On a Little Street in Singapore
Glenn Miller, Glenn Miller & His Orchestra
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On a little street in Singapore We?d meet beside a lotus-covered door A veil of moonlight on a lonely face How pale the hands that held me in embrace My sails tonight are filled with perfume of Shalimar And temple bells will guide me to the shore And then I?ll hold her in my arms And love the way I loved before On a little street in Singapore...
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Written by: BILLY HILL, PETER DE ROSE
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10 facts about this song
Original Artists & Release"On a Little Street in Singapore" was originally recorded by the Glenn Miller Orchestra in 1939. The vocalist was Ray Eberle.
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Frank Sinatra's RenditionFrank Sinatra recorded his version of "On a Little Street in Singapore" with the Harry James Orchestra in 1939. This was during his early career when he was a band singer for Harry James before joining Tommy Dorsey's orchestra and eventually becoming a solo artist.
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Bob Dylan's RenditionBob Dylan included it on his 37th studio album, "Fallen Angels," which was released in May 2016. The album primarily contains cover versions of well-known American songs.
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Harry James' Role"On a Little Street in Singapore" is likewise one of Harry James and his band's early recordings, with Frank Sinatra providing the vocals. James was a prominent musician and band leader of the swing era.
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Composition & Themes"On a Little Street in Singapore" was composed by Peter DeRose and Billy Hill. The song is a romantic tune that uses the setting of an exotic, far-off land to evoke a sense of mystery and longing.
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Popular CultureThe song made a notable appearance in the 1943 World War II movie, "Bombardier," performed by the Harry James Orchestra.
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Modern RenditionsApart from Bob Dylan, several other contemporary artists have covered "On a Little Street in Singapore", including Jimmy Buffett in his album "Far Side of the World" released in 2002.
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Glenn Miller's InfluenceGlenn Miller and his orchestra's contribution to the original recording of the song helped solidify their reputation for smooth, stylized arrangements that came to characterize the Big Band and Swing era.
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Various InterpretationsAlthough all these artists—Glenn Miller, Frank Sinatra, Bob Dylan, and Harry James—have recorded the same song, each rendition is unique in style, showcasing each artist's individual interpretation and musical approach.
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Legacy"On a Little Street in Singapore" remains a classic standard from the American Songbook, enduring through the decades and continuing to be covered by various artists, demonstrating its timeless appeal.
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