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"1911 Hollywood" Lyrics words and music by Alex Cosper © Orange Underworld Music, BMI 1911 Hollywood differed from the previous movie regime filmmakers were finally free from paying a royalty to the film equipment industry By 1912 Hollywood studios were making money 1915 Hollywood had its first blockbuster film in the nation Shown to the president inspiring a new sensation with the office of public information 1918 Hollywood silent film stars on a train selling war bonds for investment gain Then in 1919 everything changed the war was over like a four-leaf clover they lifted the ban on radio while alcohol was outlawed creating careers for outlaws And the people danced Hollywood advanced as new theaters rose opening for movie shows 1920 women's rights Women rose in the Hollywood limelight radio spread the word about movies picture a new world driven by movies 1923 Hollywood sign on the hill 1927 Hollywood talking films became the thrill 1928 Hollywood films were rolling in cash until 1929 the market crashed but Hollywood survived the Great Depression color and animation made a lasting impression And the new dream was to be a movie star flashing diamonds in a fancy car flashing back to 1911 Hollywood black and white time tunnel not everyone got credit first concern was learning how to edit Hey filmmakers, you know you're not that good if you're not as good as 1911 Hollywood 1911 Hollywood 1911 Hollywood ![]() |