1981 (48th) Best Song: “Arthur’s Theme (Best That You Can Do)”


1981 (54th Annual Awards, 48th Best Song)
Best Song Lyric


Arthur’s Theme
(Best That You Can Do)
Once in your life, you’ll find her,
Someone who turns your heart around,
And next thing you know,
You’re closin’ down the town.

Wake up and she’s still with you,
Even though you left her way across town.
You’re wonderin’ to yourself,
Hey, what’ve I found?

When you get caught between the moon and New York City,
I know it’s crazy, but it’s true.
If you get caught between the moon and New York City,
The best that you can do, the best that you can do
Is fall in love.

Arthur, he does what he pleases.
All of his life, his master’s toys,
And deep in his heart,
He’s just, he’s just a boy.

Livin’ his life one day at a time,
He’s showing himself a really good time.
He’s laughin’ about the way
They want him to be.

When you get caught between the moon and New York City,
I know it’s crazy, but it’s true.
If you get caught between the moon and New York City,
The best that you can do, the best that you can do
Is fall in love.