Composer & Lyricist: Lionel Bart
"Oliver" has songs that are integral to the plot of the movie. The score has a mixture of songs with humorous lyrics, such as "I'm Reviewing the Situation," and poignant lyrics, such as "Where is Love." Some of the songs, like "Oom Pah Pah," are accompanied by lively dances choreographed by Onna White.
Only one song from "Oliver," "As Long as He Needs Me," became a popular hit song.
Food, Glorious Food
Oliver and the other boys in the orphanage sing about "Food, Glorious Food" as they get their daily meal of gruel.
Boy for Sale
When Oliver is evicted from the orphanage, the director walks through the streets with him, offering a "Boy for Sale."
Where is Love
Oliver, alone and wistful for a better life, asks "Where is Love?"
Consider Yourself
The Artful Dodger meets Oliver and tries to convince Oliver to join him by telling him to "Consider Yourself" part of our family.
You've Got to Pick a Pocket or Two
Fagin and the boys teach Oliver how to become a clever and careful thief by telling him that "You've Got to Pick a Pocket or Two."
It's a Fine Life
Nancy explains her life which has its ups and downs, but overall "It's a Fine Life."
I'd Do Anything
Nancy and the boys convince Oliver that he is one of their family by telling him that "I'd Do Anything for You."
Be Back Soon
Fagin sends the boys out for a day of thievery and tells them to "Be Back Soon."
As Long as He Needs Me
Nancy explains that she will stay by Bill Sikes' side "As Long as He Needs Me."
The song has been recorded many times, including versions by Shirley Bassey, Doris Day, Patti LuPone, and Lea Salonga.
Who Will Buy?
Oliver, in his grandfather's house, looks out the window on a sunny morning and asks "Who Will Buy?" this beautiful morning and save it forever for him.
Reviewing the Situation
Fagin, after losing his fortune and almost getting caught by the police, reconsiders his life as a thief as he is "Reviewing the Situation."
Oom-Pah Pah
Nancy, wanting to distract Bill and Fagin while she saves Oliver from Bill, creates a diversion in the inn with the lively song and dance, "Oom-Pah Pah."