Composer

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Cole Porter

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song: Popular

Publication Date

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Mar 1953

First Performance

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Mar 1953

Average_duration

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4:05

"It's Alright with Me" is a popular jazz standard composed by Cole Porter in 1953. The song was written for the musical "Can-Can," which premiered on Broadway in 1953. The musical was a huge success, running for over 900 performances and winning several Tony Awards. The song is a classic example of Porter's sophisticated and witty lyrics, combined with his catchy melodies and complex harmonies. The song is in the key of G major and has a moderate tempo. It features a swinging rhythm section, with a walking bass line and a syncopated piano accompaniment. The song is divided into three sections, each with its own melody and lyrics. The first section is a verse, which sets up the story and introduces the main character. The second section is the chorus, which is repeated several times throughout the song. The chorus features the famous line "It's alright with me," which is repeated several times in different contexts. The third section is a bridge, which provides a contrast to the chorus and leads back to the verse. The lyrics of the song are typical of Porter's style, with clever wordplay and double entendres. The song tells the story of a man who is in love with a woman who is not interested in him. Despite this, he remains optimistic and declares that "it's alright with me" if she doesn't love him back. The lyrics are both humorous and poignant, capturing the bittersweet nature of unrequited love. The song has been recorded by many jazz and pop artists over the years, including Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, and Nat King Cole. It has become a jazz standard and is often performed at jazz clubs and festivals around the world. The song's enduring popularity is a testament to Porter's talent as a songwriter and his ability to capture the essence of human emotions in his music.

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