That Ole Devil Called Love

Toots Camarata & His Orchestra, Billie Holiday

About That Ole Devil Called Love

"That Ole Devil Called Love" is a song written in 1944 by Allan Roberts and Doris Fisher. It was first recorded by Billie Holiday, who released it as the B-side of her hit "Lover Man" in 1945. In 1985 the song was recorded by Alison Moyet, whose version, produced by Pete Wingfield, topped the New Zealand RIANZ chart for 3 weeks and reached number 2 on the UK singles chart. Other artists who have recorded the song include Tony Bennett, Ella Fitzgerald and Diane Schuur., Jeri Southern and Susannah McCorkle.  


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It's that ole devil called love game
Gets behind me and keeps giving me that shock again
Put a ring in my eyes
Tears in my dreams
And rocks in my heart

It's that sly ole sun of a gun again
He keeps telling me that I'm the lucky one again
But I still have that ring
Still have those tears
And those rocks in my heart

Suppose I didn't stay and ran away
Wouldn't play
That devil what a potion he would brew
He'd follow me around
Build me up, tear me down
Till I'd be so bewildered
I wouldn't know what to do

Might as well give up the fight again
I know darn well he'll convince me
That he's right again
When he sings that siren song
I just gotta tag along
With that ole devil called love

He'd follow around
Build me up, tear me down
Till I'd be so bewildered
I wouldn't know what to do

Might as well give up the fight again
I know darn well he'll convince me
That he's right again
When he sings that siren song
I just gotta tag along
With that ole devil called love
With that ole devil called love

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Billie Holiday

Billie Holiday (born Eleanora Harris April 7, 1915 – July 17, 1959) was an American jazz singer and songwriter. Nicknamed "Lady Day" by her friend and musical partner Lester Young, Holiday had a seminal influence on jazz and pop singing. Her vocal style, strongly inspired by jazz instrumentalists, pioneered a new way of manipulating phrasing and tempo. more »

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Written by: ALLAN ROBERTS, DORIS FISHER

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7 facts about this song

Song Source
"That Ole Devil Called Love" was originally written in 1944 by Allan Roberts and Doris Fisher. Despite being created over seven decades ago, the song remains a classic in modern jazz and pop.
Billie Holiday Version
Billie Holiday's rendition of "That Ole Devil Called Love" was recorded and released in 1944. - Her version turned the song into a treasured classic. - Holiday's unique vocal style gave the bluesy song a new perspective, showing the endless possibilities of how a song could be interpreted.
Tony Bennett Version
Tony Bennett, a famous American singer known for his jazz and pop standards, also recorded a version of "That Ole Devil Called Love". - Bennett's version added his signature smooth, crooner style to the song, displaying his remarkable vocal qualities.
Alison Moyet Version
British singer Alison Moyet covered "That Ole Devil Called Love" in 1985, over 40 years after its initial release. - Moyet's version became quick hit and is still her biggest single in the UK, reaching number two on the UK charts. - Her rendition was included in the album "Alf", her debut solo studio album, which was also highly successful.
Genres
Different versions of the song span various genres from jazz to pop, showcasing the song's adaptable nature across different musical styles.
Song Meaning
“That Ole Devil Called Love” resonates with listeners due to its lyrics about love, longing, heartache, and the dangers of falling in love, emotions and experiences that are universal.
Influence and impact
The song is a cherished classic and has been covered by numerous artists in diverse genres. It continues to be a popular choice for contemporary jazz and pop singers.

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