The song was written for a 1932 Broadway play called The Great Magoo. It was used in the movie Take a Chance in 1933. Paul Whiteman recorded a hit version which was released in 1933. Its lasting fame stems from recordings by popular artists during the last years of World War II, with versions by Ella Fitzgerald, Benny Goodman (vocal by Dottie Reid) and most notably Nat King Cole. Written by Harold Arlen / Yip Hardburg / Billy Rose
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It takes an extraordinary artist to re-imagine some of the most beloved songs of the 20th century and make them completely their own. Unlike most who have tackled similar material, American Standard’s beautifully simple, stripped-down arrangements are based on the 2-guitar collaboration of James Taylor and John Pizzarelli, rather than standard piano arrangements. James was determined to keep that sound at the center of the project, and the effect is mesmerizing.
LYRICS
It’s only a paper moon
Sailing over a cardboard sea
But it wouldn't be make-believe
If you believed in me
It’s only a canvas sky
Hanging over a muslin tree
But it wouldn't be make-believe
If you believed in me
Without your love
It's a honky-tonk parade
Without your love
It's a melody played in a penny arcade
It's a Barnum and Bailey world
Just as phony as it can be
But it wouldn't be make-believe
If you believed in me
Without your love
It's a honky-tonk parade
Without your love
It's a melody played in a penny arcade
It's a Barnum and Bailey world
Just as phony as it can be
But it wouldn't be make-believe
If you believed in me
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