During the late 1920s and early 1930s, Miller managed to earn a living working as a freelance trombonist in several bands. His first band was formed in 1937 but failed to distinguish itself and eventually broke up.
Following the break-up of his first band, Miller realized that he needed to develop a unique sound, and decided to make the clarinet play a melodic line with a tenor saxophone on the same note, while three other saxophones harmonized. With this sound combination, the Miller band that became the most popular was born in 1938. After a shaky start, it made his new band a nationwide hit.
In 1942, Miller joined the United States Army Air Forces where he continued his musical career with the Army Air Force Band.
On December 15, 1944, Miller was to fly from the United Kingdom to Paris, France, to play for the soldiers who had recently liberated Paris. His plane departed from RAF Twinwood Farm in Clapham, Bedfordshire and disappeared while flying over the English Channel. No trace of the aircrew, passengers or plane has ever been found. Miller's status is missing in action.
His music is still iconic of the time period in which he lived and continues to draw thousands of fans of all age groups.
Glenn Miller was a popular visitor to Bedford and its American Air force bases. He is still remembered to this day by the people of Bedford with a bronze bust displayed on the front of the towns Corn Exchange, and more recently, what remains of the Twinwoods Airfield being renovated as a Glenn Miller Museum and outdoor event site
2) Glenn Miller was a Jamaican reggae and soul artist of the 1960's.
Along with other legendary artists such as Bob Marley & the Wailers and Desmond Dekker he recorded for the Trojan record label.
Boog It
Glenn Miller Lyrics
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In the mellow track
Boog it, got it comin back
Bim-bam, skim-skam, jim-jam
Romp!
Boog it, everybody out, boog it
Who you're hunchin out
Everybody bout
Romp!
You do like shining a window
But you ain't got no window
So you just picture a window
And boog it slow and easy
Boog it, nothin to it, Jack
In the mellow track
Boog it, got it comin back
Bim-bam, skim-skam, jim-jam
Romp!
The lyrics to Glenn Miller's song "Boog It" are an invitation to dance in a carefree and effortless way. The song calls for the listener to let go of their worries and just enjoy the music. The phrase "boog it" itself was slang for dancing during the 1930s and 1940s. The song's opening lines, "Boog it, nothin to it, Jack / In the mellow track," suggest that dancing is a simple and enjoyable activity, especially when done to relaxing music.
The lyrics in "Boog It" also feature several nonsensical phrases such as "bim-bam, skim-skam, jim-jam," which are likely meant to be improvised scat singing syllables. The word "romp" punctuates each verse, driving home the idea that dancing should be fun and carefree. Additionally, the verse "You do like shining a window / But you ain't got no window / So you just picture a window / And boog it slow and easy" seems to imply that dancing can be a way to create one's own fun, regardless of the circumstances or limitations.
Line by Line Meaning
Boog it, nothin to it, Jack
Let's dance, it's easy and fun, my friend
In the mellow track
To the smooth rhythm of this track
Boog it, got it comin back
Dancing is so contagious, we'll keep coming back for more
Bim-bam, skim-skam, jim-jam
Let's add some fun and rhythm to our moves
Romp!
Let's dance and have a great time!
Boog it, everybody out, boog it
Let's all dance and enjoy this moment
Who you're hunchin out
Don't be shy, let's all dance together
Everybody bout
Everyone is moving and grooving
Bim-bam, skim-skam, jim-jam
Let's keep having fun with our dance moves
Romp!
Dancing is infectious and we're all caught up in it!
You do like shining a window
You dance as if polishing a glass window
But you ain't got no window
Even though there's no window, you still imagine the shine
So you just picture a window
You use your imagination to help with your dance moves
And boog it slow and easy
Dance with a smooth and laid-back rhythm
Boog it, nothin to it, Jack
Once again, let's dance and have fun with it, my friend!
In the mellow track
To the smooth and relaxing music
Boog it, got it comin back
Dancing is so enjoyable that we'll keep doing it over and over
Bim-bam, skim-skam, jim-jam
Let's keep adding creativity and fun to our dancing
Romp!
Once again, let's dance like there's no tomorrow!
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Buck Ram, Cab Calloway, Jack Palmer
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@walterweddle7644
Hey my youngest 12 year old daughter loves this, and when I play it in the car as we're traveling, she sings it as it's playing.
@_Vintage_Oldsoul
Your daughter has great taste. Just keep her away from today's music at all costs...
@Joshster-si6ov
@@_Vintage_Oldsoul Well I mostly stay away from today's music, but there are some random pop songs from today that I actually like. But you're right, jazz is the best music you can listen to :)
@AlanCofer
Always the best clean-ups! Love the sound.
@the78prof72
Thanks! Glad you're enjoying the presentation.
@Trombonology
If you've ever seen Sun Valley Serenade , in which the Miller orch coincidentally appears, you might notice that Milton Berle demonstrates this dance move -- "You do like shinin' a window/But you ain't got no window/So you just picture a window and boog it ..." -- as the band plays "Chattanooga Choo Choo." Jerry Gray's arrangement is good, and Moe Purtill, Hal McIntyre and Clyde Hurley really swing. Marion's parting boog-its slay me.