How About You?

Judy Garland

About How About You?

"How About You?" is a popular song composed by Burton Lane, with lyrics by Ralph Freed. (1941 in music) It was introduced in the 1941 film Babes on Broadway by Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney. The lyrics of the song are often changed depending on the recording artist. In its original form it is a humorous romantic duet, though rarely recorded that way. Certain lyrics, especially those with topical references, are often changed based on the time of the performance's release. For example, the line "Franklin Roosevelt's looks give me a thrill" was changed to "James Durante's looks" in a 1950s recording by Sinatra, though he did sing it in its original form with Dorsey back in the 1940s. Bob Crosby, Mary Livingstone and Jack Benny sang the song as a novelty trio on a 1955 episode of Benny's TV show. Lucille Ball and Van Johnson sang and danced to this song on an episode of I Love Lucy. 


Year:
1994
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When a girl meets boy,
Life can be a joy,
But the note they end on,
Will depend on little pleasures they will share,
So let us compare.

I like New York in June, how about you?
I like a Gershwin tune, how about you?
I love a fireside when a storm is due.
I like potato chips, moonlight and motor trips,
How about you?

I'm mad about good books, can't get my fill,
And Franklin Roosevelt's looks give me a thrill.
Holding hands at the movie show,
When all the lights are low
May not be new, but I like it,
How about you?

I like Jack Benny's jokes,
To a degree.
I love the common folks,
That includes me.
I like to window shop on 5th Avenue,
I like banana splits, late supper at the Ritz,
How about you?

I love to dream of fame, maybe I'll shine,
I'd love to see your name right beside mine.
I can see we're in harmony,
Looks like we both agree
On what to do,
And I like it, how about you?

I'm so delighted I've ignited the spark within you.
Let me continue to make it burn.
With you I will be like a Trilby, so let's not dally.
Come on Svengali, I've lots to learn.
When you're arisin', start exercisin' daily.
For example, just a sample?
Bend and touch the floor fifty times or more.
Ha! A fine start to be a Bernhardt!

A dictionary's necessary but not for talking,
It's used for walking the Ziegfeld way.
Is this okay?
That's the trick, you're catching on quickly.
Should I take a bow?
A-ho! Let me show you how!
Just like partners on the stage.
If you can use a partner,
I'm the right age.

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Judy Garland

Judy Garland (born Frances Ethel Gumm; June 10, 1922 – June 22, 1969) was an American actress, singer and vaudevillian. Described by Fred Astaire as "the greatest entertainer who ever lived" and renowned for her contralto voice, she attained international stardom throughout a career that spanned more than 40 years as an actress in musical and dramatic roles, as a recording artist and on the concert stage. Respected for her versatility, she received a Juvenile Academy Award and won a Golden Globe Award as well as Grammy Awards and a Special Tony Award. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in the remake of A Star is Born and for the Best Supporting Actress for her performance in the 1961 film Judgment at Nuremberg. She remains t… more »

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Written by: Burton Lane, Ralph Freed

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"How About You?" is a popular song composed by Burton Lane with lyrics by Ralph Freed.
Movie Debut
The song was originally introduced in the 1941 film "Babes on Broadway" where it was sung by Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney.
List Song
It is considered as a "list song", a song in which a list or inventory is the primary focus, usually for comedic, nostalgic, evaluative, or associative purposes.
Garland's Innovation
In Garland’s version of the song, she includes "I like New York in June", instead of the original lyric which is "I like New York in June, how about you?"
Song Usage
Aside from "Babes on Broadway," the song has been used in film and TV including "I.D.", "The Fisher King", and "Mr. & Mrs. Smith."
Variety of Covers
Although Judy Garland made the song famous, it has been covered by numerous artists, including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Stacey Kent.
Jazz Standard
The song became a jazz standard and plays a significant role in the American Songbook, a canon of the most important and influential American popular songs and jazz standards from the early 20th century.
Song Theme
The song's lyrics express preferences in life, it resonates with one of the universal human experiences, preparing it to be appreciated by various generations.
Album Appearance
The song is featured in Garland's "Judy in Love" album, which was released posthumously in 1958.
Cultural Impact
"How About You?" continues to be a significant piece of the American Popular Music, demonstrating Garland's impressive contributions to music during the '40s and '50s.

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