What a Wenday Whimsy day it tis today, wouldn’t you all say? A fitting song choice for such a delightfully extra mood is a spin of “Perfect Isn’t Easy” from the 1988 Disney animated film, Oliver & Company.
Sung by the legendary animated diva Georgette—voiced by Bette Midler—this number marks her grand entrance in the film, serving as her glittering introduction sequence. The entire scene is a campy, over‑the‑top ode to vanity, glamour, and self‑worship, as Georgette struts through her bedroom, surrounded by trophies, ribbons, and all the trimmings of a pampered, prize‑winning poodle.
Composed by Barry Manilow, with lyrics by Jack Feldman and Bruce Sussman, “Perfect Isn’t Easy” is a jazzy, theatrical showstopper that leans all the way into Georgette’s ego and perfectionist persona. It’s dramatic, playful, and knowingly extra—exactly the kind of song that winks at the audience while serving full animated glamour.
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For those who grew up on Oliver & Company, this track is pure nostalgia: big vocals, big attitude, and that classic late‑80s Disney musical flair. For newer listeners, it’s a reminder that animated characters have been serving diva energy long before the current era of pop‑culture memes.
CREDITS
Song: Perfect Isn’t Easy Film: Oliver & Company (1988) Character/Performer: Georgette (voiced by Bette Midler) Composer: Barry Manilow Lyricists: Jack Feldman, Bruce Sussman Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
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