Eckstine was an American jazz singer and bandleader who also played trumpet, valve trombone, and guitar. He also performed briefly as Billy X. Stine. His nickname was Mr. B. Although best known as a singer, his openness to new music made him a strong influence on modern jazz, particularly bebop, as he gave employment to many of the musicians who founded the style.
After singing with the Earl Hines band from 1939 to 1943 he led his own band from 1944 to 1947. The band featured at various times a large number of rising jazz stars, including:
Saxophones: Gene Ammons, Dexter Gordon, Sonny Stitt, Lucky Thompson, Charlie Parker, Wardell Gray, Budd Johnson, Leo Parker
Trumpets: Dizzy Gillespie, Miles Davis, Kenny Dorham, Fats Navarro
Drums: Art Blakey
Singers: Lena Horne, Sarah Vaughan
Eckstine later formed an octet, then went solo, becoming a popular ballad singer while remaining an important figure in jazz. His huge, distinctive baritone made him one of the first African American singers to have mainstream success. He was the composer of the blues classic "Jelly, Jelly" and also recorded the R&B top hit "Stormy Monday Blues" in 1942 (not to be confused with T-Bone Walker's 1947 "Call It Stormy Monday (But Tuesday Is Just As Bad)"). Most of his success as a singer came with ballads, including "Everything I have is Yours", "Blue Moon", "Caravan," "Prisoner of Love," "You Go to My Head," and "That Old Black Magic". His last hit was "Passing Strangers", a duet with Sarah Vaughan released in 1957.
Eckstine was a style leader and noted sharp dresser. He designed and patented a high roll collar that formed a B over a Windsor-knotted tie, which became known as a Mr. B. Collar. In addition to looking cool, the collar expanded and contracted without popping open, which allowed his neck to swell while playing his horns. The collars were worn by many a hipster in the late 1940s and early 1950s.
In 1984, Eckstine recorded his final album, I Am A Singer, featuring beautiful ballads arranged and conducted by Angelo DiPippo.
When Something is Wrong With My Baby
Billy Eckstine Lyrics
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Something is wrong is me
And if I know that she's worried
I know I'd feel the same misery
We've been through so much together
We stand as one
That's what makes it better
Something is wrong with me
Just what she means to me now
Oh you just you just wouldn't understand
People can say that she's no good
But she's my woman and I know I'm her man
And if he's got a problem
Woo-oah I know I got to help him solve 'em
When something is wrong with my baby
Something is wrong with me
When something is wrong with my baby
Something is wrong with my baby
When something is wrong with my baby
Something is wrong with me
The lyrics to Billy Eckstine's song "When Something is Wrong With My Baby" describe the closeness and connection between two partners in a relationship. The first two lines of the song set the tone and give immediate insight into the dedication of the singer to his partner. He says "when something is wrong with my baby, something is wrong with me," meaning that he feels everything his partner feels and cannot separate his emotions from hers. He then goes on to say that if he were to know that his partner was worried or in distress, he would feel the same misery within himself. This shows a level of empathy and understanding that is essential in a healthy relationship.
The second verse of the song mentions that the couple has been through a lot together and they have come out stronger because of it. The singer believes that the bond they share is what makes their relationship so special and that when one is feeling down, the other is always there to lift them up. The bridge delves deeper into the meaning of the song, suggesting that outsiders may not understand the nature of their relationship but that it doesn't matter. The singer has a deep connection with his partner that others cannot comprehend.
The final verse of the song touches on the importance of communication and assisting one another in difficult times. The singer recognizes that if his partner is facing a problem, it is his responsibility to help solve it, and he is willing to do so. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the essence of the song, that the two individuals are deeply interconnected, and when one is struggling, the other may feel that same pain.
Line by Line Meaning
When something is wrong with my baby
Any problem or issue that my partner is facing, affects me equally.
Something is wrong is me
My emotional and mental state is impacted when my baby is not feeling alright.
And if I know that she's worried
If my partner is anxious or stressed, I can sense it.
I know I'd feel the same misery
I can relate to my partner's pain and discomfort because of our deep and emotional connection.
We've been through so much together
As a couple, we have faced many challenges and shared numerous experiences with each other.
We stand as one
We're united, bonded, and share an unbreakable connection with each other.
That's what makes it better
Our mutual love and support make it possible to overcome any obstacle together.
Just what she means to me now
Her significance in my life is so much more than what others can understand.
Oh you just you just wouldn't understand
Others might not realize how much my partner matters to me.
People can say that she's no good
Others may criticize or judge my partner unfairly.
But she's my woman and I know I'm her man
I stand by her side, support her, and cherish her, no matter what others think or say.
And if he's got a problem
If my partner is facing any issue or difficulty,
Woo-oah I know I got to help him solve 'em
I'll do everything in my capacity to assist and overcome the problem together.
When something is wrong with my baby
Any issue or discomfort faced by my partner is a shared problem.
Something is wrong with my baby
If my partner is not feeling okay, it affects me too.
When something is wrong with my baby
Any challenge or difficulty faced by us as a couple is a shared problem.
Something is wrong with me
My partner's pain or discomfort affects me on an emotional level.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ISAAC HAYES, DAVID PORTER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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on Jelly, Jelly
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