Stardust
Nat King Cole · Other Songs - Nat King Cole
Steals across the meadows of my heart
high up in the sky the little stars climb
Always reminding me that we're apart
You wanderd down the lane and far away
Leaving me a song that will not die
Love is now the stardust of yesterday
The music of the years gone by.
Sometimes I wonder why I spend
The lonely nights, Dreaming of a song
the melody haunts my reverie
And I am once again with you
When our love was new
And each kiss an inspiration
but that was long ago
Now my consolation
Is in the stardust of a song
Beside a garden wall
when stars are bright
You are in my arms
The nightingale tells his fairy tale
A paradise where roses grew
Though I dream in vain
In my heart it will remain
my stardust melody
The memory of love's refrain.
Stardust - Nat King Cole
Nat King Cole's rendition of 'Stardust' stands as a definitive example of mid-century jazz and pop fusion. Originally composed by Hoagy Carmichael and Hughie Prince in 1927, the song became a cornerstone of Cole's discography, showcasing his unparalleled vocal control and sophisticated phrasing. Cole's recording captures the song's melancholic yet romantic essence, blending smooth balladry with the rhythmic complexity of swing music. As one of the most recorded versions in history, it exemplifies the artist's ability to transform classical standards into accessible, emotionally resonant pop music. The track remains a staple of the Great American Songbook, illustrating Cole's enduring influence on vocal jazz and his mastery of emotional nuance within a polished studio production.