First Computer to Sing: IBM 7094 Performs 'Daisy Bell'
In 1961, the IBM 7094 became the first computer to sing, performing the song 'Daisy Bell,' which was composed by Harry Dacre in 1892. The vocals were programmed into the computer, marking a milestone in computer-generated speech and music.
Slaven Radovic
18.8M views • Dec 9, 2008
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"Daisy Bell" was composed by Harry Dacre in 1892. In 1961, the IBM 7094 became the first computer to sing, singing the song Daisy Bell. Vocals were programmed by John Kelly and Carol Lockbaum and the accompaniment was programmed by Max Mathews. This performance was the inspiration for a similar scene in 2001: A Space Odyssey.
Daisy, Daisy, give me your answer do
I'm half crazy all for the love of you
It won't be a stylish marriage
I can't afford a carriage
But you'll look sweet upon the seat
Of a bicycle built for two.
Daisy, Daisy, give me your answer do
I'm half crazy all for the love of you
It won't be a stylish marriage
I can't afford a carriage
But you'll look sweet upon the seat
Of a bicycle built for two.
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