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Ain't That a Kick in the Head?

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Ain't That a Kick in the Head? is a song which was written in 1960 with music by Jimmy Van Heusen and lyrics by Sammy Cahn. It was first recorded on May 10, 1960 by Dean Martin, with conducting by Nelson Riddle. Martin performed the song in Ocean's Eleven in an alternate arrangement featuring vibraphonist Red Norvo and his quartet.

Versions

The song has been recorded by many performers, including Robbie Williams, Westlife, Ray Quinn, and Hazell Dean. It also appeared in the soundtrack to the Ocean's Thirteen. It was also used as the soundtrack to a commercial for Budweiser, which was broadcast during Super Bowl XLI.