Hey There
Sarah Vaughan · Other Songs - Sarah Vaughan
You with the stars in your eyes
Love's never made a fool of you
You used to be too wise.
Hey there
You on that high-flying cloud
Though she won't throw a crumb to you
You think someday she'll come to you.
Better forget her
Her with her nose in the air
She's got you dancing on a string
Break it and she won't care
Won't you take this advice
I hand you like a brother
Or are you not seeing things too clear?
Are you too much in love to hear?
Is it all going in one ear
And out the other?
(repeat last verse)
Hey There! Hey There!
Hey There!.......
About Hey There
Sarah Vaughan's "Hey There" stands as a quintessential example of her mastery over the jazz standard, showcasing her unparalleled vocal agility and emotional depth. Recorded during the height of her career, the track exemplifies her ability to blend bebop influences with a lush, romantic sensibility that defined the mid-20th century. Vaughan's interpretation transforms the song into a sophisticated dialogue, utilizing her signature vibrato and intricate phrasing to explore themes of longing and intimacy. As a pivotal work in her discography, this recording highlights her status as a vocalist who could navigate complex harmonic structures with effortless grace. The performance captures the essence of the era's great swing and jazz clubs, where her voice served as the central instrument. "Hey There" remains a timeless testament to her artistry, demonstrating how she could elevate a familiar melody into a profound expression of human feeling through her unique tone and technical command.