Sweet Lorraine
George Shearing · Other Songs - George Shearing
Can't believe it yet, but it's true,
I'll give you just one guess,
My sweet Lorraine said "Yes;"
Waiting for the time, soon to be,
When the bells will chime merrily,
(I'm so happy,)When it's raining I don't miss the sun,
For it's in my sweeties smile,
Just think that I'm the lucky one
Who will lend her down the aisle;
Each night I pray
That nobody steals her heart away,
Just can't wait until that happy day,
When I mary sweet Lorraine.
Ev'rything is set, skies are blue,
Can't believe it yet, but it's true,
I'll give you just one guess,
My sweet Lorraine said "Yes;"
Waiting for the time, soon to be,
When the bells will chime merrily,
(I'm so happy,)When it's raining I don't miss the sun,
For it's in my sweeties smile,
Just think that I'm the lucky one
Who will lend her down the aisle;
Each night I pray
That nobody steals her heart away,
Just can't wait until that happy day,
When I marry sweet Lorraine.
Sweet Lorraine
George Shearing's 'Sweet Lorraine' stands as a quintessential example of his sophisticated jazz piano style, characterized by intricate contrapuntal textures and a refined melodic approach. Recorded during the mid-20th century, the piece exemplifies the cool jazz aesthetic that defined Shearing's career, blending complex harmonic progressions with a smooth, rhythmic flow. As a staple of his discography, the track has been widely recognized for its technical mastery and its ability to evoke a sense of elegant melancholy. