Night and Day
Cole Porter
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Night and day, you are the one Only you beneath the moon, under the sun Whether near to me or far It's no matter darlin', where you are I think of you night and day Night and day, why's it so That this longing for you, follows wherever I go In the roaring traffic's boom In the silence of my lonely room I think of you night and day Night and day, under the hide of me There's an ooh, such a hungry yearning, burning inside of me And this torment won't be through Till you let me spend my life making love to you Day and Night Night and Day
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10 facts about this song
Origin of the Song"Night and Day" is a timeless song written by the prolific American songwriter Cole Porter. It was written for the 1932 musical "Gay Divorce," which was Porter's first true hit as a composer.
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Features by Leo ReismanLeo Reisman and his orchestra first recorded the song, with Fred Astaire on vocals, in the same year of the song’s release. The song was a part of the soundtrack for the film version of the play.
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Popularity"Night and Day" has seen substantial popularity over the course of its existence, with numerous renowned artists adding their unique touches to the song in the form of covers. It remains one of Cole Porter's most popular songs.
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Lyrics and Song StructureThe song is distinct for its complex lyrics and unusual song structure. Its melody extends over a range of an octave and a half, quite beyond ordinary song range at the time. The lyric contrasts romantic devotion with the cycles of the universe, giving the love it describes a sense of eternal grandeur.
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Movie Adaptations"Night and Day" was used as the title of a 1946 biographical movie about Cole Porter, reflecting the song's significance in Porter's career.
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Notable Cover Versions"Night and Day" has been covered by many notable artists, outside of Reisman's original orchestral interpretation. These include Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, U2 and many more. Each artist has brought their unique style to the song, making it a versatile and enduring piece of music.
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Cultural ImpactThis song is a definitive piece of the Great American Songbook. It has been recognized for its sophistication and has been widely recorded by jazz musicians, being an example of Porter's ability to mix popular and art music.
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RecognitionsPorter's "Night and Day" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2008, acknowledging its qualitative, historical, and cultural significance.
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Interpretations"Night and Day" has been interpreted in many ways by different artists. Notable interpretations include a bossa nova version by Sergio Mendes and Brasil '66, and a swing interpretation by Ringo Starr.
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Song in LiteratureThe Picasso biographer John Richardson titled his second volume, "A Life of Picasso: The Triumphant Years, 1917–1932," after a line from "Night and Day," demonstrating the song's lasting cultural impact.
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