eric idle look on the bright side of life

However, Michael Palin noted in his diary for 16 June 1978 that during a script meeting, 'Eric's two songs-'Otto' and the 'Look on the Bright Side' crucifixion song-are rather coolly received before lunch.' Despite being initially underwhelmed, the group warmed to Idle's efforts and the song was retained. Originally the song was sung in a more straight fashion, which the other Python members eventually agreed would be good enough for the end of the film. Whilst trying to come up with a way of ending the film Monty Python's Life of Brian, Eric Idle wrote an original version of the song on a Gibson J-50 guitar using only jazz chords he learnt from a course by Mickey Baker.

Idle performed the song live to a global audience at the 2012 Summer Olympics closing ceremony during the one-hour symphony of British Music segment. It became immensely popular, reaching No. Written in the British music hall tradition, the song touches on stoicism and the ' stiff upper lip' spirit in the face of adversity, so often associated with British people. ' Always Look on the Bright Side of Life' is a comedy song written by Monty Python member Eric Idle that was first featured in the Python film Life of Brian and has gone on to become a common singalong at public events such as football matches as well as funerals. ' Always Look on the Bright Side of Life' / ' Brian'

From the album Monty Python's Life of Brian soundtrackġ979 Chappell Studios Bond Street – Friar Park Studio, Henley-On-Thames

Eric idle look on the bright side of life