Hello, I Must Be Going (song)

"Hello, I Must Be Going" is a song that originated in the 1930 film Animal Crackers, a production featuring the Marx Brothers. The song was written by the collaborative team of Bert Kalmar and Harry Ruby. It is notable for being performed by Groucho Marx, alongside Margaret Dumont, in a pivotal scene of the film.

The song's inclusion in the 1930 film adaptation of Animal Crackers marks a distinction, as it was not part of the original stage production that premiered on Broadway in 1928. "Hello, I Must Be Going" is positioned in the film just before the dialogue leading into another song, "Hooray for Captain Spaulding". The song has become an integral part of the film's musical repertoire, showcasing the comedic talents of Groucho Marx and the musical prowess of Kalmar and Ruby.