My Funny Valentine -

: Many biographers believe the lyrics reflected Lorenz Hart's own insecurities about his appearance. Rise as a Jazz Standard

While a hit in its era, "My Funny Valentine" did not become a defining standard until nearly 15 years after its debut. My Funny Valentine - Википедия My Funny Valentine

: It was first sung by Mitzi Green (playing the character Billie Smith) to a character named Valentine "Val" LaMar . : Many biographers believe the lyrics reflected Lorenz

: The song is a "backhanded" love song. Rather than traditional romantic praise, the lyrics point out the partner's flaws—describing his looks as "laughable" and "unphotographable"—before ultimately affirming that he is the narrator's "favorite work of art". My Funny Valentine