All the Things You Are

J. Lawrence Cook, Jerome Kern

About All the Things You Are

"All the Things You Are" is a song composed by Jerome Kern with lyrics written by Oscar Hammerstein II. The song was written for the musical Very Warm for May (1939) and was introduced by Hiram Sherman, Frances Mercer, Hollace Shaw, and Ralph Stuart. It appeared in the film Broadway Rhythm (1944).


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1996
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Time and again I've longed for adventure
 Something to make my heart beat the faster
 What did I long for? I never really knew
 Finding your love I've found my adventure 
 Touching your hand, my heart beats the faster 
 All that I want in all of this world is you 
 
[Chorus:] 
 You are the promised kiss of springtime 
 That makes the lonely winter seem long 
 You are the breathless hush of evening 
 That trembles on the brink of a lovely song
 You are the angel glow that lights a star
 The dearest things I know are what you are 
 Some day my happy arms will hold you 
 And some day I'll know that moment divine
 When all the things you are, are mine

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Jerome Kern

Jerome David Kern (January 27, 1885 – November 11, 1945) was an American composer of musical theatre and popular music. One of the most important American theatre composers of the early 20th century, he wrote more than 700 songs, used in over 100 stage works, including such classics as "Ol' Man River", "Can't Help Lovin' Dat Man", "A Fine Romance", "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes", "All the Things You Are", "The Way You Look Tonight", "Long Ago (and Far Away)" and "Who?". He collaborated with many of the leading librettists and lyricists of his era, including George Grossmith Jr., Guy Bolton, P. G. Wodehouse, Otto Harbach, Oscar Hammerstein II, Dorothy Fields, Johnny Mercer, Ira Gershwin and E. Y. Harburg. more »

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Written by: Jerome Kern, Oscar Hammerstein

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12 facts about this song

Composer Information
"All the Things You Are" is composed by Jerome Kern, an American composer considered as one of the leading figures of American musical theatre.
Time Period
The song was written in 1939, during the "Golden Age" of American songwriting.
Lyrics Creation
The lyrics for "All The Things You Are" are written by Oscar Hammerstein II, known for his work in many successful musicals on Broadway.
Musical Show Origin
The song was initially written for the musical "Very Warm for May," which, despite its overall lack of success, made the song famous.
Key Signatures
"All the Things You Are" is well-known among musicians for its interesting key changes and chromaticism.
Standard in Jazz Music
The song is recognized as a standard in jazz music, covered by multiple renowned artists such as Charlie Parker and Ella Fitzgerald.
Popular renditions
Among the most notable renditions is the 1940 recording by Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra which reached the Billboard charts where it peaked at number 2.
Recognition
The song was admitted to the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2002.
Influence
Many musicians credit "All The Things You Are" as a significant influence in their understanding of advanced harmony and chord progression.
Cultural Impact
The song marked a significant shift in musical composition style, with its complex structure and usage of borrowed chords, which influenced the direction of jazz and popular music.
Other Mediums
Aside from music, the song has appeared in numerous television shows and films, testifying its enduring popularity.
Song Duration
The original version of the song has a duration of about 4 minutes and 30 seconds.

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