Looking for a Boy

George Gershwin

About Looking for a Boy

"Looking For a Boy" is a song composed by George Gershwin, with lyrics by Ira Gershwin. It was introduced in their 1925 musical Tip-Toes when it was performed by Queenie Smith as Tip-Toes.


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I am just a little girl
Who's looking for a little boy
Who's looking for a girl to love.
Tell me please, where can he be,
The loving he who'll bring to me
The harmony I'm dreamin' of?

It'll be goodbye, I know,
To my tale of woe
When he says hello, so;
I am just a little girl
Who's looking for a little boy
Who's looking for a girl to love.

If it's true that love affairs are all arranged in heaven,
My guardian angel's holding out on me!
So I'm looking for a boy 'bout five foot six or seven,
And won't be happy till I'm on his knee!
I'll be blue until he comes my way,
Hope he takes the cue when I am sayin';

Tell me please, where can he be,
The loving he who'll bring to me
The harmony I'm dreamin' of?

It'll be goodbye, I know,
To my tale of woe
When he says hello, so;
I am just a little girl
Who's looking for a little boy
Who's looking for a girl to love.
Won't you find that boy?
Help me find a boy
Who's lookin' for a girl to love.

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George Gershwin

George Gershwin (September 26, 1898 – July 11, 1937) was an American composer and pianist. Gershwin's compositions spanned both popular and classical genres, and his most popular melodies are widely known. Among his best known works are the orchestral compositions Rhapsody in Blue and An American in Paris, as well as the opera Porgy and Bess. more »

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Written by: GEORGE GERSHWIN, IRA GERSHWIN

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11 facts about this song

Composer Identity
"Looking for a Boy" is a song composed by George Gershwin, an iconic American composer, renowned for his jazz-inspired pieces in orchestral and opera compositions.
Singing Debut
The song was first performed in the musical "Tip-Toes" which debuted on Broadway in December 1925.
Lyrics Composition
The lyrics for "Looking for a Boy" were written by Ira Gershwin, George Gershwin's brother, who collaborated with him on many of his classic compositions.
Collaboration
The Gershwin Brothers, George and Ira, composed numerous hits together, including "Looking for a Boy." Their collaboration became one of the most significant in American music.
Song Theme
The song "Looking for a Boy" is a light-hearted, love song, reflecting elements of romance and search for love, which was a common theme for musical theatre in the 1920s.
Vocal Rendition
Many singers have covered the song, including Ella Fitzgerald who included it in her album of Gershwin songs and Janis Siegel who recorded a version for her album "I Wish You Love."
Musical Style
The song features a combination of a popular Tin Pan Alley style with elements of jazz rhythms and harmonies that were hallmarks of George Gershwin's compositions.
Impact
George Gershwin's work, including "Looking for a Boy," contributed significantly to the reputation of jazz as a serious and sophisticated art form.
Instrumentation
"Looking for a Boy" features a rich orchestration, which is a testament to George Gershwin's innovative approach to songwriting and his skills as a pianist.
Legacy
The song remains popular among jazz and pop vocalists, demonstrating the long-standing influence of George Gershwin's music.
Legacy in Musical Theatre
As part of the operetta "Tip-Toes," "Looking for a Boy" contributes to Gershwin’s enduring legacy in musical theater. This song, along with others from the show, showcases Gershwin’s adept touch for integrating popular song forms with a theatrical context.

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