I Love to Singa

Though this cartoon doesn’t feature any of the future Looney Tunes cast we know and love today, or even any old stars like Beans, it’s still a classic. Tex Avery directs, though you’d be forgiven for not realizing, since the zaniness he’s known for isn’t on display here. In fact, this is a rather simplistic cartoon, in terms of setting, plot, and even character design. But it tells a short story that is still relatable today, about a kid whose interests don’t align with his parents’. Of course, in the end his parents [spoiler]end up supporting him and his jazzy singing[/spoiler], a conclusion that was never really in doubt. There’s some fun gags along the way, like the guy on the radio responding to Mama Jolson, but overall it’s just a sweet, heartwarming cartoon. Also, the titular song is absurdly catchy. Note: there is a small fat joke during the auditioning gags.