Into Each Life Some Rain Must Fall

The Ink Spots, Ella Fitzgerald, Chick Webb

About Into Each Life Some Rain Must Fall

"Into Each Life Some Rain Must Fall" is a 1944 song performed as a duet by The Ink Spots, featuring Bill Kenny, and Ella Fitzgerald. Their recording was made on August 30, 1944 for Decca Records (catalog No. 23356B). The song was written by Allan Roberts (lyrics) and Doris Fisher (melody). The successful single went to number one on both The Harlem Hit Parade and the pop chart. The B-side of the single entitled, "I'm Making Believe" also became a popular hit on both charts. The song has also been included in the soundtrack for several videogames. The name of the song originates from a quotation of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow from the poem "Rainy Day". 


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Into each life some rain must fall
But too much is falling in mine
Into each heart some tears must fall
But some day the sun will shine
Some folks can lose the blues in their hearts
But when I think of you another shower starts
Into each life some rain must fall
But too much is falling in mine

Into each life some rain must fall
But too much is falling in mine
Into each heart some tears must fall
But some day the sun will shine
Some folks can lose the blues in their hearts
But when I think of you another shower starts
Into each life some rain must fall
But too much is falling in mine

Into each and every life some rain has got to fall
But too much of that stuff is fallin' into mine
And into each heart some tears gotta fall
And I know that someday that sun is bound to shine
Some folks can lose the blues in their hearts
But when I think of you, another shower starts
Into each life some rain must fall
But too much is falling in mine

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Ella Fitzgerald

Ella Jane Fitzgerald (April 25, 1917 – June 15, 1996), also known as the "First Lady of Song", "Queen of Jazz", and "Lady Ella", was an American jazz and song vocalist. With a vocal range spanning three octaves (D♭3 to D♭6), she was noted for her purity of tone, impeccable diction, phrasing and intonation, and a "horn-like" improvisational ability, particularly in her scat singing. more »

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Written by: ALLAN ROBERTS, DORIS FISHER

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13 facts about this song

Artists Collaboration
"Into Each Life Some Rain Must Fall" is one of the exemplary collaborations of Ella Fitzgerald, an American jazz vocalist, and The Ink Spots, an American pop vocal group.
Song Release
The song was released in 1944, and it quickly became an enduring popular music standard during the 1940s.
Chart Performance
It topped the Billboard's Harlem Hit Parade for ten weeks, also peaked at number one on the pop chart for a week.
Songwriter
The song was written by Allan Roberts and Doris Fisher. Doris Fisher was a prolific songwriter, while Allan Roberts was a broadway lyricist.
Song Composition
Ella Fitzgerald's parts are more upbeat and swing, contrasted with The Ink Spots' lead singer, Bill Kenny's, parts that are comparably more slow and smooth.
Record Label
It was first released by Decca Records, a British record label established in 1929.
Genre
This song features elements of both pop and jazz, reflecting the unique styles of both Ella Fitzgerald and The Ink Spots.
Cover Versions
The hit has been covered by numerous artists, including Frank Sinatra and Count Basie, demonstrating its lasting impact and universal appeal.
Theme
The lyrics by Fisher and Roberts deal with optimism amidst life's struggles and challenges, setting a tone of resilience and positive outlook.
Fitzgerald and The Ink Spots Collaborations
This wasn't the only collaboration between Ella Fitzgerald and The Ink Spots; they teamed up for more than 10 other songs including "I'm Making Believe" which also topped the charts.
Movie Appearance
The song was featured in the movie "Fahrenheit 451," reflecting its cultural significance in the mid-20th century.
Awards and Accolades
Although specific awards for this song are not recorded, but the career accomplishments of the artists are noteworthy. Ella Fitzgerald received 13 Grammy Awards in her lifetime, and The Ink Spots were inducted into the Vocal Group Hall of Fame in 1999.
Influence on Other Artists
The unique mix of styles in this song may have influenced other artist duets in the future, leading to more genre crossover collaborations.

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