Blue Moon

Mel Tormé

About Blue Moon

"Blue Moon" is a classic popular song written by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart in 1934. It may be the first instance of the familiar "50s progression" in a popular song and has become a standard ballad. The song was a hit twice in 1949 with successful recordings in the U. S. by Billy Eckstine and Mel Tormé. In 1961, "Blue Moon" became an international number-one hit for the doo-wop group The Marcels, on the Billboard 100 chart and in the UK Singles chart. Over the years, "Blue Moon" has been covered by various artists, including versions by Frank Sinatra, Billie Holiday, Elvis Presley, The Platters, The Mavericks, Dean Martin, Yvonne De Carlo, for Masterseal Reacords 1957, The Supremes, Cyndi Lauper, Bob Dylan and Rod Stewart. Bing Crosby included the song in a medley on his album On the Happy Side (1962). Cowboy Junkies recorded the song on their album The Trinity Sessions. It is also the anthem of English Football League club Crewe Alexandra and English Premier League football club Manchester City, who have both adapted the song slightly. 


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Blue moon 
You saw me standing alone
Without a dream in my heart
Without a love of my own

Blue moon 
You knew just what I was there for
You heard me saying a prayer for 
Someone I really could care for

And then there suddenly appeared before me
The only one my arms could ever hold
I heard somebody whisper "Please adore me"
And when I looked, the moon had turned to gold

Blue moon 
Now I'm no longer alone
Without a dream in my heart
Without a love of my own

Blue moon 
Now I'm no longer alone
Without a dream in my heart
Without a love of my own, blue moon

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Mel Tormé

Melvin Howard Tormé (September 13, 1925 – June 5, 1999), nicknamed The Velvet Fog, was an American musician, known for his jazz singing. He was also a jazz composer and arranger, drummer, pianist, and actor in radio, film, and television, and the author of five books. He composed the music for the classic holiday song "The Christmas Song" ("Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire") and co-wrote the lyrics with Bob Wells. more »

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Written by: Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers

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Song Origin
"Blue Moon" was originally written by Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart in 1934. - The song was intended for the movie "Hollywood Party", although the movie version was never released. - It was then reworked and used for the 1934 MGM movie, "Manhattan Melodrama".
Billy Eckstine's version
Billy Eckstine recorded his version of "Blue Moon" in 1948. - The Eckstine's version was featured in the 1950 musical "That's the Way of the World".
Bing Crosby's version
Bing Crosby recorded his version of "Blue Moon" in 1946. - This version is included in Crosby's 1956 LP, "Bing: A Musical Autobiography".
Bob Dylan's version
Bob Dylan's cover of "Blue Moon" was included in his 1970 album, "Self Portrait". - Dylan's take on the tune was highly influenced by Country and Western music.
Dean Martin's version
Dean Martin recorded his version of "Blue Moon" in 1961, on his album "Dream with Dean". - Martin's version then reached the ranked 11th in the UK Singles Chart in 1961.
Mel Tormé's version
Mel Tormé included his version on his live album "Mel Tormé Live at the Maisonette" in 1975. - Tormé is known for his smooth and melodic vocal delivery, which is reflected in his version of the song.
Rod Stewart's version
Rod Stewart covered "Blue Moon" on his "Stardust: The Great American Songbook, Volume III" album in 2004. - Stewart's version of "Blue Moon" achieved commercial and critical success and it features Eric Clapton on the electric guitar.
The Mavericks' version
Country music band The Mavericks included their version of "Blue Moon" on their debut album "From Hell to Paradise" in 1992. - The Mavericks' version of the song features a more country-rock influence compared to traditional interpretations of the song.
The Supremes' version
The Supremes recorded their version of "Blue Moon" in 1964 for their album "The Supremes Sing Rodgers & Hart". - Their version was a doo-wop influenced cover that highlighted the group's distinctive harmonies.
Legacy of the Song
"Blue Moon" is considered a standard in the Great American Songbook. - It has been covered by numerous musicians in various styles and it remains a favorite among artists and audiences alike.

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