Composer

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Richard Rodgers

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Vocal Music

Average_duration

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3:15

"Nobody's Heart" is a popular song composed by Richard Rodgers, with lyrics by Lorenz Hart. The song was written for the musical "By Jupiter," which premiered on June 3, 1942, at the Shubert Theatre in New York City. The musical was a comedy set in ancient Rome, and "Nobody's Heart" was sung by the character of Sapiens, a philosopher who is disillusioned with love. The song is a ballad, with a slow and melancholic melody that reflects the character's sadness and resignation. It is written in the key of F major and has a 4/4 time signature. The song has a simple and repetitive structure, with a verse-chorus form that is repeated twice. The lyrics of "Nobody's Heart" are introspective and poetic, expressing the character's feelings of loneliness and isolation. The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics: "Nobody's heart belongs to me / Nobody's heart but my own." The song goes on to describe the character's longing for love and companionship, but also his acceptance of his solitary existence. The song's melody and lyrics are typical of Rodgers and Hart's style, which was characterized by a combination of romanticism and cynicism. The duo was known for their witty and sophisticated lyrics, as well as their memorable melodies. "Nobody's Heart" is a prime example of their ability to create a song that is both poignant and humorous. Over the years, "Nobody's Heart" has been covered by many artists, including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Tony Bennett. The song has become a standard in the American songbook and is still performed today. Its enduring popularity is a testament to the timeless quality of Rodgers and Hart's music.

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