Sam and Delilah
George Gershwin, Chick Bullock, Duke Ellington Orchestra, Duke Ellington
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Delilah was a floozy She never gave a damn Delilah wasn't choosy Till she fell for a swell buckaroo Whose name was Sam Delilah got in action Delilah did her "kootch" She gave him satisfaction And he fell 'neath her spell With the aid of love and "hootch" But one day so they tell us His true wife he did crave Delilah she got jealous And she tracked him and hacked him And dug for Sam a grave It's always that way with passion So, cowboy, learn to behave Or else you're liable to cash in With no tombstone on your grave Delilah, oh, Delilah She's no babe in the wood Run, cowboy, run a mile If you love that kind of woman She'll do you no good
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Written by: GEORGE GERSHWIN, IRA GERSHWIN
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
ComposerThe song "Sam and Delilah" was composed by the renowned American composer and pianist George Gershwin.
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First AppearanceIt is a part of the 1930 Broadway musical "Girl Crazy", which marked the start of the collaboration of George Gershwin and his brother Ira.
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Singer DebutThis musical is known for making stars out of Ginger Rogers, who sang "Sam and Delilah", and Ethel Merman.
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Song ThemeThe song is not directly related to the Biblical characters Samson and Delilah. Rather it uses their names metaphorically to express the intense relationship between the song's characters.
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Musical InfluenceGeorge Gershwin is known for blending the different styles of American music. Many of his compositions, including "Sam and Delilah", showcase a melding of jazz and popular music with classical music.
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Historical SignificanceThe musical "Girl Crazy", including the song "Sam and Delilah", played a role in helping to popularize Gershwin's music and contributing to his legacy as one of America's greatest composers.
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LyricistThe lyrics for "Sam and Delilah" were written by Ira Gershwin, George Gershwin's older brother. The pair collaborated on many songs together.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, "Sam and Delilah" has been covered by numerous jazz and pop artists, reflecting the enduring appeal and influence of Gershwin's music.
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Top RecordingsOne of the most famous recordings of the song was by American jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald as part of her album Ella Fitzgerald Sings the George and Ira Gershwin Songbook.
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LegacyToday, "Sam and Delilah", like many of Gershwin's songs, is considered as a classic example of American songwriting. It continues to be performed frequently in concerts and on recordings.
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Musical StyleIn true Gershwin style, "Sam and Delilah" exhibits complex musical structures, unusual chord progressions, and sophisticated orchestration.
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