Moody's Mood for Love
James Moody
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There I go, there I go, there I go, there I go Pretty baby you are the soul that snaps my control It's a funny thing but every time I'm near you I never can behave You give me a smile and I'm wrapped up in your magic Music all around me, crazy music, music that keeps calling me so Baby close to you, turns me into your slave Come on Come and do with me any little thing that you want to Anything, baby just met me get next to you Am I insane or do I really see heaven in your eyes Bright as stars that shine up above you In the clear blue sky How I worry bout you Just can't live my life without you Baby come here, don't have no fear Oh, is there wonder why I'm really feeling in the mood for love So tell me why, stop to think about this weather, my dear This little dream might fade away There I go talking out of my head again so baby won't you Come and put our two hearts together That would make me strong and brave Oh, when we are one, I'm not afraid, I'm not afraid If there's a cloud up above us Go on and let in rain I'm sure our love together would endure a hurricane Oh my baby Won't you please let me love you and get a release from this awful misery What is all this talk about loving me, my sweet I am not afraid, not anymore, not like before Don't you understand me, oh baby please Pull yourself together, got to do it very soon My heart's on fire, come on and take I'll be what you make me, my darling Oh, pretty baby, you make me feel so good Let me take you by the hand Come let us visit out there In that new promised land Maybe there we can find A good place to keep a lovin' state of mind I'm so crazy mama Never knew what love was all about James Moody would you come on hit me, you can blow now if you want to, we're through
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Written by: Dorothy Fields, Jimmy McHugh, James Moody
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11 facts about this song
Musical Style"Moody's Mood for Love" is an example of the jazz genre, known particularly for its lush arrangements and intricate improvisation.
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Year of ReleaseThe song was first released in 1949, making it a piece of post-war jazz history.
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Artist InformationJames Moody, the artist who performed "Moody's Mood for Love," is a highly-respected saxophonist and flautist.
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Hit RankingThe song became a hit and ranked in the Billboard charts following its release.
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Historical SignificanceIt is considered one of the first successful examples of 'vocalese', a style of jazz singing where lyrics are set to previously recorded instrumental improvisations.
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Song Origin"Moody's Mood for Love" was adapted from a 1935 song titled "I'm in the Mood for Love".
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LyricsEddie Jefferson's lyrics, an integral part of the song, were added in 1952, almost three years after the initial instrumental was recorded.
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Notable CoversVarious artists have covered "Moody's Mood for Love," including popular musicians like Amy Winehouse, George Benson, and Van Morrison.
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Grammy Hall of FameIn 2001, "Moody's Mood for Love" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame, solidifying its status as a classic composition in the history of jazz music.
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Documentary ReferenceThe song was mentioned in the documentary, 'Chasing Trane: The John Coltrane Documentary', showcasing its influence over the years.
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In Films"Moody's Mood for Love" has been used in film soundtracks, such as 'Leaving Las Vegas' and 'Public Enemies'.
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