A Gal in Calico


"A Gal in Calico" is a song by American composer Arthur Schwartz, with words written by Leo Robin.

Appearance in film

The song was introduced in the 1946 film The Time, the Place and [the Girl (1946 film)|The Time, the Place and the Girl]. In the film, it was performed by Dennis Morgan, Jack Carson, Martha Vickers and chorus.
It was nominated for Academy Award for Best Original Song of 1948 but lost out to "Zip-a-Dee-Doo-Dah".

Chart appearances

Four versions have entered the US Billboard charts: Johnny Mercer ; Tex Beneke ; Benny Goodman and Bing Crosby.

Other recordings

The song has also been recorded by: Steve Lawrence, Vic Damone, and the Manhattan Transfer.