By 1961 jazz was falling out of favour with the general public but this shows two of the most important people in early jazz still able to produce amazing music year after they have fallen out of the spotlight.
I'm Just A Lucky So And So
Duke Ellington & Louis Armstrong Lyrics
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Seems everyone I meet
Gives me a friendly hello
I guess I'm just a lucky so and so
The birds in every tree
Are all so neighborly
They sing wherever I go
If you should ask me the amount
In my bank account
I'd have to confess that I'm slippin'
But that don't worry me, confidentially
I've got a dream that's a pippin'
And when the day is through
Each night I hurry to
A home where love waits, I know
I guess I'm just a lucky so and so
And when the day is through
Each night I hurry to
A home where love waits, I know
I guess I'm just a lucky so and so
I'm just a lucky, lucky so and so
Duke Ellington's "I'm Just a Lucky So and So" is a song about finding joy in the simple pleasures of life despite not having much material wealth. The singer walks down the street and is greeted warmly by everyone, from the people to the birds in the trees. The singer acknowledges that they may not have much money, but they have a strong sense of contentment and fulfillment that makes them feel lucky. The song emphasizes the importance of love and the joy it brings, as the singer rushes home each night to be with their loved ones. The song encourages listeners to take pleasure in life's small joys rather than focusing on material wealth.
Line by Line Meaning
As I walk down the street
While wandering down the street
Seems everyone I meet
It appears like every person I encounter
Gives me a friendly hello
Greets me in a amicable manner
I guess I'm just a lucky so and so
I presume that I am a fortunate individual
The birds in every tree
The birds in each tree
Are all so neighborly
Seem very friendly
They sing wherever I go
Birds sing no matter where I go
I guess I'm just a lucky so and so
I suppose that I am a fortunate individual
If you should ask me the amount
In case you ask me how much
In my bank account
I have saved in my bank
I'd have to confess that I'm slippin'
I must admit that I am falling short
But that don't worry me, confidentially
But, that does not concern me, secretly
I've got a dream that's a pippin'
I possess a fantastic dream
And when the day is through
Once the day is over
Each night I hurry to
Every night I try to rush to
A home where love waits, I know
A house where I know love waits for me
I guess I'm just a lucky so and so
I reckon that I am a lucky individual
And when the day is through
Once the day is over
Each night I hurry to
Every night I try to rush to
A home where love waits, I know
A house where I know love waits for me
I guess I'm just a lucky so and so
I suppose that I am a fortunate individual
I'm just a lucky, lucky so and so
I am an incredibly fortunate individual
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Duke Ellington, Mack David
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@deanbowlingKSR
MUS 300- 001 Dean Bowling
1. Performers
Vocals- Louis Armstrong
Piano- Duke Ellington
Bass- Mort Herbert
Drums- Danny Barcelona
2. Style of Jazz
Vocal Jazz
3. Form
???
4. Reason for Inclusion
Of course, a huge fan of Louis' voice, and I think it's interesting how his vocals are, in a way, dueling with Duke's piano, though it's really peaceful. It's kinda blues-y in the way Duke answers Louis sometimes.
@leoncoda
LETRA.- As I walk down the street
Seems everyone I meet
Gives me a friendly hello
I guess I'm just a lucky so and so
The birds in every tree
Are all so neighborly
They sing wherever I go
I guess I'm just a lucky so and so
If you should ask me the amount
In my bank account
I'd have to confess that I'm slippin'
But that don't worry me, confidentially
I've got a dream that's a-pippin'
And when the day is through
Each night I hurry to
A home where love waits, I know
I guess I'm just a lucky so and so
@LSDEe2002
My grandmother always has a smile when play blues she loves Duke Ellington piano skills very much ❤
@alleycatalog
This whole album is like an old friend I get to sit down and catch up with every now and then.
@anthonymartin874
Well said😊
@juanbento5748
Masterpiece
@daleharvey3826
When Mr. Armstrong starts singing one must smile!
@johnkemp7380
This is one of the best albums I know. So underrated.
@txhusker5702
Recorded @ RCA Victor Studio One on East 24th Street in NYC on 3 or 4 April 1961. Producer was Bob Thiele. Composed by Ellington with lyrics by Mack David. Originally issued on "Together for the First Time" (Roulette SR 52074).
@31cify
To find this on You Tube, ooooh, I'me a lucky so and so.
@heyump1432
A great listen on my wedding anniversary ❤ 😍 💕
@MrTrautman2
Found this on my playlist from a compilation CD that i love!!!! Can't get enough of the late, great Satchmo!!