Summertime
Frank Sinatra
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Summertime, and the livin' is easy Fish are jumpin' and the cotton is high Oh, your daddy's rich and your ma is good-lookin' So hush, little baby, don't you cry One of these mornings you're gonna rise up singing And you'll spread your wings and you'll take to the sky But till that morning, there ain't nothin' can harm you With daddy and mammy standin' by One of these mornings you're gonna rise up singing And you'll spread your wings and you'll take to the sky But till that morning, there ain't nothin' can harm you With daddy and mammy standin' by Summertime, and the livin' is easy Fish are jumpin' and the cotton is high Oh, your daddy's rich and your ma is good-lookin' So hush, little baby, don't you cry
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Written by: Dorothy Heyward, Du Bose Heyward, George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Release Information"Summertime" by Frank Sinatra was first released in 1946 as a single record. The song was later included in Sinatra's album, "The nearness of you".
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Song OriginThe song is an aria composition originally from the opera "Porgy and Bess" written by George Gershwin in 1935. It was later popularized in many genres, including jazz and blues.
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Notable Featured PerformancesSinatra performed this song on numerous concerts and TV guest appearances, including his 1957 ABC variety series, "The Frank Sinatra Show".
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Other PerformancesSinatra's rendition is among over 30,000 recorded versions of "Summertime" by various artists, making it one of the most covered songs in the history of recorded music.
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Lyrics and StructureThe song is characterized by the unique syncopation of its lyrics and a melody that leverages many elements of African-American spiritual music.
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Frank Sinatra's StyleSinatra's approach to "Summertime" was a departure from his previous work, demonstrating his vocal versatility and ability to interpret songs outside of his typical genres.
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Controversial InterpretationWhile many of Sinatra's fans appreciated his unique interpretation of "Summertime", some critics argued that his vocal style didn't match the song's initial context in an opera.
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Collaboration with Nelson RiddleSinatra's adaptation of "Summertime" was arranged by his long-time collaborator, Nelson Riddle. Riddle is famous for shaping Sinatra's signature sound during the 1950s.
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Song's PopularitySinatra's version of "Summertime" was never released as a commercial single, but it remains a fan-favorite and is frequently played on Sinatra-themed radio programs.
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Connection to Porgy and BessDespite the controversy surrounding Sinatra's interpretation, his version helped draw attention to the original opera, "Porgy and Bess," which is now considered one of the most significant works of the American opera canon.
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