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.
I'm Stepping Out With A Memory Tonight
Glenn Miller Lyrics
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To paint the town the way we used to do
I'll dine at the old café where we had so much fun
and order cocktails for two instead of the usual one
Then after dark in a hansom through the park
While reminiscing I'll be kissing you
A lot of folks may think that I'm crazy,
Well, maybe they're right
The lyrics to Glenn Miller's song "I'm Stepping Out With A Memory Tonight" are filled with nostalgia and longing for the past. The singer is going out for a night on the town, but instead of going out with someone new, they are going out with their memories of a past love. The memory of their previous relationship is so strong that they are going to order cocktails for two, just like they used to with their former partner. The singer is taking a hansom ride through the park, remembering their past relationship, and even kissing the memory of their ex.
The lyrics capture the feeling of being stuck in the past and unable to move on, even years after a relationship has ended. The desire to relive past memories can be overwhelming, and the lyrics suggest that despite the potential judgment of others or even their own self-doubt, the singer is willing to embrace nostalgia and revisit their past love.
Overall, the song suggests that some memories can be difficult to let go of, and the temptation to revisit them can be strong, even if it means going out alone. It's a bittersweet reminder that some loves never truly fade away.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm stepping out with a memory tonight
Tonight, I am going out with thoughts of you, reliving the memories we once had together.
To paint the town the way we used to do
I am going to enjoy the night and all of its festivities like we used to when we were together.
I'll dine at the old café where we had so much fun
I will go to the café we used to frequent and where we enjoyed ourselves immensely.
And order cocktails for two instead of the usual one
Tonight I'll order two drinks for myself and my memory rather than my usual one drink for just myself.
Then after dark in a hansom through the park
Later tonight, when it's dark, I'll take a carriage ride through the park.
While reminiscing I'll be kissing you
As I reminisce about our time together, I'll imagine kissing you like we used to.
A lot of folks may think that I'm crazy,
Many people may believe that my actions tonight are irrational.
Well, maybe they're right
It's possible that they're correct.
But I'm stepping out with a memory tonight.
Despite any potential judgments, I will go out tonight with the memories of you.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALLIE WRUBEL, HERBERT MAGIDSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@JamesIrwins78s
There are so many Miller 78s out there, even after three years I can still find a new Miller tune, well new to me.
@pamelaannfuller9410
I LOVE this song. Also sung by Helen O'Connell with the Jimmy Dorsey band. Written during the Word War II years... Remind me of my parents.
@BigBingFan
I can't decide if this great Ray Eberle treatment OR Tony Martin's is my favorite! GREAT dilemma; both exquisite song stylists---superb post!
@rosemarywaldie4958
Just listening to this on KCEA
Thank you for posting this ❤️