Mind If I Make Love to You
Frank Sinatra
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In the heavens, stars are dancing and the mounting moon is new, What a rare night for romancing, mind if I make love to you? Since the dear day of our meeting, I wanted to tell you all I long to do, Dawn is nearing, time is fleeting, mind if I make love to you?
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Written by: COLE PORTER
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14 facts about this song
1Album History: "Mind If I Make Love to You" is a track from the album "Songs for Swingin' Lovers!" which is the tenth studio album by Frank Sinatra.
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2Album Release: The album "Songs for Swingin' Lovers!" was released in March 1956.
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3Song Credit: The song was written by Cole Porter, an American composer and songwriter famous for his contributions to the Great American Songbook.
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4Song Duration: The duration of "Mind If I Make Love to You" is two minutes and fifty-three seconds.
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5Album's Reception: The album was widely celebrated upon its release, with Rolling Stone six decades later even ranking it as the 307th greatest album of all time.
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6Sinatra’s Vocal Talent: The song showcases Sinatra's signature crooning style and impeccable breath control.
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7Song Theme: Like many songs in the album, "Mind If I Make Love to You" is a romantic song ideal for a slow dance.
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8Album's Conductor and Arranger: The album was conducted and arranged by Nelson Riddle who was a frequent collaborator with Sinatra.
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9Film Appearance: "Mind If I Make Love to You" was also used in the 1956 film "High Society".
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10Record Manufacturing: "Songs for Swingin' Lovers!" album was originally issued on a vinyl record, but it has since been rereleased on CD and is available on digital music platforms.
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11Unique Production: The album was one of the first-ever concept albums, featuring songs chosen and arranged around a specific theme – in this case, songs that Sinatra had previously recorded but wished to reinterpret.
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12Album's Legacy: "Mind If I Make Love to You" remains a notable track from "Songs for Swingin' Lovers!" which is often considered as one of Sinatra's definitive albums.
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13Song's Mood: It is noted for its sensual and seductive tone and is often seen as quintessential Sinatra.
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14Sinatra's Musical Achievement: "Songs for Swingin' Lovers!" including the song "Mind If I Make Love to You" is arguably the peak of Sinatra's Capitol years.
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