In the iconic story "The Wizard of Oz," the phrase "ding dong the witch is wiped out" represents a pivotal moment in the narrative. When the Wicked Witch of the East is crushed by Dorothy's house upon her arrival in Oz, the Munchkins joyfully sing this memorable line. It signifies the end of the witch's reign of terror and sets in motion Dorothy's journey to find the Wizard and ultimately return home. The phrase encapsulates the relief and triumph felt by the characters and creates a sense of hope for the audience as they anticipate the adventures that lie ahead. Additionally, the phrase echoes the theme of good triumphing over evil, a prevalent motif throughout the story. Through this catchphrase, the audience is reminded of the power of teamwork, courage, and determination in overcoming obstacles and achieving success.
Ding-dong! The merry-o, sing it high, sing it low.
The repetition of ding-dong and the mention of ringing bells emphasize the jubilant atmosphere and the desire to spread the news of the witch s demise. The Witch Is Dead Come out, come out wherever you are And meet the young lady who fell from a star Glinda Come out, come out wherever you are And meet the young lady who fell from a star She fell from the sky, she fell very far And Kansas she says is the name of the star.
Through this catchphrase, the audience is reminded of the power of teamwork, courage, and determination in overcoming obstacles and achieving success. Thus, "ding dong the witch is wiped out" serves as a memorable and impactful symbol in "The Wizard of Oz.".
Andrew Lloyd Webber
Munchkinland / Ding-dong! The Witch Is Dead
Come out, come out wherever you are
And meet the young lady who fell from a star
(Glinda)
Come out, come out wherever you are
And meet the young lady who fell from a star
She fell from the sky, she fell very far
And Kansas she says is the name of the star.
(Munchkins)
Kansas she says is the name of the star
(Glinda)
She brings you good news, or haven't you heard
When she fell out of Kansas a miracle occurred!
(Dorothy)
It really was no miracle
What happened was just this:
The wind began to switch the house to pitch
And suddenly the hinges started to unhitch
Just then the witch, to satisfy and itch
Went flying on her broomstick thumbling for a hitch
(Munchkin Man)
And oh what heppened then was rich
(Munchkins)
The house began to pitch, the kitchen took a slitch
It landed on the wicked witch in the middle of a ditch
Which was not a healty situation for the wicked witch!
The house began to pitch, the kitchen took a slitch
It landed on the wicked witch in the middle of a ditch
Which was not a healthy situation for the wicked witch
Who began to twitch, and was reduced to just a stitch
Of what was once the wicked witch!
(Munchkin 1)
We thank you very sweetly for doing it so neatly
(Munchkin 2)
You've killed her so completely,
That we thank you very sweetly
(Glinda)
Let the joyous news be spread
The wicked, old witch at last is dead
(Munchkins)
Ding-dong the witch is dead
Which old witch? The wicked witch!
Ding-dong the wicked witch is dead
Wake up you sleepyhead
Rub your eyes, get out of bed
Wake up the wicked witch is dead
She's gone where the goblins go,
Below - Below - Below
Yo-ho, let's open up and sing and ring the bells out.
Ding Dong's the merry-oh, sing it high, sing it low
Let them know the Wicked Witch is dead!
(Mayor)
As mayor of the Munchkin City
In the county of the land of Oz
I welcome you most regally
(Judge)
But we've got to verify it legally
To see.
(Judge)
Is morally, ethically
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(Munchkin 1)
Spiritually, physically
(Munchkin 2)
Positively, absolutely
(Munchkin Men)
Undeniably and reliably dead!
(ner)
As ner, I thoroughly examined her
And she's not only merely dead,
She's really most sincerely dead
(Mayor)
Then this is a day of independence for all the munchkins
And their descendants
Yes, let the joyous news be spread
The wicked old witch at last is dead!
(Munchkins)
Ding-dong the witch is dead
Which old witch? The wicked witch!
Ding-dong the wicked witch is dead
Wake up you sleepyhead
Rub your eyes, get out of bed
Wake up the wicked witch is dead
She's gone where the goblins go,
Below - Below - Below
Yo-ho, let's open up and sing and ring the bells out.
Ding Dong's the merry-oh, sing it high, sing it low
Let them know the Wicked Witch is dead!
(Lullaby League)
We represent the Lullaby League
The Lullaby League, the Lullaby League.
And in the name of the Lullaby League
We wish to welcome you to Munchkin Land
(Lollipop Guild)
We represent the Lollipop Guild
The Lollipop Guild, the Lollipop Guild.
And in the name of the Lollipop Guild
We wish to welcome you to Munchkin Land
(Munchkins)
We welcome you to Munchkin Land
Tra la la la la la la la la la la la
(Munchkin 1)
From now on you'll be history
(Munchkin 2)
You'll be his.
(Munchkin 3)
You'll be his.
(Munchkin 4)
You'll be history
(Munchkin 1)
And we will glorify your name
You will be a bust.
(Munchkin 2)
Be a bust.
(Munchkin 3)
Be a bust.
(All)
In the hall of fame
Tra la la la la la la la la la la
Tra la la la la la la
Tra la la la la la la la la la la
Tra la la la la la la
(Munchkin Man)
And oh what heppened then was rich
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Reviews for "The Music of Oz: Discovering the Memorable Songs of The Wizard of Oz"
1. Jane - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "The Wizard of Oz: Ding Dong, the Witch is Wiped Out." The entire film felt like a poorly executed parody rather than a true adaptation. The storyline was weak, and the acting was subpar. The humor fell flat, and the overall tone of the movie didn't capture the magic and charm of the original "Wizard of Oz" film. The songs were forgettable, and the special effects were cheesy. I wouldn't recommend this film to fans of the classic, as it feels like a cheap knock-off.
2. Mark - 1 star - I found "The Wizard of Oz: Ding Dong, the Witch is Wiped Out" to be a complete waste of time. The attempt to modernize the story only resulted in a messy and confusing plot. The characters lacked depth and the dialogue was cringe-worthy. The musical numbers were unbearable and didn't add any value to the film. The overall production quality was low, with cheap costumes and unimpressive special effects. This movie failed to capture the magic and wonder of the original, and I regret watching it.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - As a fan of the original "Wizard of Oz" film, I was excited to see "Ding Dong, the Witch is Wiped Out." However, I was left disappointed by this adaptation. The changes made to the story felt forced and unnecessary. The humor was juvenile and didn't resonate with me. The performances were mediocre, and the overall direction of the film was lackluster. The songs lacked the catchiness and depth of the original, and I found myself disconnected from the characters. This film simply didn't live up to my expectations and didn't capture the magic of the original film.