When It's Sleepy Time Down South
Louis Armstrong
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Homesick tired All alone in a big city Why should ev'rybody pity me, Nighttime's falling, folks are a singin', they dance till break of day Dear Old Southland with it's dreamy songs Takes me back there where I belong How I'd love to be in mammy's arms When It's Sleepy Time Down South
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Written by: CLARENCE MUSE, LEON RENE, OTIS RENE
Lyrics © OTIS RENE PUBLICATIONS, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
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11 facts about this song
Origin of the Song"When It's Sleepy Time Down South" is a jazz standard that was originally composed by Clarence Muse, Leon Rene and Otis Rene in 1931.
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Louis Armstrong's SignatureThe song became best-known when it was recorded by Louis Armstrong, who used it as his theme song for the remainder of his career.
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Al Hirt's VersionTrumpeter Al Hirt recorded his version of the song and it was released in 1961 on his album "He's the King and His Band".
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Harry James' AdaptationIn 1941, the famous band leader and trumpeter Harry James produced another version of the song. This version was also a hit and further popularized the song beyond the jazz genre.
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Song Inspiration"When It's Sleepy Time Down South" was inspired by life in the southern United States, particularly in Louisiana, where Louis Armstrong was from.
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Showcasing Armstrong's Vocal ProwessAlthough Armstrong was mainly known for his trumpet playing, this song became a vehicle for him to showcase his distinctive raspy singing voice.
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Usage in FilmsLouis Armstrong's version of the song was used in numerous films, including "The Glenn Miller Story" (1954) and "The Five Pennies" (1959), as a reflection of Armstrong's influence and popularity in the music industry.
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Song EvolutionOver the years, the song evolved from being a faithful representation of Southern life to a symbolic anthem of the longing for home and a simpler time.
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Tribute to SouthThe song remains a classic homage to the American South and its history, culture, and lifestyle.
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RecognizabilityEven today, "When It's Sleepy Time Down South" remains one of the most recognizable songs from the jazz era, thanks to the renditions by Louis Armstrong, Al Hirt, and Harry James.
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Long-lasting PopularityDespite being written over 90 years ago, "When It's Sleepy Time Down South" continues to be covered by modern artists, underscoring its long-lasting popularity and the timeless quality of its melody and lyrics.
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