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Why didn't the streaks on the china never matter before?


Why didn't even Marsha care?

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Funny thread title. I love the lyrics from the theme song. Obviously, it is meant in jest that the family was not as proper or class-conscious before Mr. Belvedere came into their lives.

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Actually, the lyrics weren't custom made for the show. They were recycled from a rejected NBC pilot named Help, which was resurrected as Marblehead Manor in syndication.

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I did not realize that. Thanks for the great bit of trivia!

The song certainly fits this show and its premise like a glove. It's one of the best TV show theme songs ever. I rate it in my top five, with the themes for Maude, The Love Boat, Gimme a Break! and Cheers.

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