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"My Kind of Girl" is a 1961 song originally released by Matt Monro. Monro's version reached number 5 on the UK's Record Retailer chart, while a version by Frank Sinatra and Count Basie reached number 35 the following year.


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Matt Monro

Matt Monro (1 December 1930 – 7 February 1985) was an English singer who became one of the most popular entertainers on the international music scene during the 1960s. Throughout his 30-year career, he filled cabarets, nightclubs, music halls, and stadiums in Australia, Japan, the Philippines, and Hong Kong to Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas. more »

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13 facts about this song

Release Date
"My Kind of Girl" was first released by Matt Monro in 1961.
Peak Position
The single peaked at No.5 in the UK Singles Chart and No.18 in the US Billboard 100.
Award Nomination
The song was nominated for "Best Solo Vocal Performance - Male" at the 4th Annual Grammy Awards in 1962.
Composer
"My Kind of Girl" was written by British jazz musician Leslie Bricusse.
Album Details
It is included in the album "My Kind of Girl", which was released by Parlophone in the UK.
Cover Version
The song has been covered by numerous artists including Frank Sinatra and Michael Buble.
Genre
"My Kind of Girl" falls under the genre of traditional pop music.
Song's Popularity
Despite being released over 60 years ago, "My Kind of Girl" still has a widespread popularity and remains a favorite classic.
Song's Theme
The lyrics of "My Kind of Girl" express a man's admiration for his love interest, complimenting her qualities that make her remarkable in his eyes.
Matt Monro's Musical Style
"My Kind of Girl" is representative of Monro's style of crooning, which led to him being dubbed as 'The British Sinatra.'
Unique Musical Arrangement
The song is known for its upbeat tempo combined with Monro's soothing vocals, creating an interesting contrast in its musical arrangement.
Connection with James Bond
Matt Monro, who sang 'My Kind of Girl,' also sang one of the James Bond theme songs, 'From Russia with Love.'
Live Performances
Monro often performed "My Kind of Girl" at his concerts and it was considered one of his signature songs.

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