Moonlight Becomes You

Bing Crosby

About Moonlight Becomes You

"Moonlight Becomes You" is a popular song, composed by Jimmy Van Heusen with lyrics by Johnny Burke. The song was written for the Paramount Pictures release Road to Morocco (1942) and published in 1942 in connection with the film. Vic Schoen (staff arranger for Paramount) wrote the arrangement. The song has been recorded many times, becoming a standard, but the recording by Bing Crosby on June 12, 1942 is the best known. This topped the Billboard charts in 1942 and spent a total of 17 weeks in the lists.  


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Moonlight becomes you, it goes with your hair
You certainly know the right thing to wear
Moonlight becomes you, I'm thrilled at the sight
And I could get so romantic tonight

You're all dressed up to go dreaming
Now don't tell me I'm wrong
And what a night to go dreaming
Mind if I tag along

If I say I love you
I want you to know
It's not just because there's moonlight
Although, moonlight becomes you so

You're all dressed up to go dreaming
Now don't tell me I'm wrong
And what a night to go dreaming
Mind if I tag along

If I say I love you
I want you to know
It's not just because there's moonlight
Although, moonlight becomes you so

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Bing Crosby

Harry Lillis "Bing" Crosby (May 3, 1903 – October 14, 1977) was an American singer and actor. Crosby's trademark bass-baritone voice made him one of the best-selling recording artists of the 20th century, with over half a billion records in circulation. more »

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Written by: JAMES VAN HEUSEN, JOHNNY BURKE

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Moonlight Becomes You" was released by Bing Crosby in 1942.
Film Feature
The song was featured in the film "Road to Morocco," which also starred Bing Crosby.
Songwriters
It was penned by songwriting legends Johnny Burke and Jimmy Van Heusen.
Chart Success
"Moonlight Becomes You" reached the top of the Billboard charts in 1942, holding the position for a considerable duration.
Cover Versions
This song has also been covered by many famous artists including Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald, showing its timeless appeal.
Inspired Album
Bing Crosby later released an album titled "Bing Crosby Sings the Song Hits from Broadway Shows," where "Moonlight Becomes You" was included.
Grammy Hall of Fame
Bing Crosby's version of "Moonlight Becomes You" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, a special Grammy award established in 1973 to honor recordings that are at least twenty-five years old and that have "qualitative or historical significance".
Top Selling Single
With over a million copies sold, the track was one of Bing Crosby's top-selling singles.
World War II Impact
The song represented a form of escapism during World War II and often played on the radio for soldiers overseas.
Popular Culture
The song remains popular nearly 80 years after its release, often played on oldies radio stations and even featured in recent films like "The Green Mile."

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