“Crazy Feet” Words and Music – Sidney Mitchell, Con Conrad and Archie Gottler Sung by Fred Astaire Recorded March 26, 1930, London Fred Astaire (born Frederick Austerlitz; May 10, 1899 June 22, 1987) Dancing giant, singing and acting star of stage and screen for over 50 years. Generally considered most talented of dancers. Performed in smooth, elegant style, developed many intricate and innovative routines. Sang in light and sophisticated manner, adept in delivery of lyrics. A favorite of many composers for performing their songs. Co-starred with Ginger Rogers in distinguished series of popular musicals in middle and late 30s, later worked with other dancing partners. Top movie star for four decades. First professional appearance at 5 in Patterson, New Jersey. Performed in vaudeville with sister Adele in dancing act until 1916. They began Broadway career in 1917 with supporting roles but by 1921 they were headliners. The team broke up in 1932 when Adele got married, and Fred starred in his first solo role in Gay Divorce (1932), later played the same role in London. This led to movie test and contract. Played small, uneventful dancing role in “Dancing Lady” (1933), but in late 1933 movie “Flying down to Rio” joined with Ginger Rogers as dance team in secondary leads, and was instant hit. Co-starred with Miss Rogers during 1930s in eight other popular musicals which introduced many great songs. Team broke up then but reunited once in 1949 movie. During the 1940s and 1950s …

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