Try a Little Tenderness

Ted Lewis

About Try a Little Tenderness

"Try a Little Tenderness" is a song written by Jimmy Campbell, Reg Connelly, and Harry M. Woods. It was first recorded on December 8, 1932, by the Ray Noble Orchestra (with vocals by Val Rosing). Ted Lewis (Columbia 2748 D) and Ruth Etting (Melotone 12625) had hits with it in 1933. Bing Crosby also recorded it on January 9, 1933 for Brunswick Records. A version by Bob and Alf Pearson was also released in 1933. The song appears in Dr. Strangelove (1964) and Pretty in Pink (1986).  


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Theodore Leopold Friedman, better known as Ted Lewis (June 6, 1890 – August 25, 1971), was an American entertainer, bandleader, singer, and musician. He led a band presenting a combination of jazz, hokey comedy, and schmaltzy sentimentality that was a hit with the American public. He was known by the moniker "Mr. Entertainment" or Ted "Is Everybody Happy?" Lewis. more »

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Written by: Jimmy Campbell, Reg Connelly, Harry M. Woods

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Try a Little Tenderness" is a song written by Jimmy Campbell, Reg Connelly, and Harry Woods. It was first recorded on December 8, 1932, by the Ray Noble Orchestra (with vocals by Val Rosing).
Bing Crosby's Version
Bing Crosby recorded the song earlier in 1932 but it was not commercially released until 1944. His recording gave the song a significant push in terms of popularity.
Multiple Covers
Over the years, the song has been covered by many artists, each giving it their unique touch. The song has versions by Bing Crosby, Ruth Etting, Ted Lewis, Nat King Cole, and Frank Sinatra, among others.
Ruth Etting's Role
Ruth Etting was one of the early singers to make a recording of the song, also in 1933. Her ballad version established the song's popularity.
Ted Lewis's Interpretation
Ted Lewis also did his version the same year the song was written. His jazz-infused interpretation added another layer to the interpretive options of the song.
Cinematic Appearance
The Bing Crosby version of the song is prominently featured in the film 'The Shape of Water,' which won the best picture Oscar in 2018.
Impact on Pop Culture
Despite its origins in the 1930s, 'Try A Little Tenderness' remained a fixture in pop culture and was popularly covered by balladeers and contemporary artists in the proceeding decades.
Tribute to the Song
In 2020, Michael Bublé released a reimagined version of 'Try A Little Tenderness' as a tribute to the Ray Noble, Bing Crosby, and Ruth Etting versions.
Song Structure
'Try a Little Tenderness' is a ballad and has a music structure that progressively builds up, the intensity of the tune escalating as the song comes closer to the end.
Legacy
'Try a Little Tenderness' is considered one of the greatest songs of its era. Its timeless message of love and understanding resonates and continues to be relevant, making it a beloved classic.

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