This song was written by Irving Berlin and given to his wife, Ellin McKay, as a wedding present. Ellin was disowned by her family for marrying Berlin, a Jew. The royalties from the song would keep support her, even if she lost Irving and his money.
It's a beautiful song even without knowing the back story.
This song was written by Irving Berlin and given to his wife, Ellin McKay, as a wedding present. Ellin was disowned by her family for marrying Berlin, a Jew. The royalties from the song would keep support her, even if she lost Irving and his money.
It's a beautiful song even without knowing the back story.