Perdido
Sarah Vaughan · Shulie A Bop [2007]
I lost it way down in Torido
While chancing a dance fiesta
Bolero, he glanced as I danced the Bolero
He said taking off his sombrero: 'Let's meet for a sweet fietsa'
High was the sun when we first came close
Low was the moon when we said adios
Perdido, since then has my heart been perdido
I know I must go to Torido, that yearning to lose perdido
I look for my heart it's perdido
I lost it way down in Torido
He glanced as I danced the Bolero
He smiled as he tipped his sombrero
High was the moon when we first came close
Low was the moon when we said adios
Since then has my heart been perdido
I must go to Torido, that yearning telude
Perdido oeoeoeoe Perdido oeoeoeoe Perdido
The day the fiesta started
Perdido oeoeoeoe Perdido oeoeoeoe Perdido
That's when my heart departed
It's perdido!
About Perdido
Sarah Vaughan's "Perdido" stands as a testament to her unparalleled mastery of jazz vocal improvisation and emotional depth. Recorded for the compilation *Shulie A Bop*, this track exemplifies her ability to blend swing with a soulful, almost operatic delivery that defined her career. Vaughan's interpretation transforms the song into a personal narrative, showcasing her signature phrasing and dynamic range that set her apart from her contemporaries. As a pivotal figure in the jazz genre, her work on this recording highlights her commitment to artistic integrity and her unique capacity to convey complex feelings through melody alone. The track remains a cherished example of her discography, illustrating why she is revered as one of the most influential vocalists in American music history.