Composer

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Cole Porter

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Show Tune

Publication Date

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Nov 1948

First Performance

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Dec 1948

Average_duration

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4:20

"So in Love" is a popular song composed by Cole Porter in 1948. It was written for the musical "Kiss Me, Kate," which premiered on December 30, 1948, at the New Century Theatre in New York City. The musical was a huge success, running for 1,077 performances and winning five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. "So in Love" is a ballad that features a slow, romantic melody and heartfelt lyrics. The song is sung by the character Lilli Vanessi, who is played by the female lead in the musical. The lyrics express the character's deep love and devotion for her ex-husband, Fred Graham, who is also the male lead in the musical. The song is divided into two main sections, each with its own melody and lyrics. The first section begins with the lyrics "Strange dear, but true dear, when I'm close to you dear, the stars fill the sky." This section features a slow, dreamy melody that builds in intensity as the lyrics express the character's overwhelming feelings of love and longing. The second section begins with the lyrics "So in love with you am I, even without you, my arms fold about you." This section features a more upbeat melody that reflects the character's determination to hold onto her love for Fred, despite their troubled past. Overall, "So in Love" is a classic example of Cole Porter's talent for writing romantic ballads that capture the emotions of his characters. The song has been covered by numerous artists over the years and remains a beloved standard in the American songbook.

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