Emaline
Tommy Dorsey · Other Songs - Tommy Dorsey
It's a lovely night, Emaline, to meander with me,
Have you told your friends,
Have you told your people, Emaline?
Hurry up and write them a line
'Bout a weddin' to be,
In the church there's an old bell ringer,
Just waitin' for the time when I place a ring around your finger,
makin' you mine,
All I do is pray for that Sunday mornin' sun to shine,
When I promenade down the line
Emaline
Tommy Dorsey's 'Emaline' stands as a testament to the enduring power of the swing era. As the leader of one of the most influential big bands in American history, Dorsey was renowned for his smooth, lyrical trombone playing and his ability to craft recordings that balanced technical precision with emotional warmth. This track exemplifies the polished sound that defined his catalogue, showcasing the tight ensemble work and melodic clarity that earned him the title of the Sentimental Gentleman of Swing. While specific details of this particular recording vary across different sessions, the song remains a cherished piece within his extensive body of work. It reflects the sophisticated arrangements and vocal harmonies that made Dorsey's orchestra a staple of radio and dance halls throughout the 1930s and 1940s, securing his legacy as a master of orchestral pop and jazz.