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.
Georgia on My Mind
Glenn Miller Lyrics
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Just an old sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind
Talkin' 'bout Georgia
I'm in Georgia
A song of you
Comes as sweet and clear as moonlight through the pines
Other eyes smile tenderly
Still in peaceful dreams I see
The road leads back to you
Georgia, sweet Georgia, no peace I find
Just an old sweet song
Keeps Georgia on my mind
Other arms reach out to me
Other eyes smile tenderly
Still in peaceful dreams I see
The road leads back
It always leads back to you
I'm in Georgia, Georgia, sweet Georgia
No peace, no peace I find
Just this old, sweet song
Keeps Georgia forever on my mind
Just an old sweet, sweet song
Keeps Georgia forever on my mind
The lyrics to Glenn Miller's song "Georgia On My Mind" are a testament to the power of nostalgia and longing. The singer spends "the whole day through" thinking about Georgia - not just the physical state itself, but the memories and emotions associated with it. The repeated refrain "Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind" suggests that music is a crucial component in stirring up these memories, as it acts as a sort of trigger for the singer's reminiscences.
The second half of the song delves deeper into the singer's personal relationship with Georgia. They sing about being physically present in the state, allowing the listener to feel a deeper sense of connection to the singer's experience. The image of moonlight shining through the pines evokes a sense of beauty and tranquility, further emphasizing the emotional depth of the singer's longing for Georgia. The final lines, "Just this old, sweet song/Keeps Georgia forever on my mind" suggest that the singer's nostalgia is a permanent fixture in their life, and will continue to persist even as time moves on.
Line by Line Meaning
Georgia, Georgia, the whole day through
I am constantly thinking about Georgia all day long
Just an old sweet song
This familiar tune brings back fond memories of Georgia
Keeps Georgia on my mind
The song reminds me of Georgia and it stays in my thoughts
Talkin' 'bout Georgia
I can't stop talking about Georgia and everything I love about it
I'm in Georgia
I am physically in the state of Georgia
A song of you
This song is about my love for Georgia
Comes as sweet and clear as moonlight through the pines
The song is beautiful and soothing, just like the way moonlight shines through the trees in Georgia
Other arms reach out to me
Other places and people try to draw me away from Georgia
Other eyes smile tenderly
Others try to win me over with their charm, but Georgia has my heart
Still in peaceful dreams I see
Even in my sleep I dream of Georgia and its tranquil beauty
The road leads back to you
No matter how far I stray, I always find my way back to Georgia
Georgia, sweet Georgia, no peace I find
I am restless until I am back in my beloved Georgia
No peace, no peace I find
Without Georgia, I am discontent and unsettled
Keeps Georgia forever on my mind
This song will ensure that Georgia remains a part of me always and forever
Just an old sweet, sweet song
This song is a classic and will always be dear to my heart
Keeps Georgia forever on my mind
The song serves as a constant reminder of the state I hold so dear
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Hoagy Carmichael, Stuart Gorell
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
PercivalGull1
I have this on a 4 CD (58 song) box set - Glenn Miller - The Glenn Miller Orchestra bought about 15 years ago. It is a Cedar digitally re-processed set.
PercivalGull1
It is The Glenn Miller Orchestra though possibly a later version of this number with some different band members. Also digitally enhanced.
Patrick K
i've been looking for this exact version on record. Please can anyone help?
PercivalGull1
Pat K
4205lr
This is not Glenn Miller and his orchestra!
nandofigueira2005
this is not Glenn Miller and his orchestra!