Coming to prominence in the 1920s as an inventive trumpet and cornet player, Armstrong was a foundational influence in jazz, shifting the focus of the music from collective improvisation to solo performance. With his instantly-recognizable gravelly voice, Armstrong was also an influential singer, demonstrating great dexterity as an improviser, bending the lyrics and melody of a song for expressive purposes. He was also skilled at scat singing (vocalizing using sounds and syllables instead of actual lyrics).
Renowned for his charismatic stage presence and voice almost as much as for his trumpet-playing, Armstrong's influence extends well beyond jazz music, and by the end of his career in the 1960s, he was widely regarded as a profound influence on popular music in general. Armstrong was one of the first truly popular African-American entertainers to "cross over", whose skin-color was secondary to his music in an America that was severely racially divided. He rarely publicly politicized his race, often to the dismay of fellow African-Americans, but took a well-publicized stand for desegregation during the Little Rock Crisis. His artistry and personality allowed him socially acceptable access to the upper echelons of American society that were highly restricted for a black man.
Armstrong was born and brought up in New Orleans, a culturally diverse town with a unique musical mix of creole, ragtime, marching bands, and blues. Although from an early age he was able to play music professionally, he didn't travel far from New Orleans until 1922, when he went to Chicago to join his mentor, King Oliver. Oliver's band played primitive jazz, a hotter style of ragtime, with looser rhythms and more improvisation, and Armstrong's role was mostly backing. Slow to promote himself, he was eventually persuaded by his wife Lil Hardin to leave Oliver, and In 1924 he went to New York to join the Fletcher Henderson Orchestra. At the time, there were a few other artists using the rhythmic innovations of the New Orleans style, but none did it with the energy and brilliance of Armstrong, and he quickly became a sensation among New York musicians. Back in Chicago in 1925, he made his first recordings with his own group, Louis Armstrong and his Hot Five, and these became not only popular hits but also models for the first generation of jazz musicians, trumpeters or otherwise.
Other hits followed through the twenties and thirties, as well as troubles: crooked managers, lip injuries, mob entanglements, failed big-band ventures. As jazz styles changed, though, musical purists never lost any respect for him -- although they were sometimes irritated by his hammy onstage persona. Around the late forties, with the help of a good manager, Armstrong's business affairs finally stablilized, and he began to be seen as an elder statesman of American popular entertainment, appearing in Hollywood films, touring Asia and Europe, and dislodging The Beatles from the number-one position with Hello Dolly". Today many people may know him as a singer (a good one), but as Miles Davis said: “You can’t play nothing on modern trumpet that doesn’t come from him."
The 62-year-old Armstrong became the oldest act to top the US charts when "Hello Dolly" reached #1 in 1964. Four years later Satchmo also became the oldest artist to record a UK #1, when "What a Wonderful World" hit the top spot.
Nó
Louis Armstrong Lyrics
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No! No! No!
But when two eager lips are pressed against yours
You'll know, yes, you'll know
Can anyone explain the glow of romance?
No! No! No!
But when you hear the phrase "It's you I adore"
And you will find, to give love a start
Don't think with your mind; just feel with your heart
Can anyone explain the wonder of love?
No! No! No!
But now that you and I are sharing a sigh
We know, yes, we know
And you will find, to give love a start
Don't think with your mind; just feel with your heart
Can anyone explain the wonder of love?
No! No! No!
But now that you and I are sharing a sigh
We know, yes, we know
The song "No" by Louis Armstrong explores the mysterious nature of love and the difficulty of putting into words the feelings that love evokes. In the first verse, Armstrong asks if anyone can explain the thrill of a kiss or the glow of romance, and responds with a resounding "No!" However, he goes on to state that when these experiences happen, you will know and feel them deeply.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that love cannot be explained; it must be felt. The lyrics suggest that to give love a chance, you must let go of rational thinking and allow yourself to feel with your heart. The final verse speaks directly to the listener, suggesting that now that they are sharing a sigh with someone special, they too know the wonder of love.
The song's simple melody and repetitive chorus create a nostalgic and dreamy atmosphere, while the lyrics paint an idealized picture of love that feels both distant and attainable. Overall, "No" is a love song that captures the uncertainty and magic of falling in love.
Interesting facts about "No" by Louis Armstrong:
1) The song was released in 1955 as a single and later included on Armstrong's album "Satch Plays Fats."
2) "No" was written by Earl Hines, who was Armstrong's former bandmate and pianist.
3) The song's lyrics are often interpreted as a direct response to the skepticism of love.
4) "No" was one of Armstrong's earliest recordings to feature his vocal style more prominently than his trumpet playing.
5) The song has been covered by several artists, including Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday.
6) In 1956, Armstrong performed "No" on The ABC Television Network variety show "The Steve Allen Show."
7) The song's catchy melody and memorable chorus have made it a popular tune for jazz musicians to play and improvise on.
8) The lyrics to "No" were used as the basis for a philosophical essay by composer and musicologist Leonard Meyer.
9) The song's message of surrendering to the emotions of love is timeless and resonates with listeners of all ages.
10) "No" is often cited as one of Armstrong's greatest vocal performances, showcasing his smooth and soulful singing style.
Chords (in the key of C):
Intro: C
Verse: C, Am, Dm, G7
Chorus: C, G7, Am, Dm, G7
Line by Line Meaning
Can anyone explain the thrill of a kiss?
Even if someone tried to explain how it feels to be kissed, it's indescribable and cannot be put into words.
No! No! No!
It's impossible to describe the thrill of a kiss.
But when two eager lips are pressed against yours
You'll understand the feeling of being kissed when someone puts their lips on yours with an eagerness to show affection.
