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Mittens - Official Song

by Chris Sanders

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Where to today pondered Mittens As he stretched a paw out of his bed “With the key to the city, I am one lucky kitty” What adventures lay ahead. “Take a seat here”, said the barber “I Don’t mind if I do.” don’t use scissors…They give him the shivers "I really just need a shampoo!” (Thank you) Mittens, the most adventurous cat in the world He likes to investigate, just as much as licking his fur He may turn up in your back yard, your car, or favourite chair "So listen out carefully, for my familiar purrrr" Mittens passed by a strange building “Excuse me miss – where is this… please?” "You have arrived at the Beehive." “That’s odd, I can’t see any bees.” Mittens tried out a Yoga Class He’d never done it before “But doing downward doggie is no move for a moggie” So he ran straight out the door!!! Mittens the cat, loves to be free You may find him in your garden, going for a …. Erm “Excuse me!” He may be quite social, but he also likes privacy And he really loves annoying, that guy who owned Trade Me "What are you doing in my garden mittens" - hehe Mittens strolled in to the museum For a dose of arts, culture and history Got a BIG surprise, when he saw with his eyes “Hey, that’s a picture of me!” Mittens waltzed in to the theatre Now Showing “CATS” his favourite show At the top of his lungs sings the songs to be sung From a seat in the front row Mittens the cat, has become a celebrity If you see him on your journey why not go and grab a selfie Then put it on the internet, for all the world to see Because knowing his location, keeps everyone happy – "especially my owner” You may find him at the waterfront, by a fountain or up a tree In a tattoo parlour, or a café sipping tea Maybe in a dance club, practising merengue “Don’t worry I’m not lost, so come say hi to me” Mittens the cat, likes a pat on the head And seeing smiley faces from the kindness that he spreads It’s almost time to head home, to his comfy bed But first I have an interview on Radio NZ Yes first I have an interview on Radio NZ

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Mittens is arguably New Zealand’s most famous Cat. He was awarded the Key to Wellington City by the Mayor, has had his own exhibition at Wellington Museum and now he’s getting his very own official song!

Written by 2020 Children’s Tui Award Finalist Chris Sanders and Natalie Conaty, “Mittens – Official Song” is all about the adventures of Mittens around the city of Wellington.

The Turkish Angora kitty, known affectionately by his legions of fans as ‘His Royal Floofiness (HRF)’ shot to fame when he began turning up in random places around Wellington, from offices to rest homes, yoga studios to night clubs – he’s even been known interrupt the occasional health and safety briefing!

As his reputation grew, a Facebook page, ‘The Wondrous Adventures of Mittens’ was set up and has grown to 65K fans (growing by the day) who follow his every move. For those lucky enough to encounter Mittens on his journey, selfies are snapped and shared on his page for the whole world to enjoy.

In a year that has seen so many people suffer from loneliness, isolation and separation, Mittens has become a great ambassador in bringing people together and spreading joy around the world. So at the request of His Royal Floofiness a portion of proceeds from the song downloads are going to The Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand!

There’s something for the little and big kids in this song, it’s catchy, a little bit cheeky and very funny! As part of the release of the song there is also a music video featuring Mitten, those he has met on his travels and some well know Wellington faces!

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released December 12, 2020

Written by Chris Sanders and Natalie Conaty
Sung by Chris Sanders
Produced by Rikki Morris at Bat Cave Studios Auckland
Co-produced by Chris Sanders
Cover artwork by Natalie Conaty

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Chris Sanders Auckland, New Zealand

Chris is an award winning children’s musician and author. In 2020 he was nominated for a prestigious Tui Award as Best Children’s Music Artist along with a nomination for Best Children’s Music Video at the NZ Children’s Music Awards. That same year he was awarded an NZ Honour 'The Order of St John Priory Vote of thanks for his charitable work through his music and children's books. ... more

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