Dancing in the Dark
Bing Crosby
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Dancing in the dark Till the tune ends, We're dancing in the dark and it soon ends, We're waltzing in the wonder of why we're here, Time hurries by, we're here and gone; Looking for the light of a new love, To brighten up the night, I have you love, And we can face the music together, Dancing in the dark.
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Written by: Arthur Schwartz, Howard Dietz
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5 facts about this song
Composition Facts"Dancing in the Dark" is a popular song that was originally composed by Arthur Schwartz. It was first introduced in 1931 for the Broadway musical called "The Band Wagon."
- The lyrics of the song were written by renowned lyricist Howard Dietz.
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Lyrics and InterpretationThe song is noted for its introspective lyrics that express the feeling of a person walking through the darkness towards the light, which is often interpreted as a metaphor for optimism and hope.
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Performance and RecordingsBing Crosby recorded the song in 1931 which reached the charts of the day.
- Renowned jazz clarinetist Artie Shaw performed and recorded the song in 1941 with his orchestra. Shaw's version of "Dancing in the Dark" has been widely recognized as one of his signature performances.
- Fred Astaire, who starred in "The Band Wagon" as well, made a recording of "Dancing in the Dark" for Brunswick Records.
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In Media and Popular CultureIn 1953, "Dancing in the Dark" was used again in the movie version of "The Band Wagon" and was featured in a classic dance sequence performed by Fred Astaire and Cyd Charisse.
- The song has also been frequently performed and recorded by a variety of popular artists across various genres, including Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and Ella Fitzgerald.
- "Dancing in the Dark" has been included in The American Film Institute's list of the Top 100 Songs in American Cinema, coming in at number 30.
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Musical Style and InfluenceThe song exemplifies the sophistication and elegance of the American Songbook and the Golden Age of Broadway.
- "Dancing in the Dark" has had a lasting impact and continues to be a popular choice for interpretation by both jazz musicians and pop singers.
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