Couple of Swells
Fred Astaire
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12 facts about this song
Song Background"Couple of Swells" is a song performed by American actors and dancers Fred Astaire and Judy Garland.
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Movie FameThe song appears in the 1948 musical film "Easter Parade," directed by Charles Walters and distributed by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer.
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Notable Performers"Couple of Swells" was memorably performed by dance legends Fred Astaire and Judy Garland, two of the most significant figures in the Hollywood golden era.
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Song ComposerThe song was composed by Irving Berlin, a leading figure in American music who composed scores of songs for Broadway and Hollywood.
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Depictive SceneIn "Easter Parade," the song accompanies a scene where Astaire and Garland's characters dress as tramps and daydream about being wealthy.
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Iconic Dance SequenceThe "Couple of Swells" scene includes a notable dance routine and is considered one of the highlights of "Easter Parade".
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Comedic TouchThe song is known for its comedic touch, with Astaire and Garland brilliantly displaying their comic timing.
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Public RecognitionUpon the release of the film, "Couple of Swells" received immense public recognition and continues to be celebrated even today.
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Garland's InjuryDuring filming, Judy Garland injured her ankle performing a dance number with Fred Astaire. However, the injury didn’t stop her from performing “A Couple of Swells,” one of her most memorable numbers with Astaire.
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Historic PerformanceGarland and Astaire performed "Couple of Swells" at the 1948 Academy Awards ceremony. Their performance was hugely appreciated and became a historic moment in the history of the award show.
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Song RemakesThe song and its iconic dance sequence have been recreated and referenced by various popular artists in the entertainment industry over the years.
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Accompanying Film SuccessThe film "Easter Parade" was a commercial success and became the highest-grossing movie musical of 1948, helping to further popularize the song "Couple of Swells".
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