After spending much of her childhood in foster homes, Monroe began a career as a model, which led to a film contract in 1947. Her early roles were minor, but her performances in The Asphalt Jungle and All About Eve (both 1950) were well received. She was praised for her comedic ability in such films as Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, How to Marry a Millionaire and The Seven Year Itch, and became one of Hollywood's most popular and glamorous performers.
The typecasting of Monroe's "dumb blonde" persona limited her career prospects, so she broadened her range. She studied at the Actors Studio and formed Marilyn Monroe Productions. Her dramatic performance in William Inge's Bus Stop was hailed by critics, and she won a Golden Globe Award for her performance in Some Like it Hot.
The final years of Monroe's life were marked by illness, personal problems, and a reputation for being unreliable and difficult to work with. The circumstances of her death, from an overdose of barbiturates, have been the subject of conjecture. Though officially classified as a "probable suicide", the possibility of an accidental overdose has not been ruled out, while conspiracy theorists argue that she was murdered.
In 1999, Monroe was ranked as the sixth greatest female star of all time by the American Film Institute.
Marilyn's personal life started at a young age at age of 16 when she firstly married James Dougherty on August 5, 1942 in Brentwood, California.
She divorced Dougherty on May 19, 1946.
After Monroe made How To Marry A Millionaire (1953) in 1953. She met Joe DiMaggio on December 30, 1954 at nightclub in Vegas. They married on January 14, 1954 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
She alleged that DiMaggio raped her on her wedding night. They divorced on August 4, 1954 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Monroe married Arthur Miller on June 4, 1956 in Phoenix, Nevada. They moved to Brentwood, California in early August 1956.
The couple divorced on November 12, 1961 in Los Angeles, California. She was found dead at her home in Brentwood, California after a barbiturate (sleeping pill) overdose on August 5, 1962 when she was age 36.
I'm Gonna File My Claim
Marilyn Monroe Lyrics
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And what I want, I'm ready to name!
It's big and strong and handsome and it's 6-feet tall,
I'm gonna file my claim!
I struck a real bonanza and he's rough and rash,
But what he's got, I'm ready to tame,
He's worth a fancy fortune but it's not in cash,
I got the fever, ooohhh the fever
But not for gold in the ground!
I want to tackle to something vital
That I can throw my fences around
A gal should never hustle with a pick and pan,
To dig for gold, that isn't her game.
I'll find the man who found it then I'll get that man!
Who's gonna help me file my claim!
I gotta file my claim!
Ooh Oohh, lookin' for nuggets?
Oohh, mush!
A, B, C, D, Who's gonna file me under love, love!
Not a man, not a single man!
There ain't a man alive who wouldn't trade his gold,
For what it takes to stay in the game.
So have fun and spend it before you get too old,
Who's gonna help me, Oooohhhh, help me, HELP!
Help me! Who's gonna help me file my claim, tonight?
In "I'm Gonna File My Claim," Marilyn Monroe sings about her desire for a strong and handsome man who is worth a fortune. She doesn't want to dig for gold herself, but rather wants to find a man who has already struck it rich and claim him as her own.
The song speaks to the gender roles and expectations of the time period it was written in, where it was believed that women should not engage in manual labor and their success was often measured by their ability to find a suitable husband. Marilyn challenges these traditional gender roles and claims agency over her own desires and future.
The song also touches on the theme of material wealth and how it can impact one's love life. Marilyn is not interested in the gold itself, but rather wants to be with someone who already has it.
Overall, "I'm Gonna File My Claim" is a playful and cheeky song that presents a unique perspective on love and marriage.
Line by Line Meaning
I've looked around the country and I've seen it all,
I have traveled far and wide and I have experienced everything the country has to offer.
And what I want, I'm ready to name!
I know exactly what I want and I am willing to say it out loud.
It's big and strong and handsome and it's 6-feet tall,
The object of my desire is physically attractive, tall and sturdy.
I'm gonna file my claim!
I am going to assert my ownership and pursue what I want.
