Ann-Margret started recording for RCA in 1961, but her recording career was not as successful as her concurrent movie career. She had a sexy, throaty singing voice comparable to Eartha Kitt or Nancy Sinatra, and RCA attempted to capitalize on her "Female Elvis" comparison by her recording a version of Presley's "Heartbreak Hotel" and other songs stylistically similar to Presley. She scored one minor hit, "I Just Don't Understand" (which entered the Billboard Top 40 in the third week of August 1961 and stayed 6 weeks, peaking at #17.) Her only charting album is The Beauty and the Beard (1964), on which she was accompanied by trumpeter Al Hirt. The contract with RCA ended in 1966.
Years later, she returned to music at the end of Disco era. Her 1980 album, "Ann-Margret" became a success with both singles, "Midnight Message" and "Love Rush" reaching the Top 10 of the Hot Dance Club Songs chart. In the early 1980s, the album was followed up with the single, "Everybody Needs Somebody Sometimes" and the B-Side "Hold Me/Squeeze Me." Ann Margret has continued to record music sporatically since then.
[edit]Film career
In 1961 she also made her film début for in Pocketful of Miracles, starring Bette Davis, Glenn Ford, and Hope Lange, a remake of the Oscar-winning 1933 film Lady for a Day; both versions were directed by the great Frank Capra. She followed that role with the successful remake of Rodgers' and Hammerstein's musical State Fair in 1962. Her next starring role, as the all-American teenager in Bye Bye Birdie, made her a major star. When she filmed Viva Las Vegas with Elvis Presley the two began an affair that received considerable attention from the gossip columnists in various media. The reports led to a showdown with a very worried Priscilla Beaulieu, which she recounts in her 1985 book, Elvis and Me, including Ann-Margret's attempt to "cut her off at the pass" with a press announcement that Ann-Margret and Elvis were engaged to be married. Although he ended the affair, Presley remained a friend and continued to send her flowers at the opening of each of her stage appearances until he died. Of all the Hollywood starlets he had worked with or had a relationship with, Ann-Margret was the only one to attend his funeral.
In 1963, Ann-Margret was featured and guest-starred, in animated form, in an episode of Hanna-Barbera's The Flintstones as "Ann-Margrock." Decades later, she recorded the theme song to the live-action film The Flintstones in Viva Rock Vegas in character as Ann-Margrock. The song she recorded was a modified version of the "Viva Las Vegas" theme.\
In March 1966, Ann-Margret and entertainers Chuck Day and Mickey Jones teamed up for a USO tour to entertain U.S. servicemen in remote parts of Vietnam and other parts of Southeast Asia. She still has great affection for the veterans and refers to them as "my gentlemen". [1] Ann-Margret, Day and Jones reunited for an encore of this tour for veterans and troops at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada in November 2005. [2]
In 1971, she starred in Mike Nichols's Carnal Knowledge, marking a change from her sex-kitten musical roles, garnering a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. The following year, while performing at Lake Tahoe, Nevada, she fell 22 feet from the stage and suffered injuries that put her out of commission for several months. Throughout the 1970s, Ann-Margret balanced her live performances with a string of critically acclaimed dramatic film performances that played against her glamorous image, including Tommy in 1975, for which she was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress. In addition, she has been nominated for ten Golden Globe Awards, winning five times including Best Actress for Tommy. She also did a string of successful TV specials, starting with The Ann-Margret Show for NBC in 1968. Now in her mid-60s, she continues to act in movies.
In 1994, she published an autobiography titled Ann Margret: My Story (ISBN 0-399-13891-9). She has been married to actor Roger Smith since 1967. Smith suffers from myasthenia gravis, and Ann-Margret has devoted much of her life to caring for him.
In 2001 Ann-Margret made her first appearance in a stage musical, playing the character of Mona Stangley in a new touring production of The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.
She has also filmed the movie "Mem-o-re", where she stars with Billy Zane and Dennis Hopper.
Isn't It Kinda Fun?
Ann-Margret Lyrics
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Maybe I'm not the boy of you dreams,
But isn't it kinda fun to look in each other's eyes,
Swapping romantic gleams!
Maybe you're not the girl to have and to hold,
Maybe I'm not a boy who would stay,
But isn't it kinda fun carousing around the town
Isn't it kinda fun holding hands,
According to a sweet and corny custom.
Isn't it kinda fun makin' vows,
Admitting that we both intend to bust 'em!
Maybe we're out for laughs, a girl and a boy
Kiddin' across a table for two!
But haven't you got a hunch that this is the real McCoy,
And all the things we tell each other are true?
Oh, isn't it kinda fun holding hands,
According to a sweet and corny custom.
Isn't it kinda fun makin' vows,
Admitting that we both intend to bust 'em!
Maybe we're out for laughs, a girl and a boy
Kiddin' across a table for two!
But haven't you got a hunch that this is the real McCoy,
And all the things we tell each other are true?
