I'm Getting Sentimental Over You

Oscar Peterson · Other Songs - Oscar Peterson

Never thought I'd fall,

But now I hear love call,

I'm getting sentimental over you



Things you say and do,

Just thrill me through and through,

I'm getting sentimental over you.



I thought I was happy,

I could live without love

Now I must admit,

Love is all I'm thinking of



Won't you please be kind,

And just make up your mind

That you'll be sweet & gentle,

Be gentle with me

Because I'm sentimental over you

I'm Getting Sentimental Over You - Oscar Peterson

Oscar Peterson's rendition of 'I'm Getting Sentimental Over You' exemplifies his mastery of the electric piano within the hard bop and jazz fusion genres. Recorded during the mid-to-late 1960s, the track showcases Peterson's virtuosic technique, characterized by rapid arpeggios and a driving rhythmic pulse that defines his solo career. The composition, a standard from the Great American Songbook, is transformed here into a dynamic performance that highlights the interplay between the instrument and the rhythm section. Peterson's approach prioritizes technical precision and improvisational flair, creating a sound that was influential in shaping the trajectory of electric piano jazz. This recording stands as a testament to his ability to reinterpret classic material with modern energy, cementing his legacy as one of the most celebrated pianists of his era.