Her playing attracted the attention of bass player Ray Brown, who brought her into touch with influential teachers and producers. At the age of seventeen, she won a scholarship from the Vancouver Jazz Festival to study at the Berklee College of Music in Boston. After three terms she moved to Los Angeles to study with Jimmy Rowles, with whom she also began to sing. In 1990, Krall relocated to New York. She is married to British musician Elvis Costello.
On the Sunny Side of the Street
Diana Krall Lyrics
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Leave your worries on the doorstep
Just direct your feet
On the sunny side of the street
Don't you hear that pitter-pat?
You know that happy tune is your step
Life could be so sweet
I used to walk in the shade
With my blues on parade
Now you know, I'm not afraid
I guess this rover done crossed over
If I never have a cent
I'd be rich as Rockefeller
Gold dust at my feet
On the sunny side of the street
In Diana Krall's "On the Sunny Side of the Street," the lyrics invite the listener to leave their worries behind and focus on the positive aspects of life, which are symbolically represented by "the sunny side of the street." The song creates an optimistic and hopeful atmosphere for the listener, even when things might not be going smoothly. The imagery of the lyrics, such as "grab your coat and get your hat" and "gold dust at my feet," creates a sense of movement, joy, and success.
The use of the phrase "I used to walk in the shade with my blues on parade" suggests that the singer has gone through tougher times, but has now moved beyond them to embrace the more positive "sunny side" of life. The lyrics also suggest that material wealth is not necessary to be content; instead, embracing positivity and hope can make life rich in its own way.
In terms of facts about the song, "On the Sunny Side of the Street" was written by Jimmy McHugh and Dorothy Fields in 1930 and was first performed by Louis Armstrong. The song has since been recorded by numerous artists, including Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, and Willie Nelson. Some notable recordings of the song include the 1956 version by Peggy Lee and the 1962 rendition by Frank Sinatra.
Additionally, the song has been used in numerous films and TV shows, including the 1942 film "Take a Bow," the 1978 film "The Wiz," and the 2006 film "The Good Shepherd." It has also been used in the TV shows "The Sopranos" and "CSI: NY."
Line by Line Meaning
Grab your coat and get your hat
Put on your jacket and hat
Leave your worries on the doorstep
Forget about your problems for a while
Just direct your feet
Choose the direction you want to go
On the sunny side of the street
Towards the bright and optimistic side of life
Don't you hear that pitter-pat?
Can you hear the sound of your own footsteps?
You know that happy tune is your step
Your steps sound happy because you are in a good mood
Life could be so sweet
Life can be delightful
On the sunny side of the street
Choosing the bright and optimistic side of life can make it sweet
I used to walk in the shade
I used to be pessimistic and unhappy
With my blues on parade
I showed my sadness to the world
Now you know, I'm not afraid
Now I am not afraid of being happy
I guess this rover done crossed over
I have changed my ways
If I never have a cent
If I never have a penny
I'd be rich as Rockefeller
I would feel wealthy and satisfied
Gold dust at my feet
I would feel that life is precious
On the sunny side of the street
Choosing the bright and optimistic side of life can make it feel like wealth
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dorothy Fields, Jimmy McHugh
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audrey pistor
Here again I loved it never get tired of this song and how you do it...
Alan Blackwood
Such a beautifully relaxed tempo
audrey pistor
I listen to this every day I love it and I just love how you Diane laugh at the end with the group....Love love you guys...
kenneth brown
I'm a musician and understand this side of the street is such a task for me right now and I'm loving it each note means so much
audrey pistor
So great I love it .I must have listened to this ten times no kidding love your style and the great band ....
Larry Steimle
There is just something about this that makes it all work beautifully. A joy to watch and listen to.
audrey pistor
I love when she does this song the best and the band follows her perfectly,,,,
Dally
It's just amazing! I loved this version!
Dally
It's just amazing! I loved this version!
audrey pistor
Love the way you do this song piano and all lots of fun. Great job I wish I could be in your audience....Love love love you.. My best singer and band players. Great ending......