Composer

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George Gershwin

Genre

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Film

Style

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Song: Popular

Compose Date

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1936

Average_duration

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3:16

"They Can't Take That Away from Me" is a popular song composed by George Gershwin, with lyrics by his brother Ira Gershwin. The song was written for the 1937 film "Shall We Dance", starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. The film was released on May 7, 1937, and the song quickly became a hit. "They Can't Take That Away from Me" is a romantic ballad that features a slow, swinging melody and heartfelt lyrics. The song is divided into two main sections, with a bridge in between. The first section features a simple, repetitive melody that builds in intensity as the lyrics describe the deep connection between two lovers. The bridge provides a moment of reflection, with the lyrics acknowledging that while the lovers may be separated, their memories and feelings will always remain. The second section returns to the main melody, with the lyrics expressing the hope that the lovers will one day be reunited. The song is notable for its use of syncopation and swing rhythms, which were popular in jazz music at the time. The melody is also characterized by its use of chromaticism, with notes outside of the traditional major or minor scales adding a sense of tension and complexity to the music. "They Can't Take That Away from Me" has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Tony Bennett. The song has also been featured in several films and television shows, cementing its place as a classic of the American songbook.

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