Composer

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Jerome Kern

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song: Popular

First Performance

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1936

Average_duration

:

3:24

"The Way You Look Tonight" is a popular song composed by Jerome Kern with lyrics by Dorothy Fields. It was written for the 1936 film "Swing Time" and premiered on August 27, 1936. The song won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 1936. The song is a ballad with a slow tempo and a 32-bar form. It is written in the key of G major and has a moderate swing feel. The melody is simple and memorable, with a descending chromatic line in the opening phrase. The lyrics describe the beauty of a loved one and the way they make the singer feel. The song has become a jazz standard and has been recorded by many artists, including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Tony Bennett. It has also been featured in numerous films and television shows. The song has three main sections, each with its own melody and lyrics. The first section describes the physical beauty of the loved one, while the second section focuses on the emotional connection between the singer and the loved one. The third section is a repeat of the first section, with a slight variation in the melody. The song's popularity can be attributed to its timeless melody and lyrics, as well as its association with the classic Hollywood era. It has been covered in various styles, from jazz to pop, and remains a beloved song to this day.

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