Bewildered

The Ink Spots

About Bewildered

"Bewildered" is a popular song written in 1936 by Teddy Powell and Leonard Whitcup. It was a 1938 hit for Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra. It was also recorded by Mildred Bailey in the same year. The song was revived in the late 1940s when two different versions, by the Red Miller Trio and Amos Milburn, reached number one on the R&B chart in 1948 (neither of them made the pop chart). Both these versions departed significantly from the original published melody and influenced later recordings. "Bewildered" was subsequently recorded by several other R&B performers, including Billy Eckstine and the Ink Spots, with Eckstine's version reaching number 4 on the R&B chart and number 27 on the pop chart. A decade later it was recorded by Mickey & Sylvia, again with an altered melody similar to that of the Red Miller Trio recording. "Bewildered" was also covered in 1990 by the Notting Hillbillies on their album Missing... Presumed Having a Good Time. 


Year:
2002
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Bewildered
Lost in a dream of you
Where is the love I knew
Why did we part?
Bewildered
Helpless without you near
Wishing your heart could hear
What's in my heart
Must I have sleepless nights and endless days?
Oh love why did you leave my soul without a spark?
I'm in the dark
Bewildered
I need your guiding hand
I'll never understand
How you could love me, then leave me
Bewildered

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The Ink Spots

The Ink Spots were a vocal group in the 1930s and 1940s that helped define the musical genre that led to rhythm and blues and rock and roll, and the subgenre doo-wop. They and the Mills Brothers, another black vocal group of the same period, gained much acceptance in both the white community and black community. They were inducted into the vocal group hall of fame in 1999. more »

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Written by: LIBBY QUINN

Lyrics © LEONARD WHITCUP, INC. , Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, TEE PEE MUSIC CO. , Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Bewildered" was recorded by "The Ink Spots" and released in 1948.
Song Popularity
Despite its release in the late 40s, the song remains popular today, particularly among older generations who grew up listening to it and new audiences exploring vintage music.
Vocal Style
The artistic style adopted by "The Ink Spots" in "Bewildered" is a combination of talking and singing, which later became popularly known as the "Top & Bottom" format.
Previous Artists
The song was previously recorded by other artists, including Tommy Dorsey and his Orchestra in 1938, but became especially famous after its rendition by "The Ink Spots."
Lyrics Significance
The lyrics of the song express feelings of confusion and longing over lost love, showing their ability to tap into universal human emotions.
Historical Influence
As with many of "The Ink Spots" songs, listening to "Bewildered" is like stepping back in time which has made it a favorite in films and TV shows set in the 1940s.
Musical Impact
"The Ink Spots", with their distinctive style and influence, are considered forebears of the Rhythm & Blues and Rock and Roll movements. Their songs, like "Bewildered," played a key role in shaping these genres.
Video Game Reputation
"Bewildered" was one of several "The Ink Spots" songs included in the hit video game series, "Fallout," giving it a resurgence in popularity among younger audiences.
Influence on Artists
The difference in sound of "The Ink Spots" like in "Bewildered", influenced many later musicians, including Cliff Richard, Bob Dylan, and The Beatles.
Legacy of "The Ink Spots
"Bewildered", along with others by the group, was part of a wider trend for vocal harmony groups in the 1940s and 1950s, influencing later doo-wop groups and R&B singers. This song is a testament to "The Ink Spots'" legacy in the music industry.

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