How Deep Is The Ocean

Louis Prima · Other Songs - Louis Prima

How much do I love you?

I'll tell you no lie

How deep is the ocean?

How high is the sky?

How many times in a day

Do I think of you?

How many roses are

Sprinkled with dew?



How far would I travel

Just to be where you are?

How far is the journey

From here to a star?

And if I ever lost you

How much would I cry?

How deep is the ocean?

How high is the sky?

How Deep Is The Ocean

Louis Prima's "How Deep Is The Ocean" stands as a vibrant testament to his mastery of the swing era, blending jazz improvisation with the infectious energy of his signature brass ensemble. Recorded during the height of his career, the track exemplifies Prima's ability to fuse traditional jazz structures with a rhythmic drive that defined big band performance in the 1940s. The composition showcases his virtuosic trumpet playing and the ensemble's tight coordination, creating a sound that was both sophisticated and accessible to a wide audience. As a staple of his discography, the recording captures the optimistic spirit and musical innovation that made Louis Prima a central figure in American popular music history.