Liza (All the Clouds'll Roll Away)
Al Jolson
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Liza, Liza, skies are gray But if you smile on me, all the clouds will roll away. Liza, Liza, don't delay Come keep me company, and the clouds will roll away. See the honey moon a-shinnig down We could make a date with Parson Brown. So, Liza, Liza name the day When you'll belong to me, and the clouds will roll away.
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Written by: GEORGE GERSHWIN, GUS KAHN, IRA GERSHWIN
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Origins"Liza (All the Clouds'll Roll Away)" is a song composed by George Gershwin, with lyrics composed by Ira Gershwin and Gus Kahn.
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PerformanceThe song was first introduced on stage by Al Jolson in the 1929 musical show "Show Girl."
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Film AppearanceAlthough performed on stage in 1929, the song gained wider popularity after being included in the 1946 biographical film, "The Jolson Story," where Al Jolson also belted out the song.
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Notable CoversThe song has been covered by numerous artists like Benny Goodman (1938), Teddy Wilson (1939), and Ella Fitzgerald (1959). These references help mark the continued popularity of this song years after its first performance.
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Jazz StandardOver time, the song has become a jazz standard, often performed in various arrangements by jazz musicians worldwide.
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StyleGeorge Gershwin's composition style for "Liza (All the Clouds'll Roll Away)" combines elements of classical music with jazz-influenced pop, creating a signature sound that was unique for its time.
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Significance of the TitleThe title character, Liza, is frequently found in Gershwin songs. She is often considered a symbol of the idealized woman, often referred to in jazz and blues songs from the early 20th century.
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Use in FilmsBeyond "The Jolson Story," the song also made appearances in other movies. For instance, it was used in "An American in Paris," a 1951 American musical film inspired by the 1928 orchestral composition by George Gershwin.
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Al Jolson’s ContributionAl Jolson, as the performer who first introduced the song, played a key role in cementing its popularity. Known as "The World's Greatest Entertainer," he boosted many of Gershwin's compositions to fame.
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Impact on Music History"Liza (All the Clouds'll Roll Away)" further sealed George Gershwin's reputation as a pioneering composer who bridged the gap between 'serious' music and popular song, influencing many musicians and composers who followed.
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