"who sings "I love a rainbow"?"
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Who Sings “I Love a Rainbow”?

Original (1968) Country Recording

  • Artist: David Houston
  • Songwriters/Producer: Billy Sherrill (composer & writer)
  • This is the classic version that charted in the late‑1960s 12.

Notable Modern/Children’s Versions

Version Performer(s) Context
Sesame Street Ms. Rachel, Elmo, and Abby Cadabby Featured in a Sesame Street segment teaching colors and inclusivity 3
Gabby’s Dollhouse Performed by the show’s cast (DreamWorks Animation) Released in 2023 as part of the series’ musical lineup 4

Bottom line: The original “I Love a Rainbow” was sung by David Houston. If you’re hearing a newer, child‑focused rendition, it’s likely the Sesame Street or Gabby’s Dollhouse version.

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When did the first Sesame Street episode air?

  • Date of the premiere: November 10, 1969
  • Year of the inaugural episode: 1969

The debut of Sesame Street on public television took place on November 10, 1969, marking the start of the long‑running educational series【1】【6】.