Am I Blue?
Ethel Waters
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I'm just a woman, a lonely woman Waiting on the weary shore I'm just a woman who's only human One you should feel sorry for It was a morning, long before dawn Without a warning I found he was gone How could he do it, why should he do it He never done it before Am I blue, am I blue Ain't these tears in these eyes telling you How can you ask me am I blue Why, wouldn't you be too If each plan with your man Done fell through There was a time When I was his only one But now I'm the sad and lonely one...lonely Was I gay, until today Now he's gone, and we're through Am I blue
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Written by: GRANT CLARKE, HARRY AKST
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
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12 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Am I Blue?" is widely considered as a classic Blues song. The deep emotional undertones and lyrical depth categorize it well within the Blues genre.
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Original ReleaseOriginally, this song was released back in 1929. It stands tall as one of the prime examples of early 20th century American music.
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Notable PerformerEthel Waters is famously known for her rendition of "Am I Blue?". While she wasn't the only one to perform the song, her version continues to be one of the most recognized.
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Movie FeatureThe song "Am I Blue?" was featured in the movie "On with the Show". This was the first ever all-talking, all-color film by Warner Bros.
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Ethel as First African-AmericanEthel Waters was the first African-American to star in her own television show and the first African-American woman to be nominated for an Emmy Award. Singing "Am I Blue?" in the movie "On with the Show" was yet another milestone of her career.
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Song's SignificanceThe song, "Am I Blue?", is often seen as a significant piece of work in the fight against racial boundaries that existed in Hollywood during the time it was produced.
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DurationThe song, "Am I Blue?" is approximately 3 minutes long – a fairly typical length for that time period.
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Songwriters"Am I Blue?" was written by Harry Akst and Grant Clarke. Their incredible songwriting abilities are reflected in the lasting popularity of the song.
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LegacySince its original release and performance by Ethel Waters, "Am I Blue?" has been covered by multiple artists of subsequent generations including Billie Holiday, Diane Ross, and Cher, signifying its enduring appeal.
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Lyric ThemeThe song has sad undertones and deals with themes of loneliness and heartache, which are staple characteristics of the Blues genre.
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Record CompanyThe record company that released "Am I Blue?" featuring Ethel Waters was Columbia Records, a label with a long history in the music industry.
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Influence on MusicOver the years, this song has become a standard in blues, jazz, and pop music. It’s frequently used as an audition piece or performance number by vocalists and instrumentalists alike.
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