It debuted in 1963 and became a signature tune for the company’s advertising in 21 English-speaking countries that endured until 2010, when it was retired.

This groundbreaking work, set in Chicago during a highly charged 1927 recording session, features stirring musical numbers including Rainey’s eponymous signature tune.

He says he suddenly realized they should end the show with the prince taking over the Little Mermaid’s signature tune, “No Harm in Fantasy.”