Just One of Those Things

Dave Barbour & His Orchestra, Peggy Lee

About Just One of Those Things

"Just One of Those Things" is a popular song written by Cole Porter for the 1935 musical Jubilee. Porter had written the score for Jubilee while on an extended sea cruise in the early part of 1935: however, in September 1935 while he was visiting a friend's farm in Ohio with Jubilee's librettist Moss Hart, the latter mentioned that the play's second act required an additional song, and Porter had "Just One of Those Things" completed by the following morning (he had previously used the title for a song intended for but not featured in the 1930 musical The New Yorkers—apart from the title the two songs are distinct). Porter's original lyric lacked an adjective for the line "a trip to the moon on gossamer wings": "gossamer" would be suggested by his friend, Ed Tauch. A recording by Richard Himber reached the charts of the day in 1935 and Peggy Lee's stylized arrangement of the song was a No. 14 hit in the Billboard charts in 1952. 


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It was just one of those things
Just one of those crazy flings
One of those bells that now and then rings
Just one of those things

It was just one of those nights
Just one of those fabulous flights
A trip to the moon on gossamer wings
Just one of those things

If we'd thought a bit before the end of it
When we started painting the town
We'd have been aware that our love affair
Was too hot not to cool down

So good-bye, dear, and amen
Here's hoping we meet now and then
It was great fun
But it was just one of those things

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Peggy Lee

Peggy Lee (May 26, 1920 – January 21, 2002) was an American jazz and popular music singer, songwriter, composer, and actress in a career spanning six decades. From her beginning as a vocalist on local radio to singing with Benny Goodman's big band, she forged a sophisticated persona, evolving into a multi-faceted artist and performer. She wrote music for films, acted, and created conceptual record albums—encompassing poetry, jazz, chamber pop, and art songs. more »

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Written by: Cole Porter

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12 facts about this song

Song's Creation
Cole Porter, a renowned American composer and songwriter, wrote the song "Just One of Those Things".
Debut
The song debuted in the 1935 Broadway musical Jubilee, produced by Porter himself.
Peggy Lee's Version
The American jazz and popular music vocalist Peggy Lee covered the song, and her version became quite popular.
Genre
The song falls under the Jazz and Traditional Pop genre, reflective of both Porter's and Lee's musical stylings.
Song Theme
"Just One of Those Things" is often regarded as a poignant commentary on love and relationships, illustrating the transient nature of romantic love.
Other Covers
Apart from Peggy Lee, many other famous artists have also covered this song, including Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, and Louis Armstrong.
Cole Porter’s Recognition
Cole Porter has been inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, with "Just One of Those Things" being one of his most famous compositions.
Peggy Lee’s Recognition
Peggy Lee's version of the song helped secure her position as a significant figure in the Jazz genre.
Use in Media
The song has been used in many TV shows and movies, highlighting its enduring popularity and adaptability.
Cultural Impact
"Just One of Those Things" helps define the "Great American Songbook," a canon of the most significant early-20th-century American Jazz and popular songs.
Notable Performances
Peggy Lee's live performances of "Just One of Those Things" were known for their emotional richness and vocal strength.
Compilation Albums
Peggy Lee’s rendition of "Just One of Those Things" has been included in numerous compilation albums of her greatest hits, underlining its significance in her musical career.

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