Four Small Feet Through Oz | Lyrical Literacy (Oz Sung)

Four Small Feet Through Oz |  Lyrical Literacy (Oz Sung)

 

The song: https://open.spotify.com/track/454uS0uJgGaBlvK12Y8l0A?si=8844b9debe794b23

 

The Lyrical Literacy Podcast presents a unique retelling of "The Wizard of Oz" from Toto's perspective. This episode features a reggae-inspired musical journey that reimagines the classic tale through the loyal dog's eyes. The song explores themes of courage, loyalty, and the unspoken heroism of Dorothy's faithful companion as he navigates the strange world of Oz, from the initial tornado landing to the final confrontation with the wizard. Through poetic lyrics, we experience how Toto perceives the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Cowardly Lion, while highlighting his unwavering devotion to Dorothy throughout their adventure.

Origin

This episode draws inspiration from L. Frank Baum's "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," published in 1900. The classic children's novel has become one of the most well-known stories in American popular culture, especially after the 1939 film adaptation. The original work is now in the public domain, allowing for creative reinterpretations like this one that shifts the narrative perspective to a previously secondary character.

 

Four Small Feet Through Oz

Never begged for skies so high Or houses fallin’ from the sky One minute I was chasin’ cats Next thing I know—crash—Dorothy’s flat

A cloud of dust, a witch’s scream But Dorothy stayed strong in the dream She held me close, heart full of shock While I just scanned the yellow rock

The air was sweet but strange and wrong With singin’ trees and rainbow song The lion growled, I didn’t move He shook like leaves with somethin’ to prove

The strawman smiled with stitched-up pride But lost his stuffing every stride And tinman stiff, with hollow tone Would freeze up solid if left alone

Oh Toto love, you brave, you true You walked through fire and followed through When skies turned dark and witches flew You stayed by me, you always do

Through poppy fields so deep, so wide Where dreams did pull and truth did hide I barked and bit, I kicked and fought To keep her safe—that’s all I thought

The wizard roared, the fire rose high But I could see it was a lie I tugged the curtain, showed his face And barked the truth in that wild place

You never spoke in words, it’s true But every bark said what to do You were my compass through the mist Each time I feared, you would persist

No need for medals, scrolls, or fame No lion’s badge, no wizard’s game Just her soft voice, her hand in mine That’s all I need, and I’ll be fine

So if you think I’m just a pet You haven’t heard my journey yet Through Oz I ran on four small feet With rhythm strong and reggae beat

You’re more than dog, you’re heart and flame Through every storm, you knew my name If Oz was wild and full of fright You were my roots, you were my light

So if you think I’m just a pet You haven’t heard my journey yet Through Oz I ran on four small feet With rhythm strong and reggae beat You’re more than dog, you’re heart and flame Through every storm you knew my name When Oz was wild and full of fright You were my roots, you were my light

 

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