Let's Kiss and Make Up

Fred Astaire

About Let's Kiss and Make Up

For the song by the Field Mice and covered by Saint Etienne, see Kiss and Make Up (Saint Etienne song)."Let's Kiss and Make Up" is a song composed by George Gershwin, with lyrics by Ira Gershwin. It was introduced in their 1927 musical Funny Face by Fred Astaire and Adele Astaire.


Year:
1987
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I didn't mean to,
Start any scene to
Make you sigh
Hope to die

It's most immoral
For us to quarrel
Why can't we
Both agree

Don't you know Ben Franklin wrote about this thing at length?
On the proposition that in union there is strength?

Why raise a storm up
If we'll just warm up
The blues will slumber
We'll have their number

Let's kiss and make up
Come on, let's wake up
For I need you and you need me
Let's kiss and make up
No use to break up
When we can live in harmony

I'll give you your way
You give me my way
And out the doorway
Our cares will fly away

If we be happy
The way is clear
Let's kiss, and make up
No use to break up
We need each other, dear

Let's kiss and make up
No cares to rake up
For I need you and you need me
No reprimanding
Full understanding
That we can live in harmony

The world is prose-y
When we are fighting
Lets make it rosy
By reuniting

Two heads are better
Than what I hear
Let's kiss and make up
No use to break up
We need each other, dear

Why should we shake up
A new earthquake-up
Take the uptake-up
And soon they'll bake-up
A wedding cake-up
Let's kiss and make up
We need each other dear

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Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire (born Frederick Austerlitz; May 10, 1899 – June 22, 1987) was an American film and Broadway stage dancer, choreographer, singer, musician and actor. His stage and subsequent film career spanned a total of 76 years, during which he made 31 musical films. He was named the fifth Greatest Male Star of All Time by the American Film Institute. He is particularly associated with Ginger Rogers, with whom he made ten films. more »

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Written by: GEORGE GERSHWIN, IRA GERSHWIN

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Singer Origin
"Let's Kiss and Make Up" was performed by Fred Astaire, a widely acclaimed American dancer, singer, and actor, best known for his dancing performances in numerous film musicals during the golden age of Hollywood.
Connection to Broadway
The song debuted in the Broadway Musical "Funny Face" in 1927. Fred Astaire starred in this musical alongside his sister, Adele Astaire.
Musical Production
The song was written by George and Ira Gershwin, one of the most popular songwriting duos during the early 20th century. They are known for their contributions to the American Songbook, writing songs for a number of successful stage shows and films.
Influence
"Let's Kiss and Make Up" has been covered by numerous artists over the years, signifying the song's popularity and timeless appeal.
Song Theme
The song's lyrics are about making amends after a disagreement, a ubiquitous theme in pop music that resonates with many listeners.
Film Feature
"Let's Kiss and Make Up" was later featured in the movie version of "Funny Face" in 1957, where Fred Astaire performed it.
Iconic Dance Sequence
In the 1957 movie "Funny Face", the song was accompanied by an iconic dance sequence featuring Fred Astaire and Audrey Hepburn.
Fred Astaire's Career
Although Astaire is primarily known for his dance performances, his singing prowess is also highly praised by critics. Songs like "Let's Kiss and Make Up" showcase his smooth and stylistic vocal delivery.
Record Release
While it first debuted on the stage, "Let's Kiss and Make Up" was also released on record at the time, allowing fans of the music to enjoy it at home.
Modern References
Despite its age, "Let's Kiss and Make Up" continues to be enjoyed by audiences today, with its recognizable melody and witty lyrics making it popular in compilations and playlists featuring classic songs from the past.

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