ROCK MOMENT – Kenny Loggins ‘I’m Alright’

Kenny Loggins’ ‘I’m Alright’ is inseparable from the 1980 comedy classic Caddyshack, a film that blended slapstick humor, class satire, and unforgettable characters into one of the most beloved comedies of all time. Directed by Harold Ramis and featuring comedy icons Chevy Chase, Bill Murray, Rodney Dangerfield, and Ted Knight, the movie told the story of chaos at the posh Bushwood Country Club, where uptight members clash with free-spirited caddies and mischief-makers.

When the filmmakers were looking for a theme song that captured the film’s offbeat humor and underdog energy, they turned to Kenny Loggins, who was beginning to carve out a name as a solo artist after his time with Loggins and Messina. After watching a rough cut of the film, Loggins quickly wrote ‘I’m Alright’—a catchy, upbeat anthem about independence and confidence. Its opening line, “I’m alright, nobody worry ’bout me,” perfectly matched the film’s carefree tone.

One of the most iconic moments in Caddyshack came when the song played over the opening credits, accompanying the now-famous dancing gopher puppet. Originally, the gopher was added late in production, created by special effects artist John Dykstra, who had worked on Star Wars. Director Ramis loved the idea of giving the mischievous creature its own personality—and Loggins’ song gave it a theme. The gopher’s joyful dance to “I’m Alright” became one of the most memorable images in comedy film history.

“I’m Alright” climbed to No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100, turning both Loggins and the movie into pop culture sensations. The song marked the start of Loggins’ soundtrack dominance of the 1980s, paving the way for later hits like “Footloose” and “Danger Zone.” Today, “I’m Alright” and that grinning, dancing gopher remain inseparable symbols of carefree fun and 1980s comedy magic.