A Sailboat In The Moonlight
Billie Holiday · Complete Masters 1933 - 1959 [2011]
Wouldn't that be heaven, a heaven just for two
A soft breeze on a June night and you
What a perfect setting for letting dreams come true
A chance to sail away
To Sweetheart Bay beneath the stars that shine
A chance to drift for you to lift
Your tender lips to mine
Some things dear that I long for are few
Just give me a sailboat in the moonlight and you
A chance to sail away
To Sweetheart Bay beneath the stars that shine
A chance to drift for you to lift
Your tender lips to mine
Some things dear that I long for are few
Just give me a sailboat in the moonlight and you
A Sailboat In The Moonlight
Billie Holiday's 'A Sailboat In The Moonlight' stands as a quintessential example of her mastery over the jazz standard. Recorded for her definitive complete masters collection, this track showcases her signature intimate vocal style, characterized by subtle phrasing and a hauntingly clear tone that defines the swing era. The song, a popular composition from the 1930s, was frequently featured in her live performances and studio sessions, where she transformed simple melodies into complex emotional narratives. As a staple of her discography, the recording captures the essence of her ability to reinterpret existing material, offering listeners a glimpse into her profound influence on vocal jazz and the broader canon of American music.