Clap Yo' Hands [Mono Mix][*]
Ella Fitzgerald · Other Songs - Ella Fitzgerald
Gather around, you children
And we will lose that evil spirit
Called the voodoo
Nothin' but trouble, if he has found
If he has found you, children
But you can chase the hoodoo
With the dance that you do
Let me lead the way
Jubilee today
He'll never hound you
Stamp on the ground, you children
Come on
Clap-a yo' hand, slap-a yo' thigh
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Everybody come along and join the Jubilee
Clap-a yo' hand, slap-a yo' thigh
Don t you lose time, don't you lose time
Come along; it's shake yo' shoes time
Now for you and me
On the sands of time
You are only a pebble
Remember, trouble must be treated
Just like a rebel
Send him to the Devil
Clap-a yo' hand, slap-a yo' thigh
Hallelujah! Hallelujah!
Everybody come along and join the Jubilee
Clap Yo' Hands [Mono Mix]
Ella Fitzgerald's 'Clap Yo' Hands' stands as a quintessential example of her mastery of swing and vocal improvisation. Recorded in the classic mono format, the track showcases her unparalleled ability to blend technical precision with emotional depth, a hallmark of her mid-career performances. As a staple of the Great American Songbook, the recording highlights her signature scatting and melodic phrasing, capturing the vibrant energy of the jazz era. This version serves as a testament to her enduring influence on vocal jazz, demonstrating how her unique approach to rhythm and tone could elevate a simple call-and-response structure into a sophisticated musical statement. The performance remains a cherished reference point for musicians studying the art of vocal improvisation and swing rhythm.