I'll Never Be the Same

Guy Lombardo

About I'll Never Be the Same

"I'll Never Be The Same" is a popular song based on an instrumental called "Little Buttercup" written by Matty Malneck and Frank Signorelli. After several musicians had recorded the instrumental version, lyrics were written by Gus Kahn. The completed song was introduced in 1932 by Mildred Bailey and Paul Whiteman; their version rose to number fourteen on the charts. The same year, Guy Lombardo recorded the song; his version rose to number eight. It is ranked 210 in JazzStandards. com's listing of the 1000 most-frequently recorded jazz standard compositions. 


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I'll never be the same
Stars have lost their meaning for me
I'll never be the same
Nothing's what it once use to be
And when the songbirds that sing
Tell me it's spring 
I can't believe their song
Once love was king but kings can be wrong
I'll never be the same
There is such an ache in my heart
Never be the same since we're apart
Though there's a lot that a smile may hide
I know down deep inside
I'll never be the same never be the same again
 
I'll never be the same
Stars have lost their meaning for me
I'll never be the same
Nothing's what it once use to be
And when the songbirds that sing
Tell me it's spring 
I can't believe their song
Once love was king but kings can be wrong
I'll never be the same
There is such an ache in my heart
Never be the same since we're apart
Though there's a lot that a smile may hide
I know down deep inside

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Guy Lombardo

Gaetano Alberto "Guy" Lombardo (June 19, 1902 – November 5, 1977) was a Canadian-American bandleader and violinist. more »

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Written by: JUNE MILLINGTON

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12 facts about this song

Release Details
"I'll Never Be the Same" in a version performed by Guy Lombardo and Mildred Bailey was released in 1932.
Songwriters
This song was penned by three notable songwriters - Matty Malneck, Gus Kahn, and Frank Signorelli.
Cover Versions
The song was covered by various artists, including Billie Holiday in 1937, Ella Fitzgerald in 1959, and many others which imply its significant influence in the music industry.
Band's Popularity
At the time of the song's release, Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians were one of the most popular dance bands.
Mildred Bailey's Contribution
Mildred Bailey, who was an American jazz singer, is credited with popularizing the song.
Jazz Influence
This song is often considered a jazz standard due to its popularity among jazz artists and frequent inclusion in their repertoires.
Grammy Hall of Fame
The song, in Ella Fitzgerald's version, though not by Guy Lombardo and Mildred Bailey, was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2005, demonstrating its longstanding cultural significance.
Musical Style
The song is known for its melancholy lyrics and haunting melody, typical of the jazz and swing era in which it was created.
Billboard ranking
While there's no specific information about "I'll Never Be the Same" reaching a certain position on the Billboard chart, many of Guy Lombardo's recordings made it to the chart's top 10 during his peak.
Preservation
The original copies of "I'll Never Be the Same" are preserved in libraries and archives, keeping the legacy of Guy Lombardo and Mildred Bailey alive.
Film Appearance
Over the years, "I'll Never Be the Same" has appeared in several movies and television soundtracks, further solidifying its status as a beloved standard.
Duration
The original version of "I'll Never Be the Same" by Guy Lombardo and Mildred Bailey runs for approximately three minutes.

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