The Girl That I Marry
Frank Sinatra
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The girl that I marry will have to be As soft and as pink as a nursery The girl I call my own Will wear satins and laces and smell of cologne Her nails will be polished and, in her hair She'll wear a gardenia and I'll be there Stead of flittin', I'll be sittin' Next to her and she'll purr like a kitten A doll I can carry, the girl that I marry must be Her nails will be polished and, in her hair She'll wear a gardenia and I'll be there Stead of flittin', I'll be sittin' Next to her and she'll purr like a kitten A doll I can carry, the girl that I marry must be
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Written by: IRVING BERLIN
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9 facts about this song
Songwriter Information"The Girl That I Marry" was written by American songwriter Irving Berlin, who was one of the most prolific and well-known songwriters in American history. His other notable songs include "God Bless America" and "White Christmas."
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Original ProductionThe song first featured in a musical named "Annie Get Your Gun", which premiered on Broadway in 1946. Irving Berlin wrote the lyrics and music for the entire musical.
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Ethel Merman's VersionEthel Merman, an American actress and singer, originally performed "The Girl That I Marry" in the role of Annie Oakley in the Broadway musical. Merman was famous for her powerful and unique voice.
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Eddy Howard's VersionThis song was covered by Eddy Howard, an American vocalist and bandleader, who was prominent during the 1940s and 1950s. Eddy Howard and His Orchestra provided dance music for America with hits like "It's No Sin" and "To Each His Own."
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Frank Sinatra's VersionFrank Sinatra, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, also covered "The Girl That I Marry." The song appeared on his album, "Annie Get Your Gun," which was released in 1963.
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Song's PopularityThe Girl That I Marry" became wildly popular among the wartime generation for its romantic theme, touching lyrics, and captivating melody. Several versions of the song were made.
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Theme of the SongTheme-wise, "The Girl That I Marry" is a reflection of the ideal woman from the male protagonist's perspective. The lyrics describe the characteristics of the woman that the narrator wishes to marry.
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In MoviesBesides being part of the stage musical, the song also featured in a movie adaptation of "Annie Get Your Gun" released in 1950.
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Song's LegacyDespite being over 70 years old, "The Girl That I Marry" remains an enduring classic, frequently performed in stage revivals of "Annie Get Your Gun" and covered by modern musicians.
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