Sentimental Journey

Les Brown

About Sentimental Journey

"Sentimental Journey" is a popular song, published in 1944. The music was written by Les Brown and Ben Homer, and the lyrics were written by Bud Green.


Year:
1994
3:11
60 
#1

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Gonna take a sentimental journey
Gonna set my heart at ease
Gonna make a sentimental journey
To renew old memories

Got my bag, got my reservation
Spent each dime I could afford
Like a child in wild anticipation
Long to hear that "All aboard"

Seven, that's the time we leave, at seven
I'll be waitin' up for heaven
Countin' every mile of railroad track
That takes me back

Never thought my heart could be so yearny
Why did I decide to roam?
Gotta take that sentimental journey
Sentimental journey home

Sentimental journey!

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Les Brown

Les Brown was an American musician, bandleader, and composer. He led the Les Brown and His Band of Renown, an ensemble known for its successful recordings and energetic performances during the big band era. Brown's band became particularly popular in the 1940s and 1950s, collaborating with famous vocalists such as Doris Day and Frank Sinatra. They achieved several hit songs and were recognized for their tight arrangements and dynamic style. more »

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Written by: LESLEY BARBER

Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Release Details
"Sentimental Journey" was released by Les Brown and his Band of Renown orchestra in 1944.
Vocalist Highlight
The song prominently featured Doris Day, who was a band singer with Les Brown's orchestra at the time, marking one of her earliest hits.
Worldwide Success
The song went on to become a multigenerational classic, loved by millions around the globe. It reached the top of the Billboard charts in 1945.
World War II Impact
The song is closely associated with the end of World War II. It was frequently played over the radio when the soldiers were returning home, thus making their homecoming a "sentimental journey".
Lyrics Contribution
The lyrics were written by Bud Green and Les Brown, with music composed by Ben Homer.
Cover Versions
"Sentimental Journey" has been covered by numerous artists, including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Ringo Starr.
Movie Connection
The song had significant prominence in the film "The Doris Day Show".
Grammy Hall of Fame
"Sentimental Journey" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1998, a special Grammy award established in 1973 to honor recordings that are at least 25 years old and that have "qualitative or historical significance".
Chart Success
Upon its release, the song stayed at number one on the Billboard charts for a total of nine weeks.
Doris Day's Solo Career
After the tremendous success of "Sentimental Journey", Doris Day left Les Brown and his Band of Renown in 1946 to pursue a solo career.
Signature Tune
The popularity of "Sentimental Journey" was so great that it became Les Brown and Doris Day's signature song.

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