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

:

2:26

"Pick Yourself Up" is a popular song composed by Jerome Kern, with lyrics by Dorothy Fields. The song was written in 1936 for the musical film "Swing Time," starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. The film was released on August 27, 1936, and the song quickly became a hit. "Pick Yourself Up" is a classic example of the upbeat, optimistic songs that were popular during the Great Depression. The song's lyrics encourage listeners to keep a positive attitude and to persevere through difficult times. The melody is catchy and upbeat, with a swing rhythm that was popular in the 1930s. The song is composed in the key of G major and has a moderate tempo. It is written in a 32-bar form, with a verse and chorus. The verse is sung in a slower tempo, while the chorus is sung in a faster, more upbeat tempo. The song's lyrics are filled with clever wordplay and puns. The opening lines of the song, "Nothing's impossible, I have found / For when my chin is on the ground / I pick myself up, dust myself off, start all over again," set the tone for the rest of the song. The lyrics encourage listeners to keep trying, even when things seem impossible. The song's chorus is equally optimistic, with lines like "Pick yourself up, take a deep breath / Dust yourself off, start all over again." The lyrics are a reminder that even when things seem hopeless, there is always a way to start over and try again. "Pick Yourself Up" has become a jazz standard and has been covered by many artists over the years. The song's upbeat message and catchy melody continue to resonate with listeners today, making it a timeless classic.

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