1935
Composed as a jazz instrumental by Ellington, the song had lyrics added by Mills and Kurtz later on. Ellington's own orchestra naturally made the first recording, but the origin of the song can reportedly be found in an after-hours party at which Ellington and company were present. To quell an argument that had broken out, Duke spontaneously broke into the tune on the spot.
Lyrics:
In a sentimental mood,
I can see the stars come through my room,
While your loving attitude
Is like a flame that lights the gloom.
On the wings of every kiss
Drifts a melody so strange and sweet.
In this sentimental bliss,
You make my paradise complete.
Rose petals seem to fall.
It's all I could dream to call you mine.
My heart's a lighter thing
Since you made this night a thing divine.
In a sentimental mood,
I'm within a world so heavenly,
For I never dreamt that you'd be loving sentimental me.
Recorded By:
Ella Fitzgerald
Billy Joel
John Coltrane
Art Tatum
Stan Getz
