The Jungle Book (1967)

Ceremony Year: 1968Category: Best Original SongReleased: 1967

Nominated Talent & Credits

Terry Gilkyson— Music and Lyrics by Terry Gilkyson

Synopsis / Overview

The boy Mowgli makes his way to the man-village with Bagheera, the wise panther. Along the way he meets jazzy King Louie, the hypnotic snake Kaa and the lovable, happy-go-lucky bear Baloo, who teaches Mowgli "The Bare Necessities" of life and the true meaning of friendship.

Historical Academy Record

MUSIC (Song) — 40th Academy Awards (1968)

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