I’ve Got You Under My Skin
Written by Cole Porter and first performed in 1936, “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” is a classic song that has been covered by many artists, including Frank Sinatra. Sinatra’s version, recorded in 1956, is considered one of the definitive versions of the song.
The song is a sultry, up-tempo ballad about the power of love. The lyrics describe the singer’s obsession with their lover, comparing them to a “thorn in my side” and a “flame in my heart.” The song’s insistent melody and Sinatra’s passionate vocals create a sense of urgency and excitement.
“I’ve Got You Under My Skin” has been used in many films and television shows, including “The Manchurian Candidate” (1962), “The Talented Mr. Ripley” (1999), and “Mad Men” (2007). The song continues to be popular today, and it is considered a standard of the American popular songbook.
Frank Sinatra
Frank Sinatra was one of the most popular and influential singers of the 20th century. He was born in Hoboken, New Jersey, in 1915, and began his singing career in the early 1940s. Sinatra quickly rose to fame, and he became one of the most successful singers of his era.
Sinatra was known for his smooth, velvety voice and his charismatic stage presence. He was also a gifted actor, and he starred in several films, including “From Here to Eternity” (1953) and “Ocean’s Eleven” (1960).
Sinatra’s career spanned over six decades, and he recorded over 1,000 songs. He won numerous awards, including 11 Grammy Awards and an Academy Award. Sinatra was also a Kennedy Center honoree and a recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
Frank Sinatra died in 1998 at the age of 82. He is considered one of the greatest singers of all time, and his music continues to be enjoyed by millions of people around the world.
The Legacy of “I’ve Got You Under My Skin”
“I’ve Got You Under My Skin” is a timeless classic that continues to be enjoyed by people of all ages. The song’s universal themes of love, obsession, and desire make it relatable to anyone who has ever been in love. Sinatra’s passionate vocals and the song’s catchy melody make it a truly unforgettable song.
“I’ve Got You Under My Skin” is a testament to the power of music. It is a song that can make you feel happy, sad, or anything in between. It is a song that can stay with you for a lifetime.
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I’ve got you under my skinI’ve got you, deep in the heart of meSo deep in my heart that you’re really a part of meI’ve got you under my skinI’d tried so, not to give inI said to myself this affair never will go so wellBut why should I try to resist when baby I know so wellI’ve got you under my skinI’d sacrifice anything come what mightFor the sake of having you nearIn spite of a warning voice that comes in the nightAnd repeats, repeats in my earDon’t you know, little foolYou never can winUse your mentalityWake up to realityBut each time that I do just the thought of youMakes me stop before I begin‘Cause I’ve got you under my skinI would sacrifice anything come what mightFor the sake of having you nearIn spite of a warning voice that comes in the nightAnd repeats how it yells in my earDon’t you know, little foolYou never can winWhy not use your mentalityStep up, wake up to realityBut each time I do just the thought of youMakes me stop just before I begin‘Cause I’ve got you under my skinYes, I’ve got you under my skin