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(Victor 25245)
Recorded 1/24/1936 Chicago, Illinois. Studio C.
Benny Goodman Orchestra (Musical group)
Helen Ward (vocalist)
Benny Goodman (director)
Benny Goodman (instrumentalist : clarinet)
Johnny Mercer (lyricist)
Matty Malneck (composer)
Bueno buenísimo (Parallel (translated) title)

"Goody Goody" is a 1936 popular song composed by Matty Malneck, with lyrics by Johnny Mercer. First recording of the song was by Ted Wallace and His Swing Kings.
Other popular recordings in 1936 were by Benny Goodman and his Orchestra (with vocalist Helen Ward), Freddy Martin & His Orchestra (vocal by Terry Shand), and by Bob Crosby & His Orchestra.
"Goody Goody" is a popular song associated with the Great Ziegfeld musical film, specifically featured on the flip side of Benny Goodman's popular hit. Discogs records. "It's Been So Long," also from the same film, was recorded by Benny Goodman & his Orchestra with vocals by Helen Ward. The song "Goody Goody" is also known for its use in various other forms of media and entertainment.