Dive into Nostalgia: The Story Behind the “Who’s the Boss?” Theme Song
Hey there! Ever find yourself humming the theme song of “Who’s the Boss?” It’s one of those tunes that sticks with you, right? Let’s take a fun, friendly dive into it.
A Fresh Start with “Brand New Life”
So, here’s the scoop. The theme song is called “Brand New Life.” Pretty fitting, don’t you think? Martin Cohan and Blake Hunter, the genius minds behind the show, penned the lyrics. They weren’t just the writers—they created and produced the show too!
The Voices Behind the Magic
The music itself was composed by Larry Carlton and Robert Kraft. Throughout the show’s run, three different singers gave their voices to the theme. Larry Weiss kicked things off for the first two seasons. Then, country music star Steve Wariner took over for seasons three to five. Jonathan Wolff wrapped it up, singing for the last three seasons, from six to eight. Each singer brought their own vibe, keeping the song fresh and exciting.
A Little Lyric Makeover
Here’s a fun fact: the lyrics had a small makeover. Originally, it started with “There’s more to life than what you’re livin’,” but come season three, it changed to “There’s a time for love and a time for livin’.” Just a tiny tweak, but it added a new touch to the song.
Meet Tony Micelli: Our Lovable Hero
Let’s talk about Tony Micelli, the heart of the show. Imagine a former Major League Baseball player who had to hang up his glove due to a shoulder injury. Tony, now a widower, wants a better life for his daughter, Samantha. So, he packs up and leaves Brooklyn for Fairfield, Connecticut. His new gig? A live-in housekeeper for Angela Bower, a divorced advertising executive, and her son Jonathan.
The Dynamic Bower Household
Angela’s house isn’t just about work and responsibilities. Her mother, Mona Robinson, is quite the character! Mona is bold, sassy, and has an active dating life. She’s not your typical TV mom—she’s out there dating guys from college kids to CEOs, breaking all sorts of stereotypes.
A Glimpse into the Theme Song Evolution
Below, you’ll see a few different versions of the opening sequence/theme song. For more nitty-gritty details, scroll back up. If you’re curious about updates on the opening video sequence, you might want to check out another blog.
So, there you have it—a friendly chat about “Who’s the Boss?” and its memorable theme song. Hope you enjoyed this little nostalgia trip!
Lyrics
There’s more to life than what you’re livin’ / There’s a time for love and a time for livin’
You take a chance and face the wind
An open road and a road that’s hidden
A brand new life around the bend
There were times when I lost a dream or two
Found the trail, and at the end was you
There’s a path you take and a path untaken
The choice is up to you my friend
Nights are long but you’re on your way
To a brand new life,
Brand new life,
Brand new life around the bend.
