This particular recording was sung by Arthur Askey, who was accompanied by Billy Cotton & His Band (vocal: Alan Breeze). The Lyrics to “Kiss Me Goodnight, Sergeant Major” are as follows:Īnd bring me ’round a nice hot cup of tea Though this piece is written by Art Noel and Dan Pelosi, The most famous recording is by Arthur Askey, as well as many others including The Friends of Fiddler’s Green on their This Side Of The Ocean album, Vera Lynn, George Formby, Chas & Dave, Sod’s Opera, Len Luscombe, Elsie Carlisle and Max Bygraves, whom were all famous for their work during the second world war.
“Kiss Me Goodnight, Sergeant Major” is an English song written in 1939 and is considered a WWII soldier’s song.
