You Are Too Beautiful
Al Jolson
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You are too beautiful, my dear, to be true And I am a fool for beauty Fooled by a feeling that because I have found you I could have bound you too You are too beautiful for one man alone For one lucky fool to be with When there are other men With eyes of their own to see with Love does not stand sharing Not if one cares Have you been comparing My every kiss with theirs If, on the other hand, I'm faithful to you It's not through a sense of duty You are too beautiful And I am a fool for beauty You are too beautiful And I am a fool for beauty
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Written by: LORENZ HART, RICHARD RODGERS
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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8 facts about this song
Song Composition"You Are Too Beautiful" is a popular song composed by the legendary Richard Rodgers, noted for his unique style and lasting impact in music. Oscar Hammerstein II contributed to the song by writing its lyric.
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Initial PerformanceThe song was first performed by Al Jolson in the film "Hallelujah, I'm a Bum," which was released in 1933.
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Song in CinemaBesides its initial appearance, "You Are Too Beautiful" also made its way into another movie, "Pal Joey," directed by George Sidney in 1957. In this film, the song was performed by famous singer/actor Frank Sinatra.
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Notable ArtistWhile Al Jolson first performed the song, other renowned artists have also recorded their renditions. One such artist is Dick Haymes, known for his smooth, lyrical style that greatly complimented the song's beautiful melody.
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Genre"You Are Too Beautiful" is generally classified under the "Traditional Pop" genre, which was incredibly popular during the early-to-mid 20th century.
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Noteworthy CoverJohn Coltrane, an American jazz saxophonist and composer, included his rendition of "You Are Too Beautiful" on his album, "Ballads," which was released in 1962. His interpretation is still regarded as one of the most memorable renditions of the song.
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Song InterpretationMany believe that "You Are Too Beautiful" is a classic love ballad, often used to express deep admiration and love towards a loved one.
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LegacyToday, the song remains a popular choice for musicians across different genres, illustrating its enduring appeal. It's known for its sophisticated, timeless melody and heartfelt, poetic lyrics.
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