It’s been a while but
We’re back with style so
Get set to have some fun
We’ll bring you action
And satisfaction
We’re the Chipmunks
Chipmunks!
We’re the Chipmunks
Guaranteed to brighten your day
When you feel like a laugh
Give us a call we’ll
Give you our all
And if you
Feel like a song tune in to us and
Sing right along
We’re the Chipmunks coming on stronger than ever before
We’re the Chipmunks: Alvin, Simon, Theodore!
Do do do do do do
Do do do do do do!
80s Animated Opening
The 80s Revival
While the Chipmunks were created by Ross Bagdasarian Sr. in 1958, the 1983 NBC series Alvin and the Chipmunks redefined the characters for a new generation. This iteration introduced a more modern musical style, frequently featuring “Chipmunk-ified” covers of contemporary pop hits, which became a staple of the show’s eight-season run.
The iconic theme song, “We’re the Chipmunks,” emphasized the group’s return to the spotlight (“It’s been a while but we’re back with style”). The series also famously introduced The Chipettes (Brittany, Jeanette, and Eleanor), providing a female counterpart to the trio and expanding the musical range of the show. The production was a family affair, with Ross Bagdasarian Jr. and Janice Karman providing the voices for the Chipmunks and Chipettes respectively.
Who are the Chipettes?
The Chipettes are a trio of female chipmunk singers—Brittany, Jeanette, and Eleanor—who were introduced in the first season (1983) as rivals and eventually friends of Alvin and his brothers.
Who voices Alvin in this series?
Ross Bagdasarian Jr. voiced Alvin, Simon, and David Seville, following in the footsteps of his father, the franchise creator.
How many episodes were produced?
The 1980s series produced 102 episodes (often containing multiple segments) across 8 seasons before being rebranded as The Chipmunks Go to the Movies in its final year.
