Louis Armstrong (1901 - 1971) was a trumpet player, singer, and bandleader, and is widely regarded as one of the most influential artists in the history of jazz.
i 'll walk alone
Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong Lyrics
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But to tell you the truth I'll be lonely
I don't mind being lonely
When my heart tells me you are lonely too
I'll walk alone
They'll ask me why and I'll tell them I'd rather
There are dreams I must gather
I'll always be near you wherever you are each night
In every prayer
If you call, I'll hear you no matter how far
Just close your eyes and I'll be there
Please, walk alone
And send your love and your kisses to guide me
Till you're walking beside me
I'll walk alone
I'll always be near you wherever you are each night
In every prayer
If you call, I'll hear you, no matter how far
Just close your eyes and I'll be there
Please, walk alone
And send your love and your kisses to guide me
Till you're walking beside me, I'll walk alone
I'll walk alone
The song "I'll Walk Alone" by Ella Fitzgerald & Louis Armstrong is a melancholic love song that touches upon the themes of loneliness, separation, and longing. The main premise of the song is that even though the singer will be walking alone and will be lonely, they are comforted by the thought that the person they love might also feel the same way. The singer speaks directly to their loved one and tells them that even though they will be apart for some time, they will always be near in spirit and in their thoughts.
The first verse sets the tone for the entire song, with the singer stating that they will be walking alone, but they do not mind being lonely since they believe that their loved one might also be feeling this way. The second verse reveals that the reason why the singer is walking alone is that they have dreams to pursue. However, these dreams were fashioned when they were in the arms of their loved one, creating a bittersweet memory that they hold onto. The final verse repeats the main message of the song, that even though they will be apart, they will always be close in heart.
Overall, "I'll Walk Alone" is a poignant and heartfelt tribute to the enduring power of love, even in times of separation and loneliness.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll walk alone
I will go on my own.
But to tell you the truth I'll be lonely
I will feel alone even though I am going by myself.
I don't mind being lonely
I am okay with feeling lonely sometimes.
When my heart tells me you are lonely too
I feel lonely because I think you are also feeling lonely.
They'll ask me why and I'll tell them I'd rather
Other people will question why I am choosing to walk alone and I will explain that I prefer it.
There are dreams I must gather
I have personal goals that I need to achieve.
Dreams we fashioned the night you held me tight
We dreamed together about our future when we were close.
I'll always be near you wherever you are each night
Even though I am going alone, I will still be mentally with you.
In every prayer
I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
If you call, I'll hear you no matter how far
I will be there for you even if we are physically apart.
Just close your eyes and I'll be there
You can think of me and I will be with you in spirit.
Please, walk alone
I am asking you to also walk alone and pursue your own dreams.
And send your love and your kisses to guide me
Please send your love and support to help me on my journey.
Till you're walking beside me
I hope that someday you will be able to walk with me.
I'll walk alone
Even though I will be alone, I will push forward towards my dreams.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jule Styne, Sammy Cahn
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Holton 345
I have been a professional musician since about 1985. I play in a symphony orchestra for a living. This is my favorite album. It has been for many years now. It is a hot, summer Saturday morning in 2022, I have a cup of coffee, a cat sleeping on my lap, and Ella and Louis playing on my laptop. I will never tire of hearing these two make music together. Rest in peace, both of you.
sarah elliott
could not agree more! this is my fav album also. made for weekends. lazy sundays cooking and drinking wine, summer nights at the golden hour. winter evenings and twickly lights. it fits every mood. everyone magical!
Felipe Blanco
Hermoso comentario. Beautiful comment. Not a musician, but i can feel the hot summer and the cat on the lap. Wodnerfull.
Marilin Wisbey
Can you play ... Go on tube "topic. Gone on a head" orignal.needs hiome
Dayane Numerologia
Beautiful
張雅茹
They are so unique, and the combination simply reduplicates the beautifulness of music. This album is also one of my favorite. ❤❤❤
MILANE DA LUZ
AMOOOOOO, O QUE ELEVA A MINHA ALMA AO AMOR PURO, PAZ.
Oleksandr Srebnytskyi
Это можно слушать вечно. Достояние человечества!
Holly Smith
My grandparents were lucky enough to see Ella and Louis in concert. Only as a teenager I found this out after mentioning my love for the music, and couldn't believe my ears when my grandmother shared this story. What a legendary first date!! And how wonderful to have this music that generation after generation falls in love with.
BM - Ali Kurnaz
Best generation