Embraceable You
“Embraceable You” was written in 1930 by George Gershwin (music) and Ira Gershwin (lyrics) for the Broadway musical Girl Crazy. The song was first introduced on stage by Ginger Rogers, and soon became a jazz and pop standard. Legendary versions by Nat King Cole, Judy Garland, Billie Holiday, and Ella Fitzgerald kept it alive across decades, cementing it as one of the most beloved Gershwin ballads. Here, Jason Paul performs “Embraceable You” with acoustic guitar and voice, bringing a stripped-down interpretation of a timeless standard from the Great American Songbook. 👉 Quiz: Which Broadway show first featured “Embraceable You”? 👇 📺 Subscribe → https://www.youtube.com/@JasonMusicPortal 🌐 More music → http://jasonpaul.net
- Composers: George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
- Year Written: 1930