Kelly was known for his energetic and athletic dancing style, his good looks and the likeable characters that he played on screen.
Although he is known today for his performances in An American in Paris (1951) and Singin' in the Rain (1952), he was a dominant force in Hollywood musical films from the mid-1940s until this art form fell out of fashion in the late 1950s. His many innovations transformed the Hollywood musical film, and he is credited with almost single-handedly making the ballet form commercially acceptable to film audiences.
Kelly was the recipient of an Academy Honorary Award in 1952 for his career achievements. He later received lifetime achievement awards in the Kennedy Center Honors (1982), and from the Screen Actors Guild and American Film Institute; in 1999, the American Film Institute also numbered him 15th in their Greatest Male Stars of All Time list.
Better known as a dancer and movie star than a singer, Gene Kelly nevertheless turned in memorable vocal performances in the context of his movies, the MGM musicals of the 1940s and 1950s.
Kelly rose to fame on Broadway before making his Hollywood debut with "For Me and My Gal" in 1942. Kelly's light, high vocals are distinctive, and he acted even as he sang, sometimes letting his voice crack at a pivotal moment (as in his vocal for the title number in "Singin' in the Rain"). In addition to reinterpreting classics by the likes of George Gershwin, Kelly introduced a few standards, including "Be a Clown" from the film "The Pirate" and "Long Ago and Far Away" from "Cover Girl." He also performed duets with such luminaries as Judy Garland and Frank Sinatra.
I've Got A Crush On You
Gene Kelly Lyrics
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Would be to capture me
But you had such persistence, you wore down my resistance
I fell and it was swell
I'm your big and brave and handsome Romeo
How I won you I shall never, never know
It's not that you're attractive
When you came into view
I've got a crush on you, sweetie pie
All the day and night-time give me sign
I never had the least notion that
I could fall with so much emotion
Could you coo, could you care
For a cunning cottage we could share
The world will pardon my mush
'Cause I have got a crush on you
Could you coo, could you care
For a cunning cottage
That we could share
The world will pardon my mush
'Cause I have got a crush, my baby, on you
In the beginning of the song, Gene Kelly acknowledges that many women would love to be with him but he is interested in only one woman who was persistent and wore down his resistance. He then goes on to say that he doesn't find her physically attractive, but his heart became active when he first saw her. This suggests that there is a deeper connection between them beyond physical attraction.
The chorus of the song is where he admits his feelings and says that he has a crush on her. The descriptive language he uses, such as "sweetie pie" and "cunning cottage," suggests that he views her with affection and whimsy. He then asks her if she could "coo" or care for a cottage they could share, which implies that he envisions a future together with her.
Overall, the song portrays a man who is smitten with a woman who won him over with her persistence and has captured his heart despite not fitting society's conventional standards of beauty. It suggests that true love goes beyond physical attraction and is often found in unexpected ways or people.
Line by Line Meaning
How glad the many millions of Annabelles and Lillians
There are a lot of people out there who would be fortunate to capture my affection
Would be to capture me
They would be lucky to have me
But you had such persistence, you wore down my resistance
You were persistent and eventually broke down my reluctance
I fell and it was swell
My decision to let my guard down and give you a chance was rewarding
I'm your big and brave and handsome Romeo
I see myself as a heroic and attractive figure in your eyes
How I won you I shall never, never know
I don't understand how I convinced you to be with me
It's not that you're attractive
It's not solely because of your looks that I am attracted to you
But, oh, my heart grew active
But my heart became lively and excited when I met you
When you came into view
When I saw you
I've got a crush on you, sweetie pie
I have a strong infatuation with you, my beloved
All the day and night-time give me sign
Throughout the day and night, show me some indication of your feelings for me
I never had the least notion that
I never imagined that
I could fall with so much emotion
I could experience such intense emotions towards someone
Could you coo, could you care
Are you capable of showing affection and concern?
For a cunning cottage we could share
Perhaps we could live together in a charming little house
The world will pardon my mush
People will forgive the sentimental nature of my feelings
'Cause I have got a crush on you
Because I am deeply infatuated with you, my baby
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@owjianbang01
Gene Kelly. Class. Down to earth. All in one. 👍🏻
@elissaschornstein9399
"I've gotta a crush on you" beautiful Gene Kelly. ♥️
An amazing performer in every way.
No one comes close and never will compare to your unique talents.
I miss you Mr. Kelly and always will.
I am so very happy you are immortalized on film, television, and books etc. You deserve to
be remembered forever with love and admiration.
🌹🌹🌹
@ricardorios6089
Simplemente único, espectacular!!!! Gene Kelly, no habrá otro igual.
@gertrud-piaadam-taylor2640
he was an exceptional talent. For me , the best Dancer in the world in the 40`s to 60´s. Add to that his legendary smile and beautiful brown eyes that made him a very handsome man. A fiend of these genes Kelly, who drives me almost daily to see his films and his shows. I`ll probably always love him, whether he`s a dancer, singer or actor.
@elissaschornstein9399
Beautiful song.
Gene had such a sweet voice.
@VlastaFerjancicTim4
Beautiful, I love Gene....
@carmendemetrio7685
GERSHWIN ❣️
A genious !!.. 🤗
@maureen1938
Thank you for this delightful share....beautiful song, singer and photos. Lovely !
@Memale2009
C'est pour nous, les romantiques. Merci!
@AbrahamDiner
Was this Gershwin song included th the film AN AMERICAN IN PARIS ?