Getting Sentimental Over You

Tommy Dorsey

About Getting Sentimental Over You

"I'm Getting Sentimental Over You" is a song recorded by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra. The words were written by Ned Washington and the music was written by George Bassman. It was first performed in 1932. The original copyright is dated 1933 and issued to Lawrence Music Publishers, Inc. The copyright was assigned to Mills Music, Inc. in 1934. Noni Bernardi, a saxophonist with the Dorsey orchestra arranged this song. Dorsey was the featured trombone soloist when his orchestra played it. It was first recorded in September 1935. A second recording on October 18, 1935 is the exact arrangement that Tommy would henceforth feature. Frank Sinatra sang this song in the Dorsey Orchestra and also featured it in an album, I Remember Tommy, after Tommy Dorsey's death in 1956. This song was featured in an episode of The Twilight Zone called "Static", and in the films Carnal Knowledge and Bart Got a Room. The tempo is considered a fox trot or swing. 


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1988
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Never thought I'd fall,
But now I hear love call,
I'm getting sentimental over you

Things you say and do,
Just thrill me through and through,
I'm getting sentimental over you.

I thought I was happy,
I could live without love
Now I must admit,
Love is all I'm thinking of

Won't you please be kind,
And just make up your mind
That you'll be sweet & gentle,
Be gentle with me
Because I'm sentimental over you

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Tommy Dorsey

Thomas Francis "Tommy" Dorsey, Jr. (November 19, 1905 - November 26, 1956) was an American jazz trombonist, trumpeter, composer, and bandleader of the Big Band era. He was known as "The Sentimental Gentleman of Swing", due to his smooth-toned trombone playing. Although he was not known for being a notable soloist, his technicality with the trombone gave him renown amongst other musicians. He was vastly admired by other musicians, however, for his technical skill on his instrument. He was the younger brother of bandleader Jimmy Dorsey. After Dorsey broke with his brother in the mid-1930s, he led an extremely popular and highly successful band from the late 1930s into the 1950s. more »

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Written by: George Bassman, Ned Washington

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15 facts about this song

Song History
"I'm Getting Sentimental Over You" was the most popular and recognizable song by the Tommy Dorsey orchestra.
Notable Dates
Tommy Dorsey released his version of the song in October, 1935.
Composer & Lyricist
The original song was composed by George Bassman with lyrics written by Ned Washington in 1932.
Signature Theme
The song became the signature theme of the Tommy Dorsey orchestra and it was used to open all of his radio performances.
Album Appearances
The song has appeared in several Dorsey compilation albums, including "The Best of Tommy Dorsey" released in 2001.
Covers by Other Artists
It has been covered by a wide range of artists including Frank Sinatra, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Louis Armstrong, among others.
Recognition in Jazz Music
This song is now considered a jazz standard, often played by big bands and jazz musicians the world over.
Contribution to Popularity
Tommy Dorsey's version of the song is credited with significantly enhancing his popularity as a bandleader in the Swing era of jazz.
Trombone Feature
The song showcases Dorsey's skilled trombone playing. His warm, smooth style exemplifies the melody-focused approach of the Swing era.
Appearance in Film and TV
The song has also been used in numerous films and TV series, including “A League of Their Own (1992),” “The Fabulous Baker Boys (1989),” and “The English Patient (1996).”
Unique Aspect in Music
The song's calming, ballad-like quality differentiates it from many other fast-paced danceable hits popular during the Swing era.
Active Years of Tommy Dorsey
Tommy Dorsey was active in the music industry from 1923 until his death in 1956.
Association with Sinatra
Frank Sinatra is often associated with this song due to his tenure with the Tommy Dorsey orchestra. Sinatra's 1945 recording of "I'm Getting Sentimental Over You" is also quite popular.
Cultural Impact
The song marked a pivotal point in the Swing era and continues to influence jazz and pop musicians today.
Album Record
It was recorded for the Victor label (No. 25136) and has sold countless copies since its initial release.

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