Sweet and Lovely
Jules LeMare (Chas. N. Daniels), Harry Tobias, Gus Arnheim
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Sweet and lovely, sweeter than the roses in May. Sweet and lovely, heaven must have sent her my way. Skies above me never were as blue as her eyes; And she loves me, who would want a sweeter surprise? When she nestles in my arms so tenderly, There's a thrill that words cannot express. In my heart a song of love is taunting me, melody haunting me. Sweet and lovely, sweeter than the roses in May, And she loves me, there is nothing more I can say.
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Written by: CHARLES N. DANIELS, GUS ARNHEIM, HARRY TOBIAS
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, CARLIN AMERICA INC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, HARRY TOBIAS MUSIC COMPANY, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Year Released"Sweet and Lovely" is an American popular song of the 1930s. It was composed by Gus Arnheim, Charles N. Daniels, and Harry Tobias in 1931.
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Original ComposerIt's worth noting that Gus Arnheim, the lead composer, was a reputable American band leader and songwriter during the 1920s and 1930s. His other notable works include "I Scream-You Scream-We All Scream for Ice Cream" and "I Cried for You".
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LyricsThe beautiful lyrics of "Sweet and Lovely" were principally written by Charles N. Daniels and Harry Tobias. These lyrics complemented the melody perfectly, contributing to the song's immense popularity, especially in sentimental settings.
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Several Renditions"Sweet and Lovely" has been covered many times by various artists since its release, including Bing Crosby, Thelonious Monk, Ella Fitzgerald, and Frank Sinatra among others.
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Bing Crosby’s VersionBing Crosby recorded this song in 1931, and it has since become a standard in both jazz and pop music. Crosby later recorded it two more times in 1954 and 1962.
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Recognition"Sweet and Lovely" has been recognized by ASCAP as one of the most performed songs of the 20th century. Thought this was largely due to the numerous reinterpretations by celebrated musicians that have kept the song alive in popular culture.
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Film AppearanceThe song has often been used in films, such as the 1931 film "The Public Enemy" where the melody is played in several scenes.
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Thelonious Monk's Jazz VersionAmong the jazz renditions, the version by Thelonious Monk is extremely noteworthy. Monk's version of "Sweet and Lovely" on his 1956 album, "Brilliant Corners," also features an impressive tenor sax solo by Sonny Rollins.
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Classic Jazz Standard statusGiven its multiple coverings, especially by Jazz musicians, "Sweet and Lovely" has earned its place as a classic jazz standard. This is noteworthy because not all songs transcend genres so effectively.
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Impact on MusicMore than just a song, "Sweet and Lovely" became a template in the swing era for countless creative interpretations by musicians. The song's timeless melody and emotionally captivating lyrics make it a favorite among artists and audiences alike.
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