You'll know, yes, you'll know
It's an experience that can only be understood when felt, and there's no need for an explanation after that moment.
Can anyone explain the glow of romance?
It's difficult to put into words the feeling of being wrapped up in a romantic relationship.
No! No! No!
It's impossible to describe the glow of romance with words.
But when you hear the phrase "It's you I adore"
Hearing someone say they adore you can help ignite a spark of romantic feelings and understanding that is hard to put into words.
You'll know, yes, you'll know
When someone acknowledges and professes their love and adoration for you, you'll understand the glow of romance.
And you will find, to give love a start...
To start a loving relationship, it's best to let go of logical thinking and follow your heart instead.
Don't think with your mind; just feel with your heart
Overthinking can get in the way of creating a loving relationship. You should instead follow your heart and instincts.
But now that you and I are sharing a sigh
Now that we are both swept up in the feelings of love and romance, we can share a deep breath and feel the connection.
We know, yes, we know
There's no need for an explanation, as we both understand and feel the warmth and wonder of love.
Can anyone explain the wonder of love?
It's difficult to explain the feeling of being in love to someone who hasn't experienced it themselves.
No! No! No!
Words can't describe the wonder of love.
But now that you and I are sharing a sigh
Now that we're in love, we can share a deep breath and feel understood without explaining it.
We know, yes, we know
There's no need for an explanation, as we both understand this indescribable feeling of love.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bennie Benjamin, George David Weiss
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@endthedrugwartoday
We have all the time in the world
Time enough for life
To unfold all the precious things
Love has in store
We have all the love in the world
If that's all we have you will find
We need nothing more
Every step of the way
Will find us
With the cares of the world
Far behind us
We have all the time in the world
Just for love
Nothing more, nothing less
Only love
Every step of the way
Will find us
With the cares of the world
Far behind us, yes
We have all the time in the world
Just for love
Nothing more, nothing less
Only love
Only love
@mikeroth6287
@@jmemphis5842 Obviously you dont understand the term "debonair"
Bond IS Brosnan or Roger Moore.
You want some stone face killer type, go watch a Mission Impossible or Jason Bourne flick!!
You're a fun killer otherwise!
I dont need a REALISTIC Bond!
I want a SMART Bond who doesn't have to climb up scaffolding to reach his target and ends up having the bigger hand regardless of the situation.
No offense, but I have the Fleming novels, Bond is written very specific
@vothiha2524
We have all the time in the world
Time enough for life
To unfold all the precious things
Love has in store
We have all the love in the world
If that's all we have
You will find
We need nothing more
Every step of the way will find us
With the cares of the world far behind us
We have all the time in the world
Just for love
Nothing more, nothing less
Only love
Every step of the way will find us
With the cares of the world far behind us, yes
We have all the time in the world
Just for love
Nothing more, nothing less
Only love
Only Love
@Danis8Pastry
@@edouardmoulin1269 "Bond will return". Exactly. Mathilde Bond.
What Craig thinks means nothing to the woke cult that controls Hollywood. And natural behavior of children neither.
The whole theme of the movie was "Out with the old white man. In with the new agenda".
Sadly it will take one or two failed movies, before EON and MGM either "Get woke go broke", or somehow resurrect James Bond.
I could see all the Danial Craig movies be a bad dream that the next James Bond wakes up from, laying next to a beautiful Bond girl, in a luxury apartment filled with little symbols and easter-eggs, that would hark all the way back to Casino Royal, and explain how his subconscious mind created this dream/nightmare.
The Danial Craig movies are basically one long story.
Though are do think Danial Craig was a brilliant Bond, the ending ruined his Bond-era.
@mgmmusic790
Every mission has led to this... https://amzn.to/3FIebmt
@endthedrugwartoday
We have all the time in the world
Time enough for life
To unfold all the precious things
Love has in store
We have all the love in the world
If that's all we have you will find
We need nothing more
Every step of the way
Will find us
With the cares of the world
Far behind us
We have all the time in the world
Just for love
Nothing more, nothing less
Only love
Every step of the way
Will find us
With the cares of the world
Far behind us, yes
We have all the time in the world
Just for love
Nothing more, nothing less
Only love
Only love
@cchang950141
This song belongs to OHMSS which has rich debonair flavor. It seems not that fitting into Craig’s hard edge portrait of Bond.
@sallymullins1328
@@cchang950141 it's a lovely homage for those of us who are old enough to remember. ❤️❤️❤️😺😺
@stephenhoward6829
@@sallymullins1328 Indeed! It brought us back to a past time. I cried then, as a boy, I cried again as a man. I still have the vinyl of the OHMSS soundtrack.
@charless.sturdivant
Good Job 👏🏾👏🏾
@damianomen6077
I’m 44 and took my 18 year old daughter (who is a big James Bond fan) to see this last year ..at the end of film she looked at me with tears in her eyes and said ..”But he was my James Bond”..and I gave her a Big hug , it’s funny how a motion picture can effect people in different ways but it’s a moment I will remember with my daughter forever!
@NBSLSwim175
As a 17 year old, I agree with ur daughter. Craig was my Bond, gritty, dark, charming, everything you could want out of a Bond. “ you have all the time in the world.” Can’t imagine Bond without him
@mdrawl
How precious these moments become a thread in the fabric of who we truly are. I'm so happy for your moment.
@gregcushing1716
59 year old here,I also had tears at the end, have followed this franchise since I was small kid.
Really gonna miss Daniel Craig as 007 .😥
That's a fitting & very beautiful song to send Commander Bond off .
Beautiful song !!