I've Got My Eyes on You
Fred Astaire
Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer
I've got my eyes on you, So best beware where you roam I've got my eyes on you, So don't stray too far from home Incidentally, I've set my spies on you, I'm checking all you do From A to Z, So, darling, just be wise, Keep your eyes on me Incidentally, I've set my spies on you, I'm checking all you do From A to Z, So, darling, just be wise, If you're wise, Keep your eyes on me
The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com
Written by: COLE PORTER
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
10 facts about this song
Song Origins"I've Got My Eyes on You" is a song composed by the famous American composer and songwriter, Cole Porter. He composed the song as part of the 1939 musical Broadway Melody.
|
Original SingerThe song was originally performed by Fred Astaire, a celebrated American dancer, singer, and actor. Astaire first performed "I've Got My Eyes on You" in the Broadway musical "Broadway Melody of 1940". His performance highly popularized the song in the mid-20th century.
|
Other Notable SingersDianne Reeves, a notable American jazz singer, has also performed "I've Got My Eyes on You". Reeves is a four-time Grammy winner known for her impressive vocal versatility.
|
Different VersionsPatti Page, known as the "Singing Rage", recorded her rendition of "I've Got My Eyes on You". Her version was well received and it showcased her distinctive traditional pop musical style.
|
Composer LegacyCole Porter, the composer of "I've Got My Eyes on You", is known for contributing numerous songs to the Great American Songbook. His songs are known for their witty lyrics and complex structures.
|
Popular UsageThe song "I've Got My Eyes on You" has been featured in various films and television shows, further increasing its popularity.
|
Jazz InfluenceMany versions of 'I’ve Got My Eyes on You' are deeply rooted in jazz, showcasing the genre's improvisation, blue notes, syncopation, swing notes, and regularly voiced chords.
|
Era's ReflectionLike much of Cole Porter's works, "I've Got My Eyes on You" reflects the cultural, social, and political atmosphere of the era in which it was created. It represents the sophistication, wit, and urbanity of the late 1930s and early 1940s.
|
RecordingOver the years, several artists have taken liberties with the song, altering tempos or adding their unique touches, but the original song's charm and swing have been retained in most versions.
|
Popular CoverIn 2004, the song was included in the soundtrack of the film "De-Lovely", a musical biopic about Cole Porter. The version recorded by Steve Buscemi for the film was especially popular.
|
Citation
Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:
Style:MLAChicagoAPA
"I've Got My Eyes on You Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 13 May 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/1694079/Fred+Astaire/I%27ve+Got+My+Eyes+on+You>.
Discuss the I've Got My Eyes on You Lyrics with the community:
Report Comment
We're doing our best to make sure our content is useful, accurate and safe.
If by any chance you spot an inappropriate comment while navigating through our website please use this form to let us know, and we'll take care of it shortly.
Attachment
You need to be logged in to favorite.
Log In