"Isn't It Romantic?" is a popular song composed by Richard Rodgers with lyrics by Lorenz Hart, released in 1932. It was first performed by Maurice Chevalier and Jeanette MacDonald in the Paramount film "Love Me Tonight" that same year. The song is a classic example of the American Songbook, known for its romantic and nostalgic melody. It has a 32-bar A–B–A–C chorus structure and is praised for its simple yet effective composition. Alec Wilder, a renowned music scholar, even called it "a perfect song" in his book "American Popular Song: The Great Innovators 1900–1950".
Over the years, "Isn't It Romantic?" has been widely covered by numerous jazz and pop artists, both vocally and instrumentally. Its popularity has also led to its inclusion in several other films, including "The Lady Eve" (1941) and "Sabrina" (1954). The song's enduring appeal lies in its timeless theme of love and its ability to evoke a sense of longing and romance.
