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"Moon Song (That Wasn't Meant for Me)" is a popular song and jazz standard with music by Arthur Johnston and lyrics by Sam Coslow that was published in 1932. The song was introduced by Kate Smith in the Paramount movie Hello, Everybody! Popular versions in 1933 were by Wayne King, Jack Denny (vocal by Paul Small) and by Art Kassel. The song has since been recorded by many other singers, including Doris Day on her album Day by Night, Louis Armstrong and Oscar Peterson on their 1957 album Louis Armstrong Meets Oscar Peterson, Sue Raney on her 1958 album When Your Lover Has Gone, Mel Torme for his album Swingin' on the Moon (1960), Frank Sinatra on his album Moonlight Sinatra (1965), Jo Stafford on her album This Is Jo Stafford (1965) and Dan Barrett and his Extra-Celestials with special guest Rebecca Kilgore on the album Moon Song (1998).  


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1957
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Oscar Peterson

Oscar Emmanuel Peterson, CC, CQ, OOnt (August 15, 1925 – December 23, 2007), was a Canadian jazz pianist and composer. He was called the "Maharaja of the keyboard" by Duke Ellington, "O.P." by his friends. He released over 200 recordings, won eight Grammy Awards, and received other numerous awards and honours over the course of his career. He is considered to have been one of the greatest jazz pianists of all time, having played thousands of live concerts to audiences worldwide in a career lasting more than 60 years. more »

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Doris Day
"Moon Song" is the first track of the "Day by Night" album, setting a dreamy mood and showcasing Doris Day's soothing and emotive vocal range.
Louis Armstrong
In Armstrong's version of "Moon Song", his signature trumpet play complements his unique vocal style, thereby bringing a different feel to the song.
Oscar Peterson
Peterson’s rendition can be found in his 1959 album, “Oscar Peterson Plays The Harold Arlen Songbook”. Throughout the song, Oscar Peterson's skillful touch on the piano brings a soulful and melancholic feel to the piece.
Song Composition
"Moon Song" was not originally composed by any of the mentioned artists. It was written by Arthur Johnston and Sam Coslow for the 1932 movie “The Big Broadcast,” which was one of Paramount's all-star revue films. The song is considered a jazz standard and has been covered by numerous artists over the years.
Song Theme
The song brings up the theme of romance under the moonlight, which is a recurrent theme in many classic songs. It showcases the moon's symbolic and poetic representation of love and longing.
Song Style
Even though "Moon Song" has been performed by multiple artists each with their own style, it is widely recognized as a ballad. Characterized by its slow tempo and emotional delivery, the song highlights the artist's vocal prowess.

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