Me And My Shadow
Billy May · Other Songs - Billy May
Standing on the corner feeling blue
Sweethearts out for fun
Pass me one by one
Guess I'll wind up like I always do
With only
Me and my shadow
Strolling down the avenue
Me and my shadow
Not a soul to tell our troubles to
And when it's twelve o'clock
We climb the stair
We never knock
For nobody's there
Just me and my shadow
All alone and feeling blue
When the sun sets on the far horizon
And the parlor lamps begin to glow
Jim and Jack and John
Put their slippers on
They're all set but we'restill on the go
So lonely
Me and my shadow
Strolling down the avenue
Me and my shadow
Not a soul to tell our troubles to
And when it's twelve o'clock
We climb the stair
We never knock
For nobody's there
Just me and my shadow
All alone and feeling blue.
Me And My Shadow
Billy May's recording of "Me And My Shadow" captures the playful, swinging energy that defined his approach to jazz and pop standards. Known for his work as a versatile arranger and trumpeter, May brought a distinctive rhythmic drive to this classic composition. The track exemplifies the mid-century style where instrumental flair and vocal delivery merged seamlessly, often highlighting the musician's ability to reinterpret well-known material with fresh orchestration. While the song has been covered by countless artists across decades, May's version stands as a testament to his skill in balancing traditional jazz sensibilities with the demands of the popular music market. This performance remains a notable song in his broader discography, showcasing the enduring appeal of the standard within the English-language jazz repertoire.