Introduction
“Fly Me to the Moon,” a timeless classic, has captured the hearts of generations with its enchanting melody and poignant lyrics. This iconic song, originally written by Bart Howard in 1954, has been interpreted by numerous artists, but it’s Frank Sinatra’s rendition that truly stands out. Sinatra’s smooth vocals and the song’s romantic essence make it a treasured gem in the world of music.
Did You Know?
- Song Origin: “Fly Me to the Moon” was initially titled “In Other Words” when Bart Howard composed it in 1954. The song’s transformation into its current title was influenced by the space race in the 1960s, making it a fitting anthem for the Apollo missions.
- Frank Sinatra: Frank Sinatra, also known as “Ol’ Blue Eyes,” was an American musical legend. He recorded “Fly Me to the Moon” in 1964 for his album “It Might as Well Be Swing.” His interpretation of the song is considered the definitive version, capturing the essence of romance and wanderlust.
- Apollo Missions: “Fly Me to the Moon” gained even more prominence when it was played during the Apollo 10 mission in 1969, setting the stage for the historic moon landing. It became the first music heard on the moon’s surface when astronaut Buzz Aldrin played it on a portable cassette player.
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Lyrics
Fly me to the moonLet me play among the starsAnd let me see what spring is like onA-Jupiter and MarsIn other wordsHold my handIn other wordsBaby, kiss meFill my heart with songAnd let me sing forever moreYou are all I long forAll I worship and adoreIn other wordsPlease, be trueIn other wordsI love youFill my heart with songLet me sing forever moreYou are all I long forAll I worship and adoreIn other wordsPlease, be trueIn other wordsIn other wordsI loveYou
