Tea for Two
Vincent Youmans
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Tea For Two Tony Bennett (Irving Caesar/Vincent Youmans) I'm discontented with homes that are rented so I have invented my own. Darling this place is a lover's oasis where life's weary chase is unknown. Far from the cry of the city, where flowers pretty caress the streams, Cozy to hide in, to love side-by-side in. Don't let it abide in my dreams. Picture you upon my knee, just tea for two and two for tea, Just me for you and you for me, alone! Nobody near us, to see us or hear us, No friends or relations on weekend vacations, We won't have it known, dear, that we have a telephone, dear. Day will break and you'll awake and start to bake A sugar cake for me to take for all the boys to see. We will raise a family, a boy for you, a girl for me, Oh, can't you see how happy life would be? You are revealing a plan so appealing I can't help but falling for you, Darling, I planned it; can't you understand it is yours to command it, so do. All of your schemes I'm admiring, they're worth desiring but can't you see, I'd like to wait there for some future date dear; it won't be too late, dear, for me. Picture you upon my knee, just tea for two and two for tea, Just me for you and you for me, alone! Nobody near us, to see us or hear us, No friends or relations on weekend vacations, We won't have it known, dear, that we have a telephone, dear. Day will break and you'll awake and start to bake A sugar cake for me to take for all the boys to see. We will raise a family, a boy for you, a girl for me, Oh, can't you see how happy life would be?
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Written by: IRVING CAESAR, VINCENT YOUMANS
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Tea for Two" is a song from the 1925 musical "No, No, Nanette," composed by Vincent Youmans with lyrics by Irving Caesar.
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Chart PerformanceAlthough released nearly a century ago, the song remains one of Youmans' most popular works. It has been covered by many artists and is a jazz standard.
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Broadway Production"No, No, Nanette," the musical where "Tea for Two" originated, was an enormous Broadway success. Running in the 1920s, it returned for a successful revival in the 1970s.
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Lyrics InspirationThe song's lyrics are rumored to have been written in 1924 by Irving Caesar in about 5 minutes during a subway ride.
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Dance ArrangementThe song was converted into a popular dance arrangement by Tommy Dorsey, and it was this arrangement that transformed "Tea for Two" into a jazz standard.
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Film AdaptationIn addition to its role in "No, No, Nanette," the song was featured in a 1950 film titled "Tea for Two," starring Doris Day and Gordon MacRae.
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Famous InterpretationsMany well-known artists from various genres, including jazz, pop, easy listening, and even classical, have recorded their versions of "Tea for Two." Some notable examples include Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Liberace.
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Unique Style"Tea for Two" is often cited for its unusual chord changes and catchy, syncopated melody, which made it stand out from the scores of other Tin Pan Alley songs of the time.
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Pop Culture PresenceThe song's use in popular culture extends beyond music and film. For instance, it has been referenced in literary works and television shows, including an episode of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel.”
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Sporting ConnectionA notable connection to sports saw the song become a sort of anthem for the Brazilian soccer player, Tostão, during the 1970 FIFA World Cup. The crowd would often sing the song as "Tostão for Goals."
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