Eldridge was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His nickname was Little Jazz. Eldridge played in the bands of Fletcher Henderson, Gene Krupa and Artie Shaw before making records under his own name. He also played in Benny Goodman's and Count Basie's Orchestras, and co-led a band with Coleman Hawkins.
Farewell Blues
Roy Eldridge Lyrics
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I've come to say goodbye,
Altho' I go, I've got those farewell blues.
Those farewell blues make me yearn,
That parting kiss seems to burn.
Farewell, dearie, Someday I will return.
Dreaming of you is sweet,
Someday again we'll meet.
The lyrics of Roy Eldridge's Farewell Blues talk about the feelings of sadness and longing that come with saying goodbye to a loved one. The singer expresses how these farewell blues make them sigh and yearn, especially the memories of the passionate goodbye kiss that seems to be still burning in their heart. The singer asserts that even though they are leaving, they promise to return someday, believing that dreaming about their loved one will keep the connection between them alive until they meet again.
The lyrics of Farewell Blues are a poignant reflection of the bittersweet emotions that arise when two people who care for each other have to part for some time. The imagery of a farewell kiss that leaves a lasting impression perfectly captures the conflicting emotions of saying goodbye while still holding onto the hope of a future reunion. The song also reflects the universality of this experience, as anyone who has had to say goodbye to someone they love can relate to these sentiments.
Line by Line Meaning
Sadness just makes me sigh,
The feeling of sadness I'm experiencing right now is causing me to let out a deep sigh.
I've come to say goodbye,
The reason for my presence is to bid a farewell.
Altho' I go, I've got those farewell blues.
Even though I am departing, I am still struggling with the sadness of leaving, known as farewell blues.
Those farewell blues make me yearn,
The emotions brought on by these farewell blues make me yearn for things I will miss.
That parting kiss seems to burn.
The memory of our final kiss is still very strong and remains to have an intense effect on me.
Farewell, dearie, Someday I will return.
Farewell, my dear, but take comfort in the fact that I will come back to you one day.
Dreaming of you is sweet,
When I dream about you, it brings me happiness and peace.
Someday again we'll meet.
I am certain that we will cross paths once again in the future.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Paul Mares, Leon Rappolo, Elmer Schoebel
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Eleisa Trampler
Joe said he always wished he'd recorded more with Roy whom he nicknamed "Leather Lips". Joe is at his best here in terms of technique and tone. He was an absolute master of the clarinet and the more I listen the more I understand why he was considered among the best of the clarinetists of his day.
Goblintrain
Roy is a perfect embodiment of the passion & soul of the trumpet -in his playing. Roy is a lot more than trumpet, but trumpet is Roy!
Paul Martin
What an absolute ripper!
MrJimmienoone
All musicians are at their best here. But I think Sid Weiss deserves special praise for his masterful performance.
Daniel Weinstein
@MrJimmienoone I interviewed Sid when I was in college. He was rather bitter at not having been remembered more.
Ray Sherman
I KNOW!