Wonder Why

About Wonder Why

"Wonder Why" is a song written by Nicholas Brodszky (music) and Sammy Cahn (lyrics), published in 1951. Brodszky and Cahn wrote for "Wonder Why" for the film Rich, Young and Pretty (1951, directed by Norman Taurog). In the film, the song is sung by Vic Damone, Jane Powell and The Four Freshmen. The song was nominated for an Oscar in 1952 in the category Best Song. The first few lines of the song are as follows: Wonder why I'm not myself of late I'm feeling strangely great, I wonder why I suppose some genius could explain Why I walk in the rain, just let him try. Vic Damone's recording of the song was issued by Mercury Records and reached #21 on the US charts in September 1951. "Wonder Why" was covered in the 1950s by numerous musicians, including Billy Eckstine, Tex Beneke, Milt Jackson, Maynard Ferguson, the Dizzy Gillespie Big Band, Tyree Glenn, Sam Donahue, Tal Farlow, Kay Armen, Melba Liston, Shelly Manne and Red Garland in the U. S., and Sonya Hedenbratt in Sweden. Tom Lord lists 85 cover versions of the song. In later years, "Wonder Why" was recorded by Alan Broadbent, Cedar Walton and Bill Evans (The Secret Sessions). Michael Feinstein recorded the song on his 1989 CD, The M. G. M. Album. Carmen McRae recorded it in 1991 on her last recording, Sarah: Dedicated to You. more »

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2001

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Wonder why I'm not myself off late
I'm feeling strangely great, I wonder why
I suppose some changes could explain
Why I walk in the rain, just let him try

I guess there is a simple explanation
Unless I come up with a new sensation

It could be that she's caught up with me
And all the mystery, I'm speaking of
Is simply that I went and fell in love

Is simply that I went and fell in love

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Carmen McRae

Carmen Mercedes McRae (April 8, 1920 – November 10, 1994) was an American jazz singer, composer, pianist, and actress. Considered one of the most influential jazz vocalists of the 20th century, it was her behind-the-beat phrasing and her ironic interpretations of song lyrics that made her memorable. McRae drew inspiration from Billie Holiday, but established her own distinctive voice. She went on to record over 60 albums, enjoying a rich musical career, performing and recording in the United States, Europe, and Japan. more »

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