Composer

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Andrew Lloyd Webber

Genre

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Miscellaneous

Style

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Miscellaneous

Average_duration

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3:38

"I Don't Talk to Strangers" is a song composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber for the musical "Cats." The musical premiered on May 11, 1981, at the New London Theatre in London's West End. The song is featured in Act II of the musical and is performed by the character of Rum Tum Tugger. The song has a jazzy and upbeat feel to it, with a swing rhythm and a catchy melody. It is a duet between Rum Tum Tugger and the character of Mistoffelees, who is a magical cat. The lyrics of the song are playful and flirtatious, with Rum Tum Tugger trying to convince Mistoffelees to talk to him and not be shy. The song is divided into two movements. The first movement is sung by Rum Tum Tugger, who tries to convince Mistoffelees to talk to him. He sings, "I don't talk to strangers, but I'm willing to make an exception for you." The second movement is sung by Mistoffelees, who finally agrees to talk to Rum Tum Tugger. He sings, "I don't usually talk to strangers, but I'll make an exception for you." The song is characterized by its playful and flirtatious lyrics, its jazzy and upbeat melody, and its swing rhythm. It is a fun and entertaining song that showcases the talents of the performers and adds to the overall energy and excitement of the musical.

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