Mel Tormé - They Can't Take That Away from Me Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote the song 'They Can't Take That Away from Me'?

   'They Can't Take That Away from Me' was written by George Gershwin (music) and Ira Gershwin (lyrics) in 1937.

2. In which movie was 'They Can't Take That Away from Me' first introduced?

   The song was first introduced by Fred Astaire in the 1937 film 'Shall We Dance'.

3. Did Mel Tormé write the lyrics for 'They Can't Take That Away from Me'?

   No, the lyrics were written by Ira Gershwin, while the music was composed by George Gershwin. Mel Tormé performed a rendition of the song.

4. Are there any notable performances of this song besides Mel Tormé's version?

   Yes, besides Mel Tormé's version, Fred Astaire performed it in 'Shall We Dance' and later danced to it with Ginger Rogers in 'The Barkleys of Broadway'. It has also been featured in films like 'Rain Man', 'Mr. Holland's Opus', and Kenneth Branagh's musical adaptation of 'Love's Labour's Lost'.

5. What are some memorable lines from the song?

   'The way you wear your hat, The way you sip your tea', and 'No they can't take that away from me' are some iconic lines from the song.

6. Has this song been sampled or referenced in modern music?

   Yes, the melodic hardcore band Strung Out sampled the song for the intro of 'Analog', the opening track on their 2004 album Exile in Oblivion.