Adriana Caselotti - Some Day My Prince Will Come Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who composed and wrote the lyrics for 'Some Day My Prince Will Come'?

   The song 'Some Day My Prince Will Come' was composed by Frank Churchill and the lyrics were written by Larry Morey. It was specially commissioned for the 1937 Walt Disney animated film, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

2. When does 'Some Day My Prince Will Come' first appear in the movie Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs?

   The song 'Some Day My Prince Will Come' first appears 57 minutes and 40 seconds into the 1937 animated film Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. It is sung by Princess Snow White as a bedtime song.

3. What is significant about Adriana Caselotti's role in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs?

   Adriana Caselotti was the voice of Snow White in Disney's 1937 film Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. She was uniquely discovered when she interrupted a phone call between her father and a talent scout and recommended herself for the role. She worked on the film for three years for a nominal fee and was named a Disney Legend in 1994.

4. How did 'Some Day My Prince Will Come' transition into a jazz standard?

   After its release in the movie, 'Some Day My Prince Will Come' became popular in jazz circles. Notable performances include a rendition by the Ghetto Swingers at the Theresienstadt concentration camp during WWII and later jazz recordings by artists like Dave Brubeck and Miles Davis.

5. What accolades has 'Some Day My Prince Will Come' received?

   The American Film Institute ranked 'Some Day My Prince Will Come' as the 19th greatest film song of all time in their list of the 100 Greatest Songs in 100 Years of Films. It is the second-highest ranked Disney song on the list.

6. Did Adriana Caselotti receive recognition for her role in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs?

   While Adriana Caselotti was not initially credited for her role as Snow White's voice and struggled to find new opportunities afterward, she was later recognized as a Disney Legend in 1994. She also made various guest appearances and re-recorded parts of her songs for Disney exhibits.