I'm Making Believe

The Ink Spots, Ella Fitzgerald

About I'm Making Believe

"I'm Making Believe" is a 1944 song composed by James V. Monaco with lyrics by Mack Gordon. The song first appeared in the film Sweet and Low-Down; the performance by Benny Goodman and His Orchestra was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song. The version recorded by the Ink Spots and Ella Fitzgerald topped The Billboard's National Best Selling Retail Records chart for two weeks in 1944. Their version had sold over one million copies by the time of Fitzgerald's death in 1996.  


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I'm making believe that you're in my arms though I know you're so far away
Making believe I'm talking to you, wish you could hear what I say
And here in the gloom of my lonely room we're dancing like we used to do
Making believe is just another way of dreaming, so till my dreams come true

I'll whisper "Good night", turn out the light, and kiss my pillow
Making believe it's you
I'm making believe that you're in my arms though I know you're so far away
Making believe I'm talkin' to you, wish you could hear what I say

And here in the gloom of my lonely room we're dancing like we used to do
Making believe is just another way of dreamin', so till my dreams come true
I'll whisper "Good night", turn out the light, and kiss my pillow
Making believe it's you

And here in the gloom of my lonely room we're dancing like we used to do
Making believe is just another way of dreamin', so till my dreams come true
I'll whisper "Good night", turn out the light, and kiss my pillow
Making believe it's you

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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: JAMES V. MONACO, MACK GORDON

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10 facts about this song

Historical Context
I'm Making Believe" was recorded by Ella Fitzgerald and The Ink Spots in 1944. Classification
Songwriting Information
The song "I'm Making Believe" was composed by James V. Monaco with lyrics by Mack Gordon. Classification
Chart Performance
I'm Making Believe" also held the first position on the Billboard pop singles chart for two weeks. Classification
Album Information
The single was included in their second full-length album, "Volume Two." Classification
Artist Collaboration Information
Ella Fitzgerald and The Ink Spots had several popular collaborations, and "I'm Making Believe" was one of the most successful. Classification
Appearances in Media
I'm Making Believe" was featured in the 1944 film "Sweet and Low-Down." Classification
Covers and Interpretations
Cover versions have been performed by various artists, including Connie Stevens, Lenny Welch, and The Four Lads, among others. Classification
Artist Information
The Ink Spots were a popular vocal group in the 1930s and 1940s known for their tight vocal harmonies and catchy tunes, one of their notable ones being "I'm Making Believe." Classification
Song Theme and Meaning
The lyrical theme of the song expresses longing and the desire to make an unrequited love come true in one's imagination. Classification
Musical Style and Composition.
The song used a unique blend of pop and jazz, showcasing Ella Fitzgerald's smooth vocals and The Ink Spots' harmonization. Classification

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