The Tender Trap
Sammy Cahn
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You see a pair of laughing eyes And suddenly your sighing sighs You're thinking nothing's wrong You string along, boy, then snap! Those eyes, those sighs, they're part of the tender trap You're hand in hand beneath the trees And soon there's music in the breeze You're acting kind of smart, until your heart just goes wap! Those trees, that breeze, they're part of the tender trap Some starry night, when her kisses make you tingle She'll hold you tight, and you'll hate yourself for being single And all at once it seems so nice The folks are throwing shoes and rice You hurry to a spot, that's just a dot on the map You're hooked, you're cooked, you're caught in the tender trap Some starry night, when her kisses make you tingle She'll hold you tight, and you'll hate yourself for being single And all at once it seems so nice The folks are throwing shoes and rice You hurry to a spot that's just a dot on the map And then you wonder how it all came about It's too late now there's no gettin' out You fell in love, and love is the tender trap
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Written by: JIMMY VAN HEUSEN, SAMMY CAHN
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9 facts about this song
Songwriting"The Tender Trap" was written by two renowned American songwriters, Jimmy Van Heusen (music) and Sammy Cahn (lyrics), rather than by Debbie Reynolds. Their combination is popular in the music industry, with many of their songs becoming memorable hits.
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Movie SoundtrackThe song was originally featured in the 1955 film "The Tender Trap" starring Frank Sinatra and Debbie Reynolds, which later led to numerous covers by many famous artists.
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Grammy Hall of FameCahn and Van Heusen's "The Tender Trap" performed by Frank Sinatra was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2002.
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Popular CoversThe song was covered by numerous artists after its release. Frank Sinatra's rendition of the song is one of the most known versions. Other prominent artists who covered the song include Ella Fitzgerald and Robert Palmer.
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Chart SuccessAfter its release, "The Tender Trap" became incredibly popular and was listed on many top music charts. Frank Sinatra's version of the song even reached number 7 on the UK Singles Chart in 1956.
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Lyric ThemeThe song's lyrics talk about the unexpected nature of falling in love, which can feel like being caught in a "tender trap". The lyrics express a romanticised view of love, making it a favorite at weddings and similar events.
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Debbie Reynolds' RoleIn the film "The Tender Trap", Debbie Reynolds played the role of "Julie Gillis", adding her unique touch to the character and the song.
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Musical Style"The Tender Trap" is a classic example of pop standards of the 1950's. It features a catchy, contemporary jazz-infused melody combined with witty, romantic lyrics.
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Noted RecognitionIn 1955, the song was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song. The recognition speaks volumes about the song's influence and impact in the music and film industry.
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