How Come You Do Me Like You Do

Julie London

About How Come You Do Me Like You Do

"How Come You Do Me Like You Do?" is a song written by vaudeville comedy duo Gene Austin and Roy Bergere in 1924. It has later been covered by many artists, and is considered a jazz standard. Austin and Bergere were a vaudeville comedy duet act performing in the East and Midwest. "How Come You Do Me Like You Do?" became a national hit in 1924 for Marion Harris. Austin would later achieve even greater fame with his recording of "My Blue Heaven" in 1927. The song has been covered by many artists, including Louis Armstrong, Cab Calloway, Eddie Condon, Duke Ellington, Lead Belly, Benny Goodman, Coleman Hawkins, Fletcher Henderson, George Shearing, Teddi King, and Old Man Markley. A recording by Lisa Kirk with orchestra was made at Manhattan Center, New York City, on July 16, 1952. It was released by RCA Victor Records as catalog number 20-4869. Julie London included the song in her album Swing Me an Old Song (1959). Bing Crosby recorded the song for his album Bing Crosby's Treasury - The Songs I Love (1968 version) more »

Year:: 1959
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How come you do me like you do do do?
How come you do me like you do?
Why do you try to make me feel so blue?
I've done nothing to you.
Do me right or else just let me be.
'Cause I can beat you doing what you're doing to me.
How come you do me like you do do do?
How come you do me like you do?

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Julie London

Julie London (born Gayle Peck; September 26, 1926 – October 18, 2000) was an American singer, actress and game show panelist of the 1960s and 1970s. She was best known for her smoky, sensual voice. Her singing career's peak was in the 1950s as a pop and jazz singer, scoring a hit with her 1955 single "Cry Me a River". In the three and a half decades of her acting career, she co-starred opposite Gary Cooper in Man of the West (1958). Before her retirement, she later achieved renewed success with the female lead role of nurse Dixie McCall in the 1970s medical drama Emergency! (1972–1979), co-starring her best friend Robert Fuller and her real-life husband and best friend Bobby Troup, and produced by her ex-husband Jack Webb. more »

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Written by: Gene Austin, Roy Bergere

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Song Origin "How Come You Do Me Like You Do" is a popular song composed by Gene Austin and Roy Bergere. Originally recorded in 1924, this song has been covered by numerous artists, spawning multiple renditions across genres over the years.
Cab Calloway's Version Jazz bandleader, singer, and actor Cab Calloway was known for his scat singing and charismatic performances. He covered "How Come You Do Me Like You Do" along with his orchestra, adding his unique energy and style to the classic tune.
Eddie Condon's Take Eddie Condon, a jazz guitarist and banjo player, made a rendition of "How Come You Do Me Like You Do" that reflects his traditional jazz influences emphasizing on strummed rhythm.
George Shearing's Interpretation British jazz pianist George Shearing's version of this song showcases his elegant and sophisticated playing style, with nuanced harmonies and swinging rhythms that set his version apart.
Julie London's Rendition Known for her sultry, emotive vocals, Julie London added a touch of soul and traditional pop elements in her version of "How Come You Do Me Like You Do," bringing a different feel to the song.
Louis Armstrong's Cover One of the most influential figures in jazz, Louis Armstrong, infused his notable jazz and swing style into this song. His gravelly vocals and skillful trumpet playing offered a unique spin to "How Come You Do Me Like You Do."
Marion Harris' Version Marion Harris was the first widely known white woman to sing jazz and blues. She had done a cover of the song with her powerful, expressive voice and a jazz-influenced interpretation that was quite unprecedented for her times.

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