Harry Connick, Jr. - It Had to Be You Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote the song 'It Had to Be You'?

   'It Had to Be You' was written by Isham Jones and Gus Kahn in 1924. The song became popular with various covers from artists like Marion Harris, Paul Whiteman, and Isham Jones' own orchestra.

2. What notable movies has Harry Connick Jr.'s version of 'It Had to Be You' been featured in?

   Harry Connick Jr.'s rendition of 'It Had to Be You' was prominently featured in the romantic comedy 'When Harry Met Sally...' during a pivotal scene near the end of the movie when Harry is wandering New York City on New Year's Eve.

3. Has Harry Connick Jr. won any awards for his performance of 'It Had to Be You'?

   Yes, Harry Connick Jr. won a Grammy Award for Best Jazz Male Vocal Performance for his work on the soundtrack of 'When Harry Met Sally...', which includes his cover of 'It Had to Be You'.

4. How did Frank Sinatra contribute to the popularity of 'It Had to Be You'?

   Frank Sinatra performed 'It Had to Be You' with Tommy Dorsey's orchestra in the early 1940s before including it on his album Trilogy: Past Present Future in 1980. His version was used in several movies and TV shows, further cementing its popularity.

5. What is unique about Rod Stewart's cover of 'It Had to Be You'?

   Rod Stewart covered 'It Had to Be You' for his album It Had To Be You: The Great American Songbook released in 2002. This album marked Stewart's successful venture into recording pop standards, leading him to release three more albums that also peaked in the Top 10.