Lazy River

Hoagy Carmichael

About Lazy River

"(Up A) Lazy River" is a popular tune and song by Hoagy Carmichael and Sidney Arodin, published in 1930. The melody is by Arodin, arranged and with words modified by Carmichael. It is considered a jazz standard and pop standard, and has been recorded by many artists as listed below. A bit of the song is played by Carmichael in the 1946 Oscar-winning film The Best Years of Our Lives. It can also be heard in the 1959 film Hey Boy! Hey Girl!.


Year:
1993
3:11
45 
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Up a lazy river by the old mill run
That lazy, lazy river in the noonday sun
Linger in the shade of a kind old tree
Throw away your troubles, dream a dream with me

Up the lazy river, where the robin's song
Awakes a bright new morning you can vault along
Blue skies up above, everyone's in love
Up that lazy river, how happy you can be
Up that lazy river with me

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Hoagy Carmichael

Howard Hoagland "Hoagy" Carmichael (November 22, 1899 – December 27, 1981) was an American composer, pianist, singer, actor, and bandleader. He is best known for composing the music for "Stardust", "Georgia on My Mind", "The Nearness of You", and "Heart and Soul", four of the most-recorded American songs of all time. more »

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Written by: HOAGY CARMICHAEL, SIDNEY ARODIN

Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Song Composer
"Lazy River" was composed by the legendary Hoagy Carmichael, who is recognized for contributing a lot to the Great American Songbook.
Lyricist Partnership
The lyrics of "Lazy River" were penned by Sidney Arodin. This was one of several successful collaborations between Carmichael and Arodin.
Release Year
The song was first published in 1930, during the height of the jazz era.
Signature Style
"Lazy River" is renowned for its relaxed, melodious and easygoing style, much like a lazy flowing river, embodying Carmichael's signature style.
Popular Interpretations
"Lazy River" has been interpreted by numerous artists. Some of the most well-known versions are by artists like Louis Armstrong, Bobby Darin, Pete Fountain, Bing Crosby, and Dean Martin.
Gramophone Recording
The song was first recorded on Carmichael's own gramophone label, Hoagy Carmichael Music, enhancing its authenticity and originality.
Louis Armstrong’s Version
Louis Armstrong’s 1931 rendition of "Lazy River" is one of the most revered. Armstrong was known for adding his unique personal flair to the songs he interpreted.
Multiple Genres
Though primarily associated with jazz, "Lazy River" has been reinterpreted across various music genres including pop and blues.
Song Legacy
The song has endured as a classic of American music, often performed by traditional jazz bands and covered by numerous artists throughout the decades.
Hall of Fame Induction
"Lazy River" has been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in recognition of its historical, artistic, and cultural significance, solidifying its status as a classic.

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