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Music cover, Oh the Pity of It All
Music cover, Oh the Pity of It All, words by Leo Robin, music by Ralph Rainger, from the 20th Century Fox film My Gal Sal starring Rita Hayworth and Victor Mature Date: 1942
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1942 Banjo Hayworth Mature Movie Pity Price Publishing Ralph Rita Robin Sheet Shilling Song Starring Victor Words
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Oh, the Pity of It All
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is a poignant and haunting ballad from the 1942 20th Century Fox film "My Gal Sal," starring the iconic Rita Hayworth and Victor Mature. The song, with lyrics penned by Leo Robin and music composed by Ralph Rainger, served as a poignant backdrop to the wartime romance unfolding on screen. The cover of the sheet music for this timeless melody showcases a melancholic scene, with a red sun setting over a white piano and a black banjo lying nearby. The title, "Oh, the Pity of It All," is written in bold, elegant letters at the top, while the authors' names, Leo Robin and Ralph Rainger, are inscribed below. The image of the sun setting could represent the passing of time, the end of an era, or the fading of love. The sheet music was published in London during the 1940s, a time when the world was embroiled in the turmoil of World War II. The shilling price tag on the cover serves as a reminder of the era's economic climate. The image of the sun, red, white, and black, against the piano and banjo, creates a striking visual contrast that perfectly encapsulates the emotional depth of the song. The lyrics of "Oh, the Pity of It All" express the bittersweet nature of love and the regrets that come with it. The song's haunting melody and poignant lyrics resonated deeply with audiences during the war years and continue to do so today. The cover of this sheet music is a visual representation of the song's emotional depth and the enduring power of music to evoke strong emotions. The John Barrett Collection at Mary Evans Prints Online is home to an extensive collection of historical and cultural images, including this evocative cover of "Oh, the Pity of It All." This image not only offers a glimpse into the past but also serves as a reminder of the enduring power of music to transport us to another time and place.
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