In "Isn't Kinda Fun," Ann-Margret sings about enjoying the present moment with someone, even though they may not be each other's ultimate romantic destiny. The lyrics suggest that while the relationship may not last forever, it's still enjoyable and worth pursuing for the time being. The phrase "isn't it kinda fun" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the temporary nature of the relationship and the importance of enjoying the moment.
The song captures the carefree spirit of the 1960s, a time when casual dating and non-committal relationships were becoming more common. The lyrics also reflect the uncertainty and playful nature of young love, where two people may not be sure where their relationship is headed but are excited to spend time together regardless.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe you'll never be the love of my life,
I might never love you deeply enough for you to be my true love.
Maybe I'm not the boy of you dreams,
Perhaps I'm not the ideal partner you've been wishing for.
But isn't it kinda fun to look in each other's eyes,
Even though we might not be perfect for each other, it's still enjoyable to share romantic moments.
Swapping romantic gleams!
Exchanging loving looks and expressions with each other.
Maybe you're not the girl to have and to hold,
Perhaps you're not my perfect match for a committed relationship.
Maybe I'm not a boy who would stay,
Maybe I'm not the type of person who is willing to commit to a long-term relationship.
But isn't it kinda fun carousing around the town
Despite not being the best match for each other, it's still fun to explore the city and have a good time together.
Dancing the night away!
Having a great time together, dancing, and enjoying each other's company.
Isn't it kinda fun holding hands,
It's enjoyable to hold hands and share gentle moments of affection.
According to a sweet and corny custom.
Even though it might seem cheesy, it's still a sweet and romantic gesture to hold hands.
Isn't it kinda fun makin' vows,
Making promises to each other, even if we both know we might not keep them, is still a fun and romantic activity.
Admitting that we both intend to bust 'em!
Acknowledging that we might not keep our promises but still enjoying the moment of pledging our affection to each other.
Maybe we're out for laughs, a girl and a boy
We might not be the most serious couple, just two people joking and having fun together.
Kiddin' across a table for two!
Sharing lighthearted jokes and playful banter while sitting across from each other at a table for two.
But haven't you got a hunch that this is the real McCoy,
Don't you feel like there's something genuine about our connection, even if we're not meant to be in love forever?
And all the things we tell each other are true?
Despite not being soulmates, we can still be truthful and authentic with each other in the present moment.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: OSCAR HAMMERSTEIN II, RICHARD RODGERS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@vlopes3000
Maybe you'll never be the love of my life,
Maybe I'm not the boy of you dreams,
But isn't it kinda fun to look in each others eyes,
Swapping romantic gleams!
Maybe you're not the girl to have and to hold,
Maybe I'm not a boy who would stay,
But isn't it kinda fun carousing around the town
Dancing the night away!
Isn't it kinda fun holding hands,
According to a sweet and corny custom.
Isn't it kinda fun makin' vows,
Admitting that we both intend to bust 'em!
Maybe we're out for laughs, a girl and a boy
Kiddin' across a table for two!
But haven't you got a hunch that this is the real McCoy,
And all the things we tell each other are true?
Oh, isn't it kinda fun holding hands,
According to a sweet and corny custom.
Isn't it kinda fun makin' vows,
Admitting that we both intend to bust 'em!
Maybe we're out for laughs, a girl and a boy
Kiddin' across a table for two!
But haven't you got a hunch that this is the real McCoy,
And all the things we tell each other are true?
@gingerhaydon4693
I will never forget this number in "State Fair". Ann-Margret is an incredibly talented performer. I saw her in Branson 3 times about 8 years ago, and she was still beautiful and an awesome performer. She could do it all!
@schallrd1
Totally Awesome entertainment. Ann-Margaret is dazzling. She can make anyone's jaw drop.
@barbarasantander-km4so
Hermosa como siempre la Bella Ann Margret.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😅😊😊❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😂❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@ally4775
This has to be one of the best dance scenes Ann-Margret did she is so awesome :)
@leitertv856
I was 14 when I went to see Pat Boone in State Fair and that was when I first saw Ann-Margret. I was mesmerized by her. I am 70 now and am still a big fan of hers. I met her in person twice. She is so nice and gracious. Very friendly.
@xavierminchello8431
Ann Margret had the "IT" Factor to be a success in HOLLYWOOD!
STUNNING IN EVERY WAY IN ALL WAYS!
@sharon102645
I love Ann-Margaret! I love everything she did before this and after.
@schallrd1
Pat Boone didn't need to act too much playing the naive farm boy in trance watching Ann-Margret dance. The part where she sheds from childish dress to hot skimpy costume makes me laugh when Pat Boone's jaw drops.
@hnlppt
No body makes the screen sizzle like Ann-Margret
@xstanadu
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ ANN~MARGRET so beautiful and what a dancer , singer AND great actress ! Lucky to have seen her in Las Vegas @ the Hilton and Cesars Palace ~ THE BEST EVER ❤️💎❤️