I struck a real bonanza and he's rough and rash,
I have found someone who is wealthy and successful, but who can be difficult to handle.
But what he's got, I'm ready to tame,
Despite his challenges, I am prepared to take control of the situation.
He's worth a fancy fortune but it's not in cash,
Although he is wealthy, his value is not solely in monetary terms.
I'm gonna file my claim!
I am going to assert my ownership and pursue what I want.
I got the fever, ooohhh the fever
I am excited and passionate about what I want.
But not for gold in the ground!
My passion is not focused on material wealth or possessions.
I want to tackle to something vital
I am seeking out something essential and important in my life.
That I can throw my fences around
I want to assert my ownership and control over what is important to me.
A gal should never hustle with a pick and pan,
A woman should not have to work hard to obtain riches or success.
To dig for gold, that isn't her game.
Pursuing material wealth is not the primary focus for women.
I'll find the man who found it then I'll get that man!
I will locate the person who already has what I want, and I will win him over.
Who's gonna help me file my claim!
I am looking for someone to assist me in my pursuit of what I desire.
I gotta file my claim!
I must assert myself and make my ownership known.
Ooh Oohh, lookin' for nuggets?
Are you searching for something valuable?
Oohh, mush!
Oh come on, let's go!
A, B, C, D, Who's gonna file me under love, love!
I am seeking out someone who will classify me as being in true and meaningful love.
Not a man, not a single man!
I do not need a man in order to assert my ownership and pursue what I want.
There ain't a man alive who wouldn't trade his gold,
Even the wealthiest men would give up their riches for true love.
For what it takes to stay in the game.
Maintaining a successful and fulfilling relationship requires a certain amount of effort and dedication.
So have fun and spend it before you get too old,
Enjoy life and live it up while you still can, before it is too late.
Who's gonna help me, Oooohhhh, help me, HELP!
I am asking for assistance in my pursuit of love and happiness.
Help me! Who's gonna help me file my claim, tonight?
Who will help me assert my ownership and pursue what I truly desire, immediately?
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Kanjian Music, BMG Rights Management
Written by: Ken Darby, Lionel Newman
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Elaine Losee
Amazing song, awesome singer,
Actress, best friend
Honestly, wonderful in
Every way. Never
Ever, will there be
Any other actress,,
Loyalties, unending.
MM,NJB. I love 💘 💗 ♥ you, never
Ever to forget you
The memories are
In my heat. Forevermore my
Friend. Fly with
The angels 😇 ✨ 💖 ♥ 💕
Nadia Shaquira Galvez
I've looked around the country and I've seen it all,
And what I want, I'm ready to name!
It's big and strong and handsome and it's 6-feet tall,
I'm gonna file my claim!
I struck a real bonanza and he's rough and rash,
But what he's got, I'm ready to tame,
He's worth a fancy fortune but it's not in cash,
I'm gonna file my claim!
I got the fever, ooohhh the fever
But not for gold in the ground!
I want to tackle to something vital
That I can throw my fences around
A gal should never hustle with a pick and pan,
To dig for gold, that isn't her game.
I'll find the man who found it then I'll get that man!
Who's gonna help me file my claim!
I gotta file my claim!
Ooh Oohh, lookin' for nuggets?
Oohh, mush!
A, B, C, D, Who's gonna file me under love, love!
Not a man, not a single man!
There ain't a man alive who wouldn't trade his gold,
For what it takes to stay in the game.
So have fun and spend it before you get too old,
Who's gonna help me, Oooohhhh, help me, HELP!
Help me! Who's gonna help me file my claim, tonight?
Pam Yord
I've looked around the country and I've seen it all
And what I want I'm ready to name.
It's big and strong and handsome and it's 6 feet tall.
I'm gonna file my claim.
I've struck a real bonanza and he's rough and rash,
But what he's got I'm ready to tame.
He's worth a fancy fortune but it's not in cash,
I'm gonna file my claim!
I got the fever, ooh, the fever, but not for gold in the ground.
