My One and Only
George Gershwin, Sam Browne, Johnny Johnson & His Statler Pennsylvanians, Bob Treaster, Charles Murray
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My one and only, What am I gonna do if you turn me down When I'm so crazy over you I'd be so lonely Where am I gonna go if you turn me down Why blacken all my skies of blue I tell you I'm not asking any miracle It can be done, it can be done I know a clergyman who will roll lyrical And make us one, and make us one So my one and only There isn't a reason why you should turn me down When I'm so crazy over you To show affection in your direction You know I'm fit and able I more then merely love you sincerely My cards are on the table Say there must be lots of other men you hypnotise All of a sudden I've begun to realise As follows My one and only If you turn me down When I'm so crazy over you I'd be so lonely If you turn me down Why blacken all my skies of blue I tell you I'm not asking any miracle I know a clergyman who will roll lyrical Oh my one and only If you turn me down When I'm so crazy over you
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Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Composition"My One and Only," is a popular song composed by George Gershwin, an iconic American composer. The lyrics were created by Gershwin's older brother, Ira Gershwin.
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OriginThe song first debuted in the Broadway musical "Funny Face" in 1927. This musical starred Fred Astaire and his sister, Adele Astaire.
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Musical Structure"My One and Only" is a jazz standard and possesses a typical 32-bar AABA structure, a common musical form in pop and jazz music consisting of a repetitive cycle of four sections typically repeated multiple times within the song.
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Gershwin SignatureAs with many of Gershwin's songs, "My One and Only" features a unique blend of jazz and classical styles, illustrative of Gershwin's signature sound.
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Notable PerformancesThe song has been performed by many famous artists, including Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, and Sarah Vaughan, thereby cementing its place in the pantheon of celebrated American music.
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Notable CoversIn addition to these performances, the song has also been covered by the likes of Art Tatum, a classical musician, highlighting the song's adaptability across different musical genres.
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RecognitionEven decades after its initial release, "My One and Only" continues to be recognized as a timeless classic, highlighting George Gershwin's enduring influence on the world of music.
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1983 RevivalThe song served also as the title for a 1983 musical tribute to the Gershwins, "My One and Only," which was a loose adaptation of the 1927 musical "Funny Face."
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Usage in FilmThe song has been featured in a variety of media, including movies and television shows, further distributing its influence and popularity.
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Cultural Impact"My One and Only" stands as a testament to George Gershwin's significant impact on American music, demonstrating his ability to blend different musical forms into a distinct style that continues to captivate audiences decades after its creation.
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Fun FactAlthough the title might suggest that the song is a love ballad, it's actually a mildly humorous tune about a man trying to win the heart of a woman by bragging about his myriad successes and charms.
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