The High and the Mighty
Les Baxter
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I was high and mighty, How I laughed at love And the stars above, Then you came like a gentle flame And helped me to find my way! I was high and mighty And I told my heart Where to stop and start, Now I find that I was blind, I'm learning it day by day! Love can change things, Rearrange things, Oh, what strange things Love can do! I'm not high and mighty But I have what's worth All the gold on earth, I have you and I give my heart Forever and ever to you, you, you!
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Written by: NEAL HEFTI
Lyrics © PATTI WASHINGTON MUSIC, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
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12 facts about this song
Songwriting"The High and the Mighty" was composed by Dimitri Tiomkin with lyricist Ned Washington.
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Film AssociationThis song is the title track from the 1954 disaster movie "The High and the Mighty", which starred John Wayne.
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Oscar NominationIt was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1955 but lost to "Three Coins in the Fountain".
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Chart PerformanceJohnny Desmond's version of the song reached number #17 on the Billboard Top 100 charts in 1954.
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Version DiversityAside from Johnny Desmond, the song was also recorded by Les Baxter and His Orchestra. His instrumental version made it to the Billboard Top 10 in the same year.
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Multiple Other VersionsOther artists who have recorded versions of "The High and the Mighty" include Victor Young and His Singing Strings, and Leroy Holmes and His Orchestra.
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RecognitionDespite its popularity, the song is often misattributed due to many artists covering it.
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GenreThe song is often classified under the genres of traditional pop and adult contemporary.
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Historical ContextIts release during the 1950s was during an era when songs from film soundtracks often enjoyed substantial commercial success.
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Song LegacyDespite not winning the Oscar, "The High and the Mighty" remains one of Dimitri Tiomkin and Ned Washington's most memorable collaborations.
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Les Baxter's ReputationLes Baxter was known for his arrangements of pop hits and for his own compositions. His rendition of "The High and the Mighty" stands as a fine example of his orchestral work.
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Johnny Desmond's CareerJohnny Desmond, often called "The Creamer," was known for having a smooth and intimate singing style. "The High and the Mighty" showcases his vocal versatility.
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