Hello Larry Theme Song And Lyrics

Welcome to the Airwaves: Behind the Song

The Hello, Larry theme song, composed by John LaSalle and Tom Smith, serves as the perfect sonic introduction to this quirky late-’70s workplace sitcom. Featuring McLean Stevenson (famous for his role on M*A*S*H) as Larry Alder, the series follows a radio talk show host who moves from the glitz of Los Angeles to the quieter pace of Portland, Oregon.

The lyrics “Portland is a long way from L.A.” highlight the central theme of the show: Larry’s struggle to balance his role as a provider of “easy answers” on the radio with the complex realities of raising two teenage daughters in a new city. Despite its brief 38-episode run on NBC, the catchy, lighthearted tune remains a nostalgic snapshot of the transition from the disco era to the ’80s sitcom landscape.