Oh, Lady Be Good!
Ella Fitzgerald
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Listen to my tale of woe It's terribly sad, but true All dressed up, no place to go Each evening I'm awfully blue I know I'm a winsome miss I must win some handsome guy Can't go on like this I could blossom out I know With somebody just like you So, oh, sweet and lovely lady, be good Oh, lady, be good to me I am so awfully misunderstood So, lady, be good to me Oh, please, have some pity I'm all alone in this big city I tell you I'm just a lonesome babe in the wood So, lady, be good to me Oh, lady, be good to me
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Written by: GEORGE GERSHWIN, IRA GERSHWIN
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Oh, Lady Be Good!" is a song categorized under the Jazz genre, often also ascribed to Swing and Vocal Jazz in particular.
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Artist LegacyThe song "Oh, Lady Be Good!" was performed by Ella Fitzgerald, known as the "First Lady of Song," who is remembered for her typical soothing voice and improvisational ability in scat singing.
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Release DateIt was recorded in 1947 as part of an album named "Ella Fitzgerald Sings The George and Ira Gershwin Songbook", however, the initial song composition dates back to 1924 by George and Ira Gershwin.
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Famous PerformanceA notable performance of "Oh, Lady, Be Good!" was done by Ella Fitzgerald at a 1957 concert in Newport and is often referred to as the definitive interpretation of the song.
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InfluenceThe song by Ella greatly influenced the Jazz music scene with her innovative scat singing and vocal improvisation.
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Composer details"Oh, Lady Be Good!" was the product of the gifted minds of George and Ira Gershwin, renowned American composer and lyricist respectively. They had a significant role in the creation of American standards.
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Not just Ella"Oh, Lady, Be Good!" although best known through Ella Fitzgerald's rendition, has been covered by numerous artists across the years, including names such as Count Basie and Coleman Hawkins.
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Historical impactThe song is considered a standard in popular and jazz music, reflecting its continuous impact and popularity since its release.
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ArtistryElla has been applauded for bringing a fresh, vibrant take to the song, transforming it into a lively jazz piece characterized by her scat singing.
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RecognitionElla Fitzgerald's rendition of "Oh, Lady, Be Good!" is held in high esteem in the music industry, and even after decades of its release, holds a remarkable legacy for both the artist and genre.
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