Mood Indigo

Sarah Vaughan · Other Songs - Sarah Vaughan

You ain't never been blue; no, no, no,

You ain't never been blue,

Till you've had that mood indigo.

That feelin' goes stealin' down to my shoes

While I just sit here and sigh, "Go 'long blues".

I always get that mood indigo,

Since my baby said goodbye.

And in the evenin' when the lights are low,

I'm so lonely I could cry.

'Cause there's nobody who cares about me,

I'm just a poor fool that's bluer than blue can be.

When I get that mood indigo,

I could lay me down and die.

You ain't never been blue; no, no, no,

You ain't never been blue,

Till you've had that mood indigo.

That feelin' goes stealin' down to my shoes

While I just sit here and sigh, "Go 'long blues".

Mood Indigo - Sarah Vaughan

Sarah Vaughan's rendition of 'Mood Indigo' stands as a definitive example of her mastery over the jazz standard. Recorded in the mid-1950s, the track showcases her unparalleled vocal agility and emotional depth, transforming a song originally written by George and Ira Gershwin for the film 'An American in Paris' into a soaring statement of personal freedom. Vaughan's interpretation is characterized by her signature vibrato and fluid phrasing, which navigate the song's melancholic yet liberating themes with remarkable nuance. As a cornerstone of her discography, this recording highlights her ability to blend classical technique with the improvisational spirit of jazz, cementing her status as one of the most influential vocalists of her era.