Written for the 1967 film of the same name!
In the movie, Lulu’s character performs the song at a school dance. Which makes no sense, since the phrase doesn’t even appear until later in the film, but whatever.
Fun trivia: see that outfit Lulu is wearing? Purple shirt, white skirt, pearls? Her char...
[Verse 1]
Those schoolgirl days
Of telling tales and biting nails are gone
But in my mind
I know they will still live on and on, and on
[Pre-Chorus]
But how do you thank someone
Who has taken you from crayons to perfume?
It isn't easy, but I'll try
I'll try
[Chorus]
If you wanted the sky
Write across the sky in letters
That would soar a thousand feet high
"To Sir, with love"
[Verse 2]
The time has come
For closing books and long last looks must end
And as I leave
I know that I am leaving my best friend
[Pre-Chorus]
A friend who taught me right from wrong
And weak from strong, that's a lot to learn
What, what can I give you in return?
Oh, oh
[Chorus]
If you wanted the moon
I would try to make a start
But I would rather you let me give my heart
To Sir, with love
If you wanted the moon
I would try to make a start
But I would rather you let me give my heart
To Sir, with love
To Sir with Love was written by Mark London & Don Black.
To Sir with Love was produced by Mickie Most.