Ill Wind

Harold Arlen, Eddy Duchin & His Orchestra

About Ill Wind

" 'Ill Wind" ("You're Blowin' Me No Good") is a song composed by Harold Arlen with lyrics by Ted Koehler. It was written for their last show at the Cotton Club in 1934 and was sung by Adelaide Hall In an interview, Adelaide Hall explained how she performed the song to great effect during the show: The melody came to Arlen while he was visiting Anya Taranda, then a model who later became his wife. The song is also featured in the 1984 Francis Ford Coppola movie The Cotton Club sung by the actress Lonette McKee. McKee plays a character with similarities to Adelaide Hall in real life. 


Year:
1995
3:51
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#2

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Blow ill wind, blow away
Let me rest today
You're blowin' me no good, no good

Go ill wind, go away
Skies are oh, so grey
Around my neighborhood, and that's no good

You're only misleadin' the sunshine I'm needin'
Ain't that a shame
It's so hard to keep up with troubles that creep up
From out of nowhere, when love's to blame

So, ill wind, blow away
Let me rest today
You're blowin' me no good, no good

So, ill wind, blow away
Let me rest today
You're blowin' me no good, no good

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Harold Arlen

Harold Arlen (February 15, 1905 – April 23, 1986) was an American composer of popular music, having written over 500 songs, a number of which have become known the world over. In addition to composing the songs for The Wizard of Oz, including the classic 1938 song, "Over the Rainbow,” Arlen is a highly regarded contributor to the Great American Songbook. "Over the Rainbow" was voted the twentieth century's No. 1 song by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) and the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). more »

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Written by: HAROLD ARLEN, TED KOEHLER

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9 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Ill Wind" is a popular standard song by Harold Arlen who is an American songwriter known for his compositions for musical films and theaters.
Lyricist
The lyrics for "Ill Wind" were provided by Ted Koehler, a well-respected lyricist who frequently collaborated with Harold Arlen.
Origin of Publication
The song was first published in 1934 and became popular through its inclusion in Arlen's musical revue, "Cotton Club Parade."
Composition Style
Arlen’s songwriting style in "Ill Wind" is often marked by a certain sophisticated, melancholy, and slightly bluesy quality that is particularly captivating.
Performances
Numerous jazz and pop singers like Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, and Lena Horne have recorded "Ill Wind," honoring its timeless essence.
Musical Arrangements
The diverse interpretations of "Ill Wind" hint at the versatility of Arlen's composition, which has been arranged in a variety of musical styles, including swing, big band, and bossa nova.
Accolades
While "Ill Wind" itself may not have earned specific awards, Harold Arlen's broader body of work, including this song, has received great acclaim. His songs have been performed by some of the most well-known names in music and have become standards of the Great American Songbook.
Notable Recordings
The version of "Ill Wind" recorded by Sarah Vaughan for her 1961 album "After Hours" is considered one of the most definitive interpretations of the song.
Cultural Impact
The song has left a considerable impact on pop culture with its profound lyrics and relatable theme of dealing with struggle and misfortune.

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