It Might As Well Be Spring

Richard Rodgers
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"It Might As Well Be Spring" is a popular song from the 1945 musical film "State Fair". The song was written by the famous duo Richard Rodgers (music) and Oscar Hammerstein II (lyrics). This film, "State Fair", holds the distinction of being the only original film score from the renowned partnership of Rodgers and Hammerstein. Released in 1945, the song quickly gained popularity and even won the Academy Award for Best Original Song that year. The song is a tender ballad that embodies a sense of yearning and anticipation, much like the feeling of spring fever. It tells the story of a young woman named Margy, who feels restless and dissatisfied with her life. Although it's not springtime, Margy's longing for change and excitement makes her feel like "it might as well be spring". The song has been covered by numerous artists over the years, solidifying its place as an American standard. Some of the most notable renditions include those by Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughan, Doris Day, and Johnny Mathis.

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