My Happiness
The Song Spinners, Ella Fitzgerald
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Evening shadows make me blue When each weary day is through How I long to be with you My happiness Every day I reminisce Dreaming of your tender kiss Always thinking how I miss My happiness A million years it seems Have gone by since we shared our dreams But I'll hold you again There'll be no blue memories then Whether skies are gray or blue Any place on earth will do Just as long as I'm with you My happiness Evening shadows make me blue When each weary day is through How I long to be with you My happiness Every day I reminisce Dreaming of your tender kiss Always thinking how I miss My happiness A million years it seems Have gone by since we shared our dreams But I'll hold you again There'll be no blue memories then Whether skies are gray or blue Any place on earth will do Just as long as I'm with you My happiness
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Written by: Betty Peterson, Borney Bergantine
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"My Happiness" falls under the genre of jazz and traditional pop. Ella Fitzgerald was famous for jazz music and it's one of her signature songs.
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Composer AttributesThe song was composed by Borney Bergantine and Betty Peterson Blanc, first being recorded by the Marlin Sisters in November 1947.
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Success MetricsThis song isn't the most popular of Ella Fitzgerald's. However, it was popular enough to cover by multiple artists, such as Connie Francis, whose version topped the Billboard 100 chart in 1959.
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Performance AppealThe song showcased Ella Fitzgerald's versatile vocal range and her ability to infuse emotion into her performances. Her smooth tone gave the song a soothing, nostalgic vibe.
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Historical Significance"My Happiness" holds a special place in pop culture history. It was the first song Elvis Presley ever recorded as a gift for his mother.
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Song InterpretationThe song is a wistful and poignant expression of longing for a loved one's presence, which brings happiness.
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Recording DetailsElla Fitzgerald recorded the song in 1948, at a point in her career where she had already established a reputation as one of the leading jazz singers of the time.
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Accompanying MusiciansDuring the recording of "My Happiness", Fitzgerald was backed by a number of talented jazz musicians, which added a rich, full sound to the track.
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Song’s LegacyThough not one of Fitzgerald's most well-known songs, "My Happiness" remains a beloved classic among fans of traditional pop and jazz music.
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Connection to ElvisWhile Fitzgerald's version is jazz infused, Elvis Presley's version leaned more towards rock and roll thus highlighting the song's versatility across different music genres.
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