You Can Have Him

Irving Berlin

About You Can Have Him

"You Can Have Him" is a popular song written by Irving Berlin for the 1949 musical Miss Liberty, where it was introduced by Allyn McLerie and Mary McCarty. It is not to be confused with Roy Hamilton's 1961 hit "You Can Have Her", which has later been recorded by female singers using the title "You Can Have Him".


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1992
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You can have him
I don't want him
He's not worth fighting for
Besides there's plenty more where he came from
I don't want him
You can have him
I'm giving him the sack
And he can go right back where he came from
I could never make him happy
He'd be better off with you
I'm afraid I never loved him
All I ever wanted to do was

Run my fingers thru his curly locks
Mend his underwear and darn his socks
Fetch his slippers and remove his shoes
Wipe his glasses when he read the news
Rub his forehead with a gentle touch
Mornings after when he's had too much
Kiss him gently when he cuddled near
Give him babies one for ev'ry year, so you see
I don't want him, you can have him
You can have him, I don't want him
For he's not the man for me

You can have him
I don't want him
He's not worth fighting for
Besides there's plenty more where he came from
I don't want him
You can have him
He isn't my concern
And he can just return where he came from
I would look a trifle silly
Taking him away from you
That was never my intention
All I ever wanted to do was

Close the window while he soundly slept
Raid the icebox where the food is kept
Cook a breakfast that would please him most
Eggs and coffee and some buttered toast
Wake him gently with a breakfast tray
After breakfast clear the things away
Bring the papers and when they've been read
Spend the balance of the day in bed, so you see
I don't want him, you can have him
You can have him, I don't want him
For he's not the man for me

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Irving Berlin

Irving Berlin (May 11, 1888 – September 22, 1989) was a Russian-born American composer and lyricist, widely considered one of the greatest songwriters in American history. He published his first song, "Marie from Sunny Italy", in 1907 and had his first major international hit, "Alexander's Ragtime Band" in 1911. more »

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Written by: Irving Berlin

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10 facts about this song

Composer
"You Can Have Him" is a song composed by the renowned American composer, Irving Berlin.
Release Year
Berlin wrote this song in 1949, showing his longevity as a songwriter, as his career began in the early 1900s.
Musical
The song originally appeared in the Broadway musical "Miss Liberty," which debuted in 1949.
Lyrics
The song is noted for its poignant lyrics which convey a sense of heartbreak and self-sacrifice, telling the story of a woman resigning herself to lose the man she loves to another woman.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered "You Can Have Him" over the years, including famous singers such as Dusty Springfield, Dionne Warwick, Billie Holiday and Nina Simone.
Popular Culture
In the 1990s, the song re-gained popularity when it was featured in the film "My Best Friend's Wedding."
Unique Style
The song showcases Berlin's distinctive melodic style, which often included unexpected interval leaps and modulations.
Significance
"You Can Have Him" is considered an excellent example of the American Songbook, a canon of the most important and influential American popular songs of the 20th century.
Live Performances
During her live performances, Nina Simone often performed an extended rendition of "You Can Have Him," which was received with great appreciation by her audiences.
Iconic Use
Dusty Springfield's version of the song is particularly iconic, peaking at No. 16 on the UK Singles Chart in 1965.

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