Sugar Blues
Ella Fitzgerald
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Have you heard these blues That I'm gonna sing to you When you hear them they will thrill you Through and through There the sweetest blues you ever heard Now listen and don't say a word Sugar blues Everybody's singing the sugar blues The whole towns ringing My loving man sweet as can be But the doggone fools Turned sour on me I'm so unhappy Feel so unhappy I could lay me down a die You could say what you choose But I'm all confused I got the sweet, sweet sugar blues More sugar I've got the sugar blues Sugar blues Every singing the sugar blues My loving man sweet as can be But the doggone fools Turned sour on me I'm so unhappy Feel so unhappy I could lay me down a die You could say what you choose But I'm all confused I got the sweet, sweet sugar blues More sugar I've got the sugar blues Yea!
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Written by: BRIAN MICHAEL DOWNEY, WILLIAM SCOTT GORHAM, PHILIP PARRIS LYNOTT, SNOWY WHITE
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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16 facts about this song
Genre"Sugar Blues" is a song that falls into the categories of jazz and blues.
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OriginationOriginally, the song "Sugar Blues" was written in 1919 by Clarence Williams and Lucy Fletcher.
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CoverThe track was covered by many artists, but Ella Fitzgerald's 1958 version is one of the most popular.
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AlbumElla Fitzgerald's rendition of "Sugar Blues" appears in her album "Get Happy!".
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MusicianElla Fitzgerald, known as the "First Lady of Song," was a highly revered American jazz singer, admired for her pure tone and ability to mimic instrumental sounds.
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Song Theme"Sugar Blues" is about a woman who's 'got the sugar blues' because her man has left her.
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Distinct QualityElla Fitzgerald's cover of "Sugar Blues" stands out for her vocal acrobatics and the enriched arrangements it possesses.
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RecognitionAlthough "Sugar Blues" is not one of Ella Fitzgerald's biggest hits, it still holds its place in jazz history due to her unique interpretation and delivery.
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LegacyThe song "Sugar Blues" is considered an essential part of the 'great American songbook,' a reflection of the high-quality popular music from the early to mid-20th century.
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Performance StyleElla Fitzgerald was known for her improvisation, and it's no different in "Sugar Blues." She adds her scat singing style to the song, making the performance more lively and engaging.
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Collaborations"Get Happy!", the album "Sugar Blues" is part of, was a collaboration between Ella Fitzgerald and the vocal choir The Randy Van Horne Singers.
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InstrumentationBesides Fitzgerald’s powerful and regular vocals, the song also boasts skillful trumpet and trombone play, contributing to the distinct jazz feel of the song.
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Influence"Sugar Blues" and other similar songs of Ella Fitzgerald played a major role in bringing respect and popularity to jazz music and female vocalists in the music industry.
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Cultural ImpactSince its release, the song has been performed by countless artists around the world following in Fitzgerald's footsteps, validating its impact on jazz and blues culture.
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TimelessnessDespite being more than six decades old, "Sugar Blues" remains a popular staple in jazz playlists and is frequently covered by modern artists.
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Live PerformancesElla Fitzgerald's live interpretation of "Sugar Blues" was widely appreciated, showcasing her ability to engage an audience with her impeccable timing and control over her voice.
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