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"Barry's lyrics almost always speak to the reality of children's lives. The humor in each song is Polisar's method of enabling children to look at what goes right and what goes wrong in their lives. The production is high quality. Many of the songs are mixed on several tracks to create a fuller sound. The acoustic guitar on most tracks allows for the lyrics to take center stage. Polisar's brand of humor is unique in children's recordings. This is a good addition for collections wanting to expand their Polisar repertoire or for those purchasing their first recording by the artist."

School Library Journal


"Polisar writes and performs children's songs with a humorous yet lifelike twist."

The Sunday Oklahoman
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma


"Polisar's songs examine children's hidden thoughts and feelings, tackling subjects in an honest and humorous way."

Richmond Times Dispatch
Richmond, Virginia


"His songs are humorous anthems that will have non-conformist children clamoring for more."

The Chicago Tribune
Chicago, Illinois


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Family Trip

Barry Louis Polisar
$14.95, CD
ISBN# 0-938663-47-X


Barry Louis Polisar gained an early reputation for writing witty and honest songs about real families--and what a trip they are! This recording contains many of those early Polisar classic songs, re-recorded with a full musical texture and style that includes Memphis slide, blues and folk influences. Barry sings about family car trips, wacky relatives and the joys of getting up on an early Sunday morning.


To hear a short sample of the songs on this CD, click the arrows or download the entire song or album from iTunes: Barry Louis Polisar - Family Trip

  1. It's My Mother and My Father and My Sister and the Dog
  2. We Don't Have to Share
  3. My Brother Threw Up On My Stuffed Toy Bunny
  4. He Eats Asparagus, Why Can't You Be That Way?
  5. But I'm Just Thirteen
  6. Go and Hush the Baby
  7. Oh No, I Like My Sister
  8. I Sneaked Into the Kitchen in the Middle of the Night
  9. Mom Said, "No," I Said, "Why?"
  10. When the House is Dark and Quiet
  11. Aunt Anna Came to Our House
  12. I Miss Grandma
  13. Early Sunday Morning