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.
Devil May Care
Glenn Miller Lyrics
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Call me "Devil May Care"
I know it shouldn't be
But you know me, pal
I'll take a dare
Who knows, but this time
I may be lucky
Here goes, it's an adventure
Just call me "Devil May Care"!
Glenn Miller's song "Devil May Care" is an upbeat and adventurous tune that talks about taking risks and living life freely. In the first verse, the singer acknowledges that he is falling but does not seem to worry too much about it, instead embracing the nickname "Devil May Care." He admits that he knows he probably should not behave this way, but he cannot help himself from taking a dare. The second verse is a little more optimistic, where the singer believes that this time he may be lucky and that his risky behavior could finally pay off. He encourages the listener to join him in the adventure and call him "Devil May Care."
The song is a celebration of living life to the fullest and taking risks, even if it means failing or falling. The title character is not afraid of the consequences and is willing to embrace every challenge that comes his way. This can be an inspirational message for people who are afraid of taking risks or trying something new, encouraging them to step out of their comfort zone and explore the world.
Line by Line Meaning
Here goes, looks like I'm falling
I am about to take a risk and I am not sure how it will end up.
Call me "Devil May Care"
Refer to me as someone who takes risks without concern for the result.
I know it shouldn't be
I am aware that what I am doing may not be wise.
But you know me, pal
You are familiar with how I tend to act in situations such as this one.
I'll take a dare
I am willing to accept a challenge despite the possible dangers involved.
Who knows, but this time
Although there are risks, there is also potential for something positive to happen.
I may be lucky
There is a chance that things will turn out in my favor.
This may be on the square
This situation may be legitimate and not a scam or deception.
Here goes, it's an adventure
I am excited about the uncertainty of what will happen next.
Just call me "Devil May Care"!
I am embracing the attitude of taking risks without concern for the outcome.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Harry Warren, Johnny Burke
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Darko Ivanković
Nice tune in the typical Glenn Miller style, recalling romantic memories of those times.
michael lengley
when listening to this, I am an hopeless romantic.