It Could Happen To You
Louis Prima · Other Songs - Louis Prima
Hide your heart from sight,
Lock your dreams at night,
It could happen to you.
Don't count stars
Or you might stumble,
Someone drops a sigh
And down you tumble,
Keep an eye on spring,
Run when church bells ring.
It could happen to you
All I did was wonder
How your arms would be
And it happened to me
Lock your dreams at night,
It could happen to you.
Don't count stars
Or you might stumble,
Someone drops a sigh
And down you tumble,
Keep an eye on spring,
Run when church bells ring.
It could happen to you
All I did was wonder
How your arms would be
And it happened to me
It Could Happen To You - Louis Prima
Louis Prima's 1944 recording of 'It Could Happen To You' captures the vibrant energy of swing era New Orleans jazz. As a defining track from his extensive discography, the song showcases Prima's signature style, blending upbeat brass arrangements with his distinctive vocal delivery. The piece celebrates the enduring popularity of the standard, which was written by Hoagy Carmichael and Ned Washington. Prima's interpretation remains a quintessential example of the genre's ability to transform a classic composition into a lively, danceable anthem. His performance exemplifies the rhythmic drive and improvisational flair that characterized his body of work during the mid-20th century.