The Pink Panther theme song is an instantly recognizable and iconic piece of music composed by the legendary Henry Mancini. Created by Friz Freleng and David H. DePatie, the Pink Panther animated series first premiered on September 6, 1969, in the UK.
The theme song, with its catchy and jazzy melody, perfectly captures the playful and mischievous nature of the beloved pink feline character. It became synonymous with the franchise and has since become an enduring symbol of comedy and sophistication.
Airing for 11 seasons and totalling 190 episodes, the Pink Panther series delighted audiences with its blend of comedy, slapstick, and anthology-style storytelling. It was broadcast on both the American Broadcasting Company (ABC) and NBC networks.
The music for the Pink Panther series was not limited to the famous theme song alone. Composers such as Doug Goodwin, Walter Greene, Steve DePatie, and William Lava contributed to the vibrant and lively musical score, adding depth and whimsy to the animated adventures.
Even after the series’ final episode on August 30, 1980, the Pink Panther theme song remains a beloved and timeless piece of music, forever associated with the suave and hilarious world of the Pink Panther.
Pink Panther Lyrics
Think of all the animals you’ve ever heard about
like rhinoc’ruses and tigers cats and mink
There are lots of funny animals in all this world
But have you ever seen a panther that is pink?
Think!
A panther that is positively pink,
Well here he is, the pink panther,
The rinky dink panther,
Isn’t he a panther ever so pink?
He really is a groovy cat,
and what a gentleman, a scholar, what an acrobat!
He’s in the pink the pink panther
The rinky dink panther,
and it’s as plain as your nose,
that he’s the one and only, truly original,
Panther pink panther from head to toes!
