Mam'selle

Frank Sinatra

About Mam'selle

"Mam'selle" is a bittersweet song about a rendez-vous with a "mam'selle" (mademoiselle) in a small café. The music was written by Edmund Goulding, the lyrics by Mack Gordon. The song originally appeared in the movie, The Razor's Edge, with Tyrone Power in 1947. Five versions of the song became top ten hits in 1947: by Art Lund, by Dick Haymes, by Frank Sinatra, by Dennis Day, and by The Pied Pipers. Frankie Laine had a hit jazz version, renowned for its vibe solo by Lou Singer. The Art Lund recording was recorded on February 20, 1947 and released by MGM Records as catalog number 10011. The record first reached the Billboard magazine charts on April 11, 1947 and lasted 11 weeks on the chart, peaking at #1. The Dick Haymes recording was recorded on March 6, 1947 and released by Decca Records as catalog number 23861. The record first reached the Billboard magazine charts on April 25, 1947 and lasted 8 weeks on the chart, peaking at #4. The Frank Sinatra recording was recorded on March 11, 1947 and released by Columbia Records as catalog number 37343. The record first reached the Billboard magazine charts on May 10, 1947 and lasted 4 weeks on the chart, peaking at #6 on the Best Seller chart, and #1 on the Jockey chart. The Dennis Day recording was released by RCA Victor Records as catalog number 20-2211. The record first reached the Billboard magazine charts on April 25, 1947 and lasted 5 weeks on the chart, peaking at #8. The Pied Pipers recording was recorded on March 14, 1947 and released by Capitol Records as catalog number 396. The record first reached the Billboard magazine charts on May 2, 1947 and lasted 4 weeks on the chart, peaking at #9. The Frankie Laine recording was recorded on March 28, 1947 and released by Mercury Records as catalog number 5048. 


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It was Montmartre 
It was midnight Come to think of it
It was spring
There was music I was listening
Then in the room somewhere someone began to sing 
This serenade made for remembering
 
A small cafe, Mam'selle
Our rendezvous, Mam'selle
The violins were warm and sweet 
And so were you, Mam'selle
And as the night danced by 
A kiss became a sigh
Your lovely eyes seemed to sparkle 
Just like wine does
No heart ever yearned the way mine does for you
And yet I know too well 
Some day you'll say goodbye 
Then violins will cry 
And so will I, Mam'selle
 
A small cafe, Mam'selle
Our rendezvous, Mam'selle
The violins were warm and sweet 
And so were you, Mam'selle
And as the night danced by 
A kiss became a sigh
Your lovely eyes seemed to sparkle 
Just like wine does
No heart ever yearned the way mine does for you
And yet I know too well 
Some day you'll say goodbye 
Then violins will cry 
And so will I, Mam'selle

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Frank Sinatra

Francis Albert "Frank" Sinatra, /sɨˈnɑːtrə/, (December 12, 1915 – May 14, 1998) was an American singer and film actor of Italian origin. more »

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Written by: Edmund Goulding, Mack Gordon

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10 facts about this song

Composition
"Mam'selle" is a popular song that was written by Edmund Goulding and Mack Gordon for the 1947 movie, "The Razor's Edge." - The melody of the song was composed by Edmund Goulding, while Mack Gordon composed the lyrics.
Andy Williams' Version
Andy Williams' renditions are renowned for their pure vocal type and emotional delivery. His cover of "Mam'selle" is no different, showcasing his impressive range and tonal clarity.
Art Lund's Version
Art Lund's cover of "Mam'selle" was performed with a big band, featuring a robust brass section that complemented his smooth baritone voice.
Dick Haymes' Version
Dick Haymes' melodious and passionate renderings of classic songs made him stand out amongst singers of his era. He covered "Mam'selle" and established its place as a popular song.
Frank Sinatra's Version
The legendary Frank Sinatra released his version of "Mam'selle" in 1947. - Sinatra's version peaked at number three on the billboard charts, contributing majorly to the song's widespread fame.
Frankie Laine's Version
Known for his unique jazz style, Frankie Laine also delivered a remarkable rendition of "Mam'selle". His robust voice added a distinctive quality to the song.
The Ravens' Version
"Mam'selle" was also covered by vocal group The Ravens, who were one of the pioneers of the rhythm and blues genre. Their harmonious rendition added a new dimension to the song.
The Pied Pipers' Version
The Pied Pipers, known for their harmonious group performance, performed a cover of "Mam'selle". - Their version has a unique choral arrangement, further popularizing the song during the post-war era.
Influence
Over the years, "Mam'selle" has been performed and recorded by numerous artists in varied styles, making it a staple of the American songbook.
Performance on Charts
The song did incredibly well on the charts, with versions by Art Lund, Frank Sinatra, and Dick Haymes all reaching the Billboard Magazine Best Seller chart's top ten in 1947.

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