East Of The Sun
Sarah Vaughan With Dizzy Gillespie And His Orchestra Lyrics

The lyrics to Sarah Vaughan's "East of the Sun" express a promise to build a dream house of love with the person she loves, and to live together in a lovely way under the sun and moon’s warmth and light. The two lovers will share their love in the pale moonlight, creating a beautiful and romantic atmosphere. Together, they will find harmony in life and a lovely tune among the stars.

The chorus of the song ("East of the sun and west of the moon") refers to a Norwegian fairy tale that tells the story of a prince who marries a white bear who turns out to be a beautiful princess under a spell. The phrase symbolizes the idea of an impossible, far-off place that brings a sense of romanticism and adventure to the lyrics. The song also suggests that love can be enduring, and that it does not have to fade away over time- it can last forever and a day if both partners work to keep it alive.

"East of the Sun" was written by the Danish songwriter and pianist, Brooks Bowman, who died tragically at the age of 23 after being hit by a truck. Despite his young age, Bowman was a prolific songwriter, and he wrote many tunes that became jazz standards. The song was first recorded by the Tommy Dorsey Orchestra in 1934 and has since been covered by numerous artists, including Lee Wiley, Billie Holiday, and Diana Krall. The song's popularity continues to this day, and it remains a beloved jazz standard.