I've Got My Eyes on You

Cole Porter, Fred Astaire

About I've Got My Eyes on You

"I've Got My Eyes on You" is a popular song by Cole Porter, published in 1939 and written for the Hollywood musical film Broadway Melody of 1940 where it was introduced by Fred Astaire. Later that year, it was included in Andy Hardy's Private Secretary (1940) where it was sung by Kathryn Grayson. The song is also played as background music by a band in the 1956 musical High Society, starring Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby and Grace Kelly and it used in the 1940 comedy "The Philadelphia Story", starring Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant when it was played at the party the night before the wedding. The song has since been recorded by a number of artists, including by Patti Page (for her album In the Land of Hi-Fi - 1956), Fred Astaire for his album The Astaire Story (1952) and by Dianne Reeves (in 2005) for the Grammy Award-winning soundtrack to Good Night, and Good Luck. 


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I've got my eyes on you,
So best beware where you roam.
I've got my eyes on you,
So don't stray too far from home.

Incidentally,
I've set my spies on you,
I'm checking all you do
From A to Z,
So, darling, just be wise,
Keep your eyes on me.

Incidentally,
I've set my spies on you,
I'm checking all you do
From A to Z,
So, darling, just be wise,
If you're wise,
Keep your eyes on me.

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Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire (born Frederick Austerlitz; May 10, 1899 – June 22, 1987) was an American film and Broadway stage dancer, choreographer, singer, musician and actor. His stage and subsequent film career spanned a total of 76 years, during which he made 31 musical films. He was named the fifth Greatest Male Star of All Time by the American Film Institute. He is particularly associated with Ginger Rogers, with whom he made ten films. more »

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Written by: COLE PORTER

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10 facts about this song

Song Origins
"I've Got My Eyes on You" is a song composed by the famous American composer and songwriter, Cole Porter. He composed the song as part of the 1939 musical Broadway Melody.
Original Singer
The song was originally performed by Fred Astaire, a celebrated American dancer, singer, and actor. Astaire first performed "I've Got My Eyes on You" in the Broadway musical "Broadway Melody of 1940". His performance highly popularized the song in the mid-20th century.
Other Notable Singers
Dianne Reeves, a notable American jazz singer, has also performed "I've Got My Eyes on You". Reeves is a four-time Grammy winner known for her impressive vocal versatility.
Different Versions
Patti Page, known as the "Singing Rage", recorded her rendition of "I've Got My Eyes on You". Her version was well received and it showcased her distinctive traditional pop musical style.
Composer Legacy
Cole Porter, the composer of "I've Got My Eyes on You", is known for contributing numerous songs to the Great American Songbook. His songs are known for their witty lyrics and complex structures.
Popular Usage
The song "I've Got My Eyes on You" has been featured in various films and television shows, further increasing its popularity.
Jazz Influence
Many versions of 'I’ve Got My Eyes on You' are deeply rooted in jazz, showcasing the genre's improvisation, blue notes, syncopation, swing notes, and regularly voiced chords.
Era's Reflection
Like much of Cole Porter's works, "I've Got My Eyes on You" reflects the cultural, social, and political atmosphere of the era in which it was created. It represents the sophistication, wit, and urbanity of the late 1930s and early 1940s.
Recording
Over the years, several artists have taken liberties with the song, altering tempos or adding their unique touches, but the original song's charm and swing have been retained in most versions.
Popular Cover
In 2004, the song was included in the soundtrack of the film "De-Lovely", a musical biopic about Cole Porter. The version recorded by Steve Buscemi for the film was especially popular.

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