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Diff'rent Strokes - Memes


"Diff'rent Strokes" is a popular theme song from the American television sitcom of the same name that aired from 1978 to 1986. The song was composed by Alan Thicke, Al Burton, and Gloria Loring. It became synonymous with the show, contributing to its iconic status. The lyrics were written by Alan and Marilyn Bergman. The melody is an upbeat and catchy tune with a mix of soul and funk influences. It showcases the unique vocal range of the performer, who was never explicitly mentioned in the song but is widely known to be actor Gary Coleman, who portrayed Arnold Jackson on the show. The track often surfaces in memes and nostalgia posts, adding to its continued popularity in modern culture.

Diff'rent Strokes - Meme - Arnold
Abertura c seriado Arnold que passava no Sbt e também tema de Memes

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Now ,
b D E . .
the world don't move
b a g e g a e
to the beat of just one drum
e d c c d d g . .
What might be right for you ,
d a g a g b , a . .
may not be right for some .

g b D E . .
A man is born
b a g a e . .
he's a man of means .
e d c e g . . , e d
Then along come two
a g a g b
they got nothing but their jeans .

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C D b . . a g
Diff'rent Strokes . It takes
C D b . . a g
Diff'rent Strokes . It takes
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Diff'rent Strokes to move the world .