Eeny Meeny Miney Mo
Billie Holiday · Complete Masters 1933 - 1959 [2011]
Catch your troubles by the toe
If it hollers let it go
Let it fly away
Eeny meeny miney mo
It's the sayin' high and low
Hear it everywhere you go
Any time a day
Big Ben rings it
Vallee sings it
Whitewood swings it
Even Mr. Crosby bings it
Eeny meeny miney mo
Catch your troubles by the toe
If it hollers let it go
Let it fly away
Eeny Meeny Miney Mo
Billie Holiday's rendition of 'Eeny Meeny Miney Mo' stands as a testament to her mastery of vocal improvisation and rhythmic nuance. While the song's lyrics are simple, Holiday transforms it into a complex jazz statement, utilizing her signature crooning style to weave a narrative of playful mischief. Recorded for the 'Complete Masters 1933 - 1959' collection, this track exemplifies her ability to elevate children's rhymes into sophisticated musical performances. Her interpretation showcases the swing and emotional depth characteristic of the Great American Songbook era, demonstrating how she could infuse even the most basic material with profound artistic expression and technical brilliance.