It Isn't Fair

Sammy Kaye

About It Isn't Fair

"It Isn't Fair" is a popular song written by Richard Himber, Frank Warshauer, and Sylvester Sprigato and published in 1933. Isham Jones and His Orchestra (vocal by Rita Smith) had a hit with it the same year. The song enjoyed a revival in 1950 when the best-known version was done by Don Cornell and the Sammy Kaye orchestra. This recording was released by RCA Victor Records as catalog number 20-3609 (78 rpm) and 47-3115 (45 rpm). It first reached the Billboard Best Sellers chart on February 3, 1950 and lasted 22 weeks on the chart, peaking at number three. Other hits with the song that year were by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra (vocal by Buddy Greco); Bill Farrell; and by Les Brown and His Orchestra (vocal by Four Hits and a Miss). Dinah Washington included it in her album Music for a First Love (1957). Billy Eckstine - recorded it for his album Don't Worry 'Bout Me (1962) 


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1988
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IT ISN'T FAIR    

It isn't fair for you to taunt me.
How can you make me care this way?
It isn't fair for you to want me
If it's just for a day.

It isn't fair for you to thrill me.
Why do you do the things you do?
It isn't fair for you to fill me
With those dreams that can't come true, dear.

Why is it that you came into my life
And made it complete?
You gave me just a touch of high life;
If this is love then I repeat

It isn't fair for you to taunt me.
How can you make me care this way?
It isn't fair for you to want me
If it's just for today.

Why is it that you came into my life
And made it complete?
You gave me just a touch of high life;
If this is love then I repeat

It isn't fair for you to taunt me.
How can you make me care this way?
It isn't fair for you to want me
If it's just for today.

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Sammy Kaye

Sammy Kaye (March 13, 1910–June 2, 1987), born Samuel Zarnocay, Jr., was an American bandleader and songwriter, whose tag line, "Swing and sway with Sammy Kaye", became one of the most famous of the Big Band Era. more »

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Written by: FRANK WARSHAUER, RICHARD HIMBER, SYLVESTER SPRIGATO

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10 facts about this song

Release and Performance
"It Isn't Fair" is a classic song performed by Don Cornell with Sammy Kaye and His Orchestra. This version was released in 1950.
Chart Performance
The song became extremely popular, staying at No.1 on the Billboard charts for ten weeks in the United States.
Song Lyrics
The lyrics of "It Isn't Fair" were written by Richard Himber, Frank Warshauer, and Sylvester Sprigato.
Don Cornell's Contribution
Don Cornell, the principal singer on the song, was an American singer and a popular nightclub performer at the time.
Sammy Kaye's Contribution
Sammy Kaye, the orchestra leader for the song, was known for his "swing and sway" dancing music during the 1950s.
Other Notable Versions
Although the most popular version of "It Isn't Fair" was performed by Don Cornell with Sammy Kaye and His Orchestra, there have been many other significant renditions of the song, including one by Dinah Washington, which also charted in the Billboard Top 10 in 1950.
Musical Style
The song is written in the style of standard pop and demonstrates the popular sound in the U.S. during the early 1950s, which was dominated by romantic, orchestral ballads.
Song Theme
The theme of the song portrays a heartfelt longing, as the narrator pleads his love for someone, expressing disappointment and lamenting that the feelings are not reciprocated.
Legacy
"It Isn't Fair" remains one of the most prominent songs in the careers of both Don Cornell and Sammy Kaye, continuing to have a nostalgic appeal for fans of classic pop and American standards.
IN Cultural Impact
- Though the song was released more than half a century ago, it continues to be played on radio stations that feature classic pop music, testifying to its enduring popularity.

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