I'm Beginning To See the Light
The Ink Spots, Ella Fitzgerald
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I never cared much for moonlit skies I never wink back at fireflies But now that the stars are in your eyes I'm beginning to see the light I never went in for afterglow Or candlelight on the mistletoe But now when you turn the lamp down low I'm beginning to see the light Used to ramble through the park Shadowboxing in the dark Then you came and caused a spark That's a four-alarm fire now I never made love by lantern-shine I never saw rainbows in my wine But now that your lips are burning mine I'm beginning to see the light
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Written by: Edward Kennedy Ellington, Don George, Harry James, Johnny Hodges
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12 facts about this song
Song's Origin"I'm Beginning to See the Light" is a popular song that was initially recorded by Harry James and his orchestra in 1944. Duke Ellington, Johnny Hodges, Harry James, Don George, and Joya Sherrill are all credited as composers of the song.
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Duke Ellington's ContributionDuke Ellington, a pioneer of jazz, played a significant role in the creation of "I'm Beginning to See the Light." This performance stands as a testament to his long-lasting influence.
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First Vocal VersionThe first vocal version of the song had lyrics by Joya Sherrill and was performed by Kitty Kallen with Harry James and his Orchestra.
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Ella Fitzgerald's RenditionThe song has been covered by numerous artists but one notable cover was by Ella Fitzgerald on her 1961 Verve album: "Ella Fitzgerald Sings the Duke Ellington Songbook."
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Use in Movie Soundtracks"I'm Beginning to See the Light" has been featured in various movie soundtracks, including "My Dog Skip" (2000), "Two Weeks Notice" (2002), and "Heartbreakers" (2001).
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The Ink Spot's VersionThe version of the song performed by The Ink Spots, a vocal group famous for their harmonies, is notable because of their unique fusion of the swing jazz style of the original with their own pop-oriented vocal style.
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Genre"I'm Beginning to See the Light" falls under the swing genre, characterized by strong, rhythmic "groove" or drive usually using "jazz element" chords and melodies.
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Lyric's MeaningThe lyrics of "I'm Beginning to See the Light" are often interpreted as a metaphor for someone emerging from the darkness of ignorance or disillusionment into the light of wisdom, understanding, or love.
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Instrumental ComponentInstrumentally, "I'm Beginning to See the Light" typically features a big band arrangement, a standard of jazz and swing music, highlighting brass and reed sections against drums, guitar, and bass.
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Grammy Hall of FameElla Fitzgerald's version was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2005, which is an award established by the Recording Academy's National Trustees in 1973 to honor recordings of lasting qualitative or historical significance that are at least 25 years old.
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Johnny Hodges ContributionJohnny Hodges, a famous saxophonist, is also credited as a composer of the song. He was a long-time member of the Duke Ellington orchestra.
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Timelessness"I'm Beginning to See the Light" remains a popular staple of big band and swing music and continues to be covered by artists in many different genres, speaking to its timeless appeal.
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