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What's Up, Tiger Lily?

by The Lovin' Spoonful

Released: August 09, 1966

Folk rock, instrumental rock

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Why This Album Matters

This album matters because its strongest editorial story is: Chart Success.

The Album

The film, for which this album serves as a soundtrack, was a unique and comedic take where Woody Allen obtained the rights to a Japanese spy movie, removed the original script, and replaced with his own that completely changed the story. "What's Up, Tiger Lily?" is the soundtrack album for the 1966 comedy film of the same name, directed by Woody Allen. The album features music composed and performed by the American rock band, The Lovin' Spoonful.

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Originally released in 1966, the soundtrack includes a…

Originally released in 1966, the soundtrack includes a total of 12 tracks, with good blends of rock, pop, and folk elements that the band is known for.

The soundtrack aided the comic effects of the…

The soundtrack aided the comic effects of the film and stands as an enjoyable set of music in its own right.

However, the album stands more as a collector's…

However, the album stands more as a collector's item, as it presents a unique intersection of the cinematic and musical worlds during the 1960s.

Please note, while every effort is made to…

Please note, while every effort is made to provide accurate details, it's recommended to consult the official resources for the most reliable information.

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Reception

The well-known single from this album, "Pow!", was on the Billboard Hot 100.

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The Complete Album Story

"What's Up, Tiger Lily?" is the soundtrack album for the 1966 comedy film of the same name, directed by Woody Allen. The album features music composed and performed by the American rock band, The Lovin' Spoonful. Originally released in 1966, the soundtrack includes a total of 12 tracks, with good blends of rock, pop, and folk elements that the band is known for.

The soundtrack aided the comic effects of the film and stands as an enjoyable set of music in its own right. The well-known single from this album, "Pow!", was on the Billboard Hot 100. However, the album stands more as a collector's item, as it presents a unique intersection of the cinematic and musical worlds during the 1960s.

Please note, while every effort is made to provide accurate details, it's recommended to consult the official resources for the most reliable information.