Mind If I Make Love to You

Frank Sinatra

About Mind If I Make Love to You

Mind if I Make Love to You?" is a song written by Cole Porter for the 1956 film High Society, where it was sung by Frank Sinatra to Grace Kelly. It is the one song from the musical not included in any stage version of the show.


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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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Frank Sinatra

Francis Albert "Frank" Sinatra, /sɨˈnɑːtrə/, (December 12, 1915 – May 14, 1998) was an American singer and film actor of Italian origin. more »

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Written by: COLE PORTER

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14 facts about this song

1
Album 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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Album Release: The album "Songs for Swingin' Lovers!" was released in March 1956.
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Song 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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Song Duration: The duration of "Mind If I Make Love to You" is two minutes and fifty-three seconds.
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Album'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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Sinatra’s Vocal Talent: The song showcases Sinatra's signature crooning style and impeccable breath control.
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Song 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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Album's Conductor and Arranger: The album was conducted and arranged by Nelson Riddle who was a frequent collaborator with Sinatra.
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Film Appearance: "Mind If I Make Love to You" was also used in the 1956 film "High Society".
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Record 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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Unique 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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Album'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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Song's Mood: It is noted for its sensual and seductive tone and is often seen as quintessential Sinatra.
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Sinatra'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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