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Seinfeld

Twenty Thousand Hertz

CHAPTER

The Birth of the Iconic Seinfeld Theme

The chapter explores the fascinating journey of how a composer went from odd jobs to creating the iconic Seinfeld theme song, connecting through a recommendation from comedian George Wallace. It delves into the unconventional approach of using Jerry Seinfeld's stand-up bits as the melody for the show's music, overcoming initial resistance from network executives to ultimately become a beloved part of the sitcom's identity.

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