I want the title to something vital that I can throw my fences around.
A girl should never hustle with a pick and pan to dig for gold,
That isn't her game.
I'll find the man who found it then I'll get that man,
Who's gonna help me file my claim?
I'm gonna file my claim.
Ooh, looking for nuggets? Ooh, mush!
A, B, C, D, who's gonna file me under love?
There ain't a man, not a single man!
There ain't a man alive who wouldn't trade his gold
For what it takes to stay in the game.
So have you fun and spend before you get too old.
Who's gonna help me file my claim?
Who's gonna help me, help, help me,
Who's gonna help me file my claim.. Tonight.
Raymond Frankwick
Gladys Monroe's
daughter---Marilyn 💋 .
Stars in a brief, almost half minute, television commercial to sell Royal Triton motor oil. On the air of 1950 Television broadcast.
1959's---Happy April Fool's Day baby name of seventh Frankwick, is Cynthia Ann.
Around a decade after the star disappears, when her Something's Got To Give screeched to a halt.
Cynthia is living a fantasy getting a horse gifted to her. Dancer.
Paperwork: THE DANCEMASTER
She's My Marilyn 💋.🇳🇴
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Quynh Nguyen
I've looked around the country and I've seen it all
And what I want I'm ready to name.
It's big and strong and handsome and it's 6 feet tall.
I'm gonna file my claim.
I've struck a real bonanza and he's rough and rash,
But what he's got I'm ready to tame.
He's worth a fancy fortune but it's not in cash,
I'm gonna file my claim!
I got the fever, ooh, the fever, but not for gold in the ground.
I want the title to something vital that I can throw my fences around.
A girl should never hustle with a pick and pan to dig for gold,
That isn't her game.
I'll find the man who found it then I'll get that man,
Who's gonna help me file my claim?
I'm gonna file my claim.
Ooh, looking for nuggets? Ooh, mush!
A, B, C, D, who's gonna file me under love?
There ain't a man, not a single man!
There ain't a man alive who wouldn't trade his gold
For what it takes to stay in the game.
So have you fun and spend before you get too old.
Who's gonna help me file my claim?
Who's gonna help me, help, help me,
Who's gonna help me file my claim.. Tonight.
Regina Sunset
She's honestly such an amazing singer
Elaine Losee
Amazing song, awesome singer,
Actress, best friend
Honestly, wonderful in
Every way. Never
Ever, will there be
Any other actress,,
Loyalties, unending.
MM,NJB. I love 💘 💗 ♥ you, never
Ever to forget you
The memories are
In my heat. Forevermore my
Friend. Fly with
The angels 😇 ✨ 💖 ♥ 💕
Abriana Gangi
indeed.
Wilko Müller
So sad that she is gone
Dominique
But she mocked god
Mike Hudson
This song and simple arrangement really showcased Marilyn's voice....She sounds wonderful here.
ur man the nascar fan
What an amazing icon and just a wonderful woman in general. A legend, that's for sure!
brad kay
Marilyn Monroe was a superior singer. She had a great grasp of lyrics, the timing ("swing"), plus great pitch and delivery. Her whole personality comes across when she sings, and it's delightful. On this record, she swings better than any Hollywood Sex Icon ever had a right to. I think if Marilyn had only left the whole acting bit behind and stuck with her music, she'd still be alive!
In fact, when "Claim" was first issued, in 1954, RCA sent vinyl preview copies to DJs labeled only with a big question mark ("?") and the caption, "WHO IS IT?" - it being unimaginable that a blonde bombshell could sing so creditably.
Maggie
Tenía una voz muy sensual, super femenina y delicada y sobre todo muy hermosa por el vibrato que tiene al terminar algunas frases, muy lindo en verdad , su selló artístico como varios que tuvo por supuesto . Marilyn Monroe nació con el don de la belleza en todo su esplendor. ⚘💋
Grey Flanel
Marilyn reste une icône,superbe actrice et supebe chanteuse.Merci pour le partage