How Important Can It Be?

Sarah Vaughan

About How Important Can It Be?

"How Important Can It Be?" is a popular song written by Bennie Benjamin and George David Weiss, and published in 1955. The lyrics of the song find the narrator asking her lover why her indiscretions with other boyfriends before him matter at all, now that she loves him so and vows to be true to him. It was popularized in 1955 by Joni James. The song was first presented to James by the music publisher Tommy Valando, according to her international fan club president Wayne Brasler of the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools. James recorded it at her first session in New York City, after moving from her hometown of Chicago, with arranger David Terry. However, after listening to the playback she and her career director and future husband Tony Acquaviva felt, in her words, "something was missing." She came up with the idea of a shuffle beat and male chorus in the style of The Four Aces, and she re-made the song at her next session. It reached No. 2 in the Billboard charts during a 16-week stay and became a gold record. The 1950s version by Joni James was used in the popular Academy Award-winning motion picture LA Confidential. There was also a successful recording of this song by Sarah Vaughan in 1955 which reached the No. 12 position in the Billboard charts. The Vaughan version was just about to come out when James recorded her second version, which MGM Records rush-released. Teresa Brewer's recording the same year was popular too. 


Year:
2011
2:30
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It's the wrong time and the wrong place
Though your face is charming, it's the wrong face
It's not his face, but such a charming face
That it's all right with me

It's the wrong song in the wrong style
Though your smile is lovely, it's the wrong smile
It's not his smile, but such a lovely smile
That it's all right with me

[Chorus: x2]
You can't know how happy I am that we met
I'm strangely attracted to you
There is someone I'm trying so hard to forget
Don't you want to forget someone to?

It's the wrong game, with the wrong chips
Though your lips are tempting, they're the wrong lips
They're not his lips, but they're such tempting lips
That if some night you are free
Well, it's all right, yes, it's all right
Baby, don't you know it's all right with me?

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Sarah Vaughan

Sarah Lois Vaughan (March 27, 1924 – April 3, 1990) was an American jazz singer, described by Scott Yanow as having "one of the most wondrous voices of the 20th century." more »

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Written by: Bennie Benjamin, George David Weiss

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About the Song
1.1. "How Important Can It Be?" is a popular song that was originally recorded and popularized by Joni James. The song was later covered by many artists, including the iconic jazz singer Sarah Vaughan. 1.2. The song was composed by Bennie Benjamin and George David Weiss, who have contributed to many popular songs in the music industry. 1.3. Joni James' rendition of the song was released in the year 1955 and became a hit, reaching #2 on the Billboard Top 100 songs.
Joni James
2.1. Joni James, whose real name is Giovanna Carmella Babbo, is an American singer of traditional pop music, well recognized during the 1950s. 2.2. "How Important Can It Be?" is one of the nineteen records charted by Joni James in the Top 40 from 1952 until 1967. 2.3. James retired from music fairly early, in 1964, to dedicate herself to raising her family, making her successful recordings, like "How Important Can It Be?" a testament to her talent.
Sarah Vaughan
3.1. Sarah Vaughan, often called "Sassy" or "The Divine One", was a renowned American jazz singer, known for her rich voice and vibrant personality. 3.2. Sarah recorded her version of "How Important Can It Be?" in the same year as Joni, 1955, for the album "In the Land of Hi-Fi". 3.3. Vaughan's version of "How Important Can It Be?" is highly praised for her exquisite vocal prowess and interpretation of the song.
Cultural Impact
4.1. The song, with its contemplative lyrics and catchy melody, resonated with the audience during the 1950s. It still stands as an example of classic traditional pop and jazz music. 4.2. "How Important Can It Be?" showcases the versatility of both Joni James and Sarah Vaughan, highlighting their mastery in delivering emotional and nuanced performances. 4.3. It continues to be a favorite among fans of traditional pop and jazz music, illustrating the enduring appeal of artists such as Joni James and Sarah Vaughan.

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