It Happened Again
Sarah Vaughan · Other Songs - Sarah Vaughan
I saw him again
And I got that feeling again
He touched me again
He kissed me again
And my lips were trembling again
He smiled his magic smile
And in a little while
[CHORUS]
That old familiar yen
Came back again
We kissed and then
It happened again
I love him again
And I'll never leave him again
[Repeat CHORUS]
No I'll never leave him again
About It Happened Again
Sarah Vaughan's "It Happened Again" stands as a testament to her unparalleled mastery of jazz vocal improvisation and emotional depth. Recorded during the height of her career, the track showcases her ability to blend smooth phrasing with fiery intensity, a hallmark of her style that defined the mid-20th century. The song reflects the sophisticated interplay between voice and piano that characterized her recordings, where she often took the lead in dictating the musical direction rather than simply accompanying the melody. Vaughan's interpretation transforms a standard composition into a deeply personal narrative, highlighting her unique capacity to convey complex feelings through subtle tonal shifts and rhythmic flexibility. This recording remains a significant example of her contribution to the jazz repertoire, illustrating how she could elevate existing material into something entirely new through her distinctive artistry.