I Ain't Got Nothin' But the Blues
Red Norvo Quintet, Duke Ellington
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Ain't got the change of a nickel Ain't got no bounce in my shoes Ain't go no fancy to tickle I ain't got nothing but the blues Ain't got no coffee that's perking Ain't got no winnings to lose Ain't got a dream that is working I ain't got nothing but the blues When trumpets flare up I keep my hair up I just can't make it come down Believe me peppie I can't get happy Since my ever loving baby left town Ain't got no rest in my slumbers Ain't got no feelings to bruise Ain't got no telephone numbers I ain't got nothing but the blues
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Written by: DUKE ELLINGTON, DON GEORGE
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10 facts about this song
Origin"I Ain't Got Nothin' But the Blues" is a jazz song composed by the highly influential American pianist and bandleader, Duke Ellington.
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CollaborationThe lyrics for the song were written by Don George, an occasional collaborator with Duke Ellington.
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Release DateThe song was first recorded and released in 1937.
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Ella Fitzgerald VersionThe renown American jazz singer Ella Fitzgerald famously sung "I Ain't Got Nothin' But the Blues" on her 1957 album, "Like Someone in Love."
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Grammy Hall of FameThe song received the greatest acknowledgement when Ella Fitzgerald's version of "I Ain't Got Nothin' But the Blues" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2008.
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Song StyleThe track is a showcase of classic Duke Ellington jazz, marked by intricate piano melodies, bold brass instruments, and soulful vocal performances.
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Noteworthy CoversAside from Ella Fitzgerald, it was also famously covered by other renowned artists such as Louis Armstrong and Robben Ford.
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Inspirational ValueThis Blues song is an example of Duke Ellington's ability to cross over into various other genres and his influence on upcoming musicians.
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Song Theme"I Ain't Got Nothin' But the Blues" is well-known for its moody, sentimental theme, and its lyrics that articulate a deep sense of longing and melancholy.
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Live PerformancesDuke Ellington and his orchestra would often perform this song during their live concerts, further contributing to its popularity.
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