No Strings (I'm Fancy Free)

Fred Astaire

About No Strings (I'm Fancy Free)

"No Strings (I'm Fancy Free)" is a popular song written by Irving Berlin for the 1935 film Top Hat, where it was introduced by Fred Astaire. In the film, the character played by Astaire is advised to get married and Astaire responds by saying he prefers to remain as a bachelor and he launches into this song and a major dance routine.(Top_Hat#Musical_numbers_and_choreography)


Year:
1995
4:09
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I wake up every morning with a smile on my face
Everything in it's place as it should be
I start out every morning just as free as the breeze
My cares upon the shelf
Because I find myself with

No strings and no connections
No ties to my affections
I'm fancy free and free for anything fancy

No dates that can't be broken

No words that can't be spoken
Especially when I am feeling romancy

Like a robin upon a tree
Like a sailor that goes to sea
Like an unwritten melody
I'm free, that's me

So

Bring on the big attraction
My decks are cleared for action
I'm fancy free and free for anything fancy

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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: IRVING BERLIN

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12 facts about this song

Release Information
"No Strings (I'm Fancy Free)" is a song performed by celebrated American dancer, singer, and actor Fred Astaire.
Songwriter
The legendary songwriter Irving Berlin composed this melody.
Movie Feature
This song was featured in the 1935 movie "Top Hat," known as one of the popular Astaire-Rogers musical films.
Musical Style
The song showcases a smooth blend of Jazz and Pop styles, typical of Irving Berlin's composition and Fred Astaire's performance.
Lyrics
The lyrics depict the carefree, independent lifestyle of a high society bachelor, fitting perfectly with the character that Fred Astaire portrayed in the film.
Dancing Notation
Fred Astaire, known for his incredible dancing prowess, performed a solo dance to this song in "Top Hat," creating a notable visual companion to the melody.
Chart History
"No Strings (I'm Fancy Free)" has been covered by multiple artists and has often featured in music charts worldwide delivering love for jazz music since its first appearance.
Album
The song is contained in the album "Top Hat: Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers at RKO," released in 2010.
Evidence of Fred Astaire's Singing Ability
Although more known for his unmatched dancing ability, Astaire's performance in this song proves his vocal talent. He was praised as a remarkable interpretive singer possessing a clear, warm, soothing baritone voice.
Solo Scene
The scene where this song is performed in "Top Hat" is unusual as Astaire is alone on screen, a rarity in the dance numbers in his films. Usually, his partner, Ginger Rogers, or other dancers, accompanied him.
Use in Pop Culture
Over the years, "No Strings (I'm Fancy Free)" has been referenced and sampled in various forms of media, including films, TV shows, and even in modern music, paying homage to its timeless appeal.
Iconic Wardrobe
Fred Astaire's wardrobe during this song's performance in "Top Hat," particularly his top hat, cane, and tails, has become an iconic symbol of classic Hollywood cinema.

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