Of Thee I Sing
Ella Fitzgerald · Other Songs - Ella Fitzgerald
From north to south, from east to west
You are the love, I love the best
You're the dreamboat in the sweetest story ever told
A dream I sought, both night and day
For years through all, the U.S.A.
The star I hitched my wagon to
Is very obviously you
Of thee I sing, baby
Summer, autumn, winter, spring, baby.
You're my silver lining,
You're my sky of blue
There's a lovelight shining
Just because of you.
Of thee I sing, baby,
You have got that certain thing, baby
Shining star and inspiration
Worthy of a mighty nation,
Of thee I sing.
Of thee I sing, baby,
You have got that certain thing, baby
Shining star and inspiration
Worthy of a mighty nation,
Of thee I sing.
Of Thee I Sing - Ella Fitzgerald
Ella Fitzgerald delivers a masterful vocal performance of 'Of Thee I Sing,' a song famously associated with the 1929 musical of the same name. While the original work predates her career, Fitzgerald's rendition exemplifies her signature scatting and melodic improvisation, showcasing her unparalleled ability to transform a theatrical number into a jazz standard. The recording highlights her technical precision and emotional depth, characteristic of her mid-career work where she bridged the gap between big band arrangements and solo jazz interpretation. This track remains a testament to her status as one of the greatest jazz vocalists of the 20th century, capturing the spirit of swing and the improvisational freedom that defined her discography.