It’s delightful, it’s delicious, it’s de-lovely.
Meaning of the quote
'It's delightful, it's delicious, it's de-lovely.' This quote by American composer Cole Porter uses rhyming and repetition to describe something that is incredibly wonderful and enjoyable. The words "delightful," "delicious," and "de-lovely" all mean the same thing - that the thing being described is incredibly pleasant, satisfying, and beautiful. The repetition and rhythm of the quote make it fun and easy to remember, like a catchy song.
About Cole Porter
Cole Porter was an American composer and songwriter known for his witty, urbane lyrics and successful Broadway musicals. He defied his grandfather’s wishes and pursued a career in music, eventually becoming one of the major songwriters for the Broadway stage in the 1920s and 1930s. Despite a serious injury that left him disabled, Porter continued to work and made a triumphant comeback with his hit musical ‘Kiss Me, Kate’ in 1948.
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