Nancy (With the Laughing Face)
Frank Sinatra
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If I don't see her each day I miss her Gee, what a thrill each time I kiss her Believe me I've got a case On Nancy with the laughin' face She takes the winter and makes it summer Summer could take some lessons from her Picture a tomboy in lace That's Nancy with the laughin' face Have you ever heard mission bells ringin'? Well, she'll give you the very same glow When she speaks you would think it was singin' Just hear her say "hello" I swear to goodness you can't resist her Sorry for you, she has no sister No angel could replace Nancy with the laughin' face Keep Betty Grable, Lamour, and Turner She makes my heart a charcoal burner No angel could replace My Nancy with the laughin' face
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Written by: JIMMY VAN HEUSEN, PHIL SILVERS
Lyrics © BARTON MUSIC CORPORATION, IMAGEM U.S. LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Song's birth story"Nancy (With the Laughing Face)" is a song gorified by Frank Sinatra. Interestingly, the song was not initially written for Nancy Sinatra as many people assume but for the daughter of Sinatra's composer, Jimmy Van Heusen.
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Artist interpretationSinatra first encountered this song when he heard Van Heusen playing it and assumed it was a birthday present for his three-year-old daughter Nancy. He then recorded it as his own gift to her, which later became very popular.
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CollaborationThe song was composed by Jimmy Van Heusen, while the lyrics were written by the renowned lyricist Phil Silvers.
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Chart performanceDespite being one of Frank Sinatra's classic songs, "Nancy (With The Laughing Face)" wasn't a chart-topper during its initial release. It, however, has aged well and has since become a fan favorite.
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Song's recognitionThe song is still recognized as one of Sinatra's most touching tributes to his daughter Nancy, and it highlights the deep father-daughter bond they had throughout their lives.
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Release year"Nancy (With the Laughing Face)" was originally released by Frank Sinatra in 1944.
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AlbumThis song is a part of Sinatra's album "The Columbia Years 1943–1952: The Complete Recordings".
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PopularityDespite its initial lukewarm reception, the song has remained popular over the decades. It is one of the most requested songs during Sinatra tribute performances.
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PerformancesSinatra has performed this song live multiple times, and each performance has its unique interpretation and emotional aura.
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Cover versionsOver the years, various versions of "Nancy (With the Laughing Face)" have been recorded by other artists, including Ray Charles and John Coltrane.
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