Composer

:

Dimitri Tiomkin

Genre

:

Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Compose Date

:

1957

Average_duration

:

2:34

"Wild Is The Wind" is a song composed by Dimitri Tiomkin with lyrics by Ned Washington. The song was written for the 1957 film of the same name, directed by George Cukor and starring Anna Magnani and Anthony Quinn. The film tells the story of a rancher's wife who falls in love with a black man, and the song reflects the intense emotions and passions of the characters. The song premiered in the film on December 11, 1957, and was later recorded by several artists, including Johnny Mathis, Nina Simone, and David Bowie. The song has four movements, each reflecting a different aspect of the intense emotions portrayed in the film. The first movement is slow and mournful, with a haunting melody that reflects the sadness and longing of the characters. The second movement is more upbeat, with a driving rhythm that reflects the passion and intensity of their love. The third movement is slower and more contemplative, with a melody that reflects the uncertainty and doubt that the characters feel. The final movement is a return to the haunting melody of the first movement, reflecting the sadness and loss that the characters experience. The song is characterized by its powerful lyrics and emotional intensity, which capture the complex emotions of the characters in the film. The melody is haunting and memorable, and the song has become a classic of American popular music. It has been covered by many artists over the years, and remains a beloved and iconic song of the 20th century.

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