Jack Hylton was born in Bolton on 2nd July 1892. He came from a working class background and, as a boy, would accompany his father on the piano when he sang in clubs. He also performed at an early age as the "Singing Mill-Boy" and as a relief pianist for various bands.
His early career was as a relief pianist in the 400 club and with the Stroud Haxton Band. After the first world war he went on to play with the Queen's Dance Orchestra where he wrote arrangements of popular songs and had them recorded under the label 'Directed by Jack Hylton.' He went on from here to form his own band.
The band started recording under Jack Hylton's name in 1923. Jack became a respected band leader and was in great demand, so much so that he had to provide bands simultaneously in various locations under his own name. In the 1920s (Babyin' You 1926) the band developed into an orchestra and had a busy schedule. It toured America and Europe and continued until the 1940s when the orchestra disbanded due to members being called up for war service. Jack was also director of the DECCA record label. All Of Me (Decca Recording)
At this point Jack Hylton's career was already moving towards that of an impresario discovering new stars and managing radio, film and theatre productions from Ballets to Circuses. His productions dominated the London theatres with such productions as "The Merry Widow", "Kiss Me Kate" and "Kismet".
When I'm calling you (from the musical Rose Marie).
Some of the stars he managed, appeared in his productions or discovered were Shirley Bassey, Maurice Chevalier, Ernie Wise, Eric Morecambe, Arthur Askey, the Crazy Gang, George Formby, Diana Dors, Thora Hird, Liberace, Noel Gordon, Sid James, Rosalinda Neri to name but a few.
Run Rabbit Run. (A recording by Sid Buckman and Arthur Askey)
Jack later went on to work in TV as the Advisor of Light Entertainment for the new ITV channel. He worked in this role until 1959 and was producing stage productions at the same time. Here he was able to promote his stage discoveries on the television as TV stars. He was instrumental in organising various Royal Command Performances and continued supporting theatre productions until his final stage production "Camelot" in 1965.
Georgia On My Mind
jack hylton & his orchestra Lyrics
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Georgia, the whole day through
Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia
On my mind
Georgia, a song of you
Comes as sweet and clean as moonlight
Through the pines
Other arms reach out to me
Other eyes smile tenderly
Still in peaceful dreams I see
The roads leads back to you
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 roads leads back to you
Georgia, no peace I find
Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia
On my mind
Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia
On my mind
The song "Georgia on My Mind" was originally written in 1930 by Hoagy Carmichael and Stuart Gorrell. It was made famous by Ray Charles in 1960, but this particular version was recorded by Jack Hylton & His Orchestra in 1930. The song is a tribute to the state of Georgia, and the lyrics describe a deep longing and affection for the land and its people.
The first verse begins with the line "Georgia, the whole day through", which sets a wistful tone for the rest of the song. The singer is clearly preoccupied with thoughts of Georgia, and a sweet old song reminds them of the state throughout the day. The second verse talks about how the memory of Georgia is as sweet and clean as moonlight through the pines, suggesting a deep connection to the natural beauty of the state.
Throughout the song, the singer mentions other people reaching out to them, but the roads always lead back to Georgia. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for how Georgia is the singer's true home and the only place where they feel truly at peace. The repetition of the line "Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind" emphasizes the singer's longing and attachment to the state.
Overall, "Georgia on My Mind" is a nostalgic and sentimental tribute to the state of Georgia and the memories and emotions it evokes for the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
Georgia
The state of Georgia, in the southern United States.
Georgia, the whole day through
I am thinking of Georgia constantly throughout the day.
Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind
I can't get Georgia out of my head, especially when I hear this particular song.
Georgia, a song of you
This song is about you, Georgia.
Comes as sweet and clean as moonlight through the pines
The song is beautiful and pure, like the moonlight filtering through pine trees.
Other arms reach out to me
Other people try to comfort me or offer support.
Other eyes smile tenderly
People try to show me kindness or affection.
Still in peaceful dreams I see the road leads back to you
Even when I'm sleeping, I dream of Georgia and the road that will take me there.
Georgia, no peace I find
Without being in Georgia, I am not at ease or content.
Just an old sweet song keeps Georgia on my mind
The song keeps reminding me of Georgia and I can't stop thinking about it.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Hoagy Carmichael, Stuart Gorell
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chaskenny
The definitive recording of this song. Nat's vocal is perfect.
loris711
That's Al Bowlly on the guitar introducing the piece and accompanying Nat. Once again, the video works beautifully with the music. Thanks!
ziggy swartz
About late 30's, England? Nice old tune, nicely played, and the video was pleasant to watch- I wonder where all those lovely young ladies are today? And how many survived the war.
Martin Harman
Was this a film of a training school for the Land Army who recruited girls to work on farms at the outbreak of WWII to replace male farm workers who'd been called up into the armed services?
gf1001
Nice song vocals a little flat to my ears, The Billy Cotton version is superior in quality, buy eh each to his own thanks for posting love Roy Fox, but not every record.