Trav'lin' Light
Paul Whiteman Orchestra, Billie Holiday
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I'm trav'lin' light Because my man has gone So from now on I'm trav'lin' light He said goodbye And took my heart away So from today I'm trav'lin' light No one to see I'm free as the breese No one but me And my menories Some lucky night He may come back again So until then I'm trav'lin' light No one to see I'm free as the breese No one but me And my menories Some lucky night He may come back again So until then I'm trav'lin' light
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Written by: Trummy Young, Jimmy Mundy, Johnny Mercer
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12 facts about this song
Historical Fact"Trav'lin' Light" is an iconic American popular song that was first recorded in 1942.
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Collaboration FactThe song was a result of the creative work trio - Billie Holiday, Johnny Mercer, and Paul Whiteman - who are all acclaimed figures in the music industry.
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Composer's FactJohnny Mercer is responsible for the song's lyrics while Paul Whiteman composed the music. The pianist Jimmy Mundy worked on the arrangement for Holiday's version.
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Billie Holiday's Version FactBillie Holiday recorded "Trav’lin Light” in 1942. This version was an instant hit and is reported to have topped the charts for three weeks.
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Grammy Hall of Fame Fact"Trav'lin' Light" is notable for being inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2002, a testament to its cultural significance and enduring popularity.
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Lyrics Theme FactThe song's lyrics are a celebration of nomadic, carefree existence. The protagonist in the song travels light and carries no excess baggage, either literally or metaphorically.
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Surprising FactDespite being the lyricist of the song, Johnny Mercer never recorded a version of "Trav'lin' Light."
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Cover Versions FactOver the years, "Trav'lin' Light" has been covered by other popular artists, maintaining its relevance. Some of these artists include Ella Fitzgerald, Anita O’Day, and Chet Baker.
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Soundtrack Fact"Trav'lin' Light" featured in a movie - in 1972 it was included in the soundtrack for the film, "Save the Tiger," which starred Jack Lemmon.
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Billie Holiday Archive Fact"Trav'lin' Light" remains one of the most cherished songs in the Billie Holiday song catalogue.
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Genre Classification FactClassified under the jazz standard genre, this song remains a popular choice for jazz vocalists and instrumentalists alike.
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Paul Whiteman's Orchestra FactThe song was originally recorded with Paul Whiteman's Orchestra, prominently featuring his big band sound.
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