St. Louis Blues

Maxine Sullivan

About St. Louis Blues

St. Louis Blues is a 1939 American musical film directed by Raoul Walsh that was set on a Mississippi River showboat. Although the plot was not related to the song, the "St. Louis Blues" was sung as one of the numbers. Artists included jazz singer Maxine Sullivan and composer/singer/actor Hoagy Carmichael. The film features Dorothy Lamour, Lloyd Nolan, Tito Guízar, Jerome Cowan and Mary Parker. Lamour sang "I Go for That" by Matt Malneck, Jr., and Frank Loesser in the film, and had a hit recording with it.  


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I hate to see that evening sun go down
I hate to see that evening sun go down
Cause my baby, he's gone left this town

Feelin' tomorrow like I feel today
If I'm feelin' tomorrow like I feel today
I'll pack my truck and make my give-a-way

St. Louis woman with her diamond ring
Pulls that man around by her, if it wasn't for her and her
That man I love would have gone nowhere, nowhere

I got the St. Louis blues, blues as I can be
That man's got a heart like a rock cast in the sea
Or else he wouldn't have gone so far from me

I love my baby like a school boy loves his pie
Like a Kentucky colonel loves his mint 'n rye
I love my man till the day I die

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Maxine Sullivan

Maxine Sullivan (May 13, 1911 – April 7, 1987), born Marietta Williams, was an American jazz vocalist and performer. more »

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Written by: WILLIAM C HANDY

Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"St. Louis Blues" was initially composed and published by American blues composer W. C. Handy in 1914. Its rendition by Maxine Sullivan represents one of the many interpretations of this classic blues tune.
Genre
Maxine Sullivan's rendition of "St. Louis Blues" belongs to the jazz and swing genres, incorporating elements of scat singing and improvisation.
Popularity
Since its original release, Sullivan's version of "St Louis Blues" has become a jazz standard, gaining immense popularity among jazz enthusiasts.
Maxine Sullivan's Style
Sullivan was known for her clear articulation and restrained style of singing, which is well-reflected in her rendition of "St. Louis Blues."
Collaborations
For many renditions of songs including "St. Louis Blues," Sullivan worked with notable musicians of her time like Benny Carter, Teddy Wilson, and the John Kirby Sextet.
Relevance
Maxine Sullivan's version of "St. Louis Blues" continues to be relevant in the world of music today, often being played at jazz festivals and competitions.
Record Label
The song was released under the Vocalion Records label.
Release Time
Maxine Sullivan recorded her version of "St. Louis Blues" during the late 1930s when swing was at its height of popularity.
Recognition
Sullivan's version of "St Louis Blues" is considered a distinctive interpretation, showing her ability to transform a traditional blues tune into a smooth and elegant swing piece.
Legacy
Maxine Sullivan's performance of "St. Louis Blues" continues to influence modern swing and jazz artists, demonstrating the longevity and appeal of her unique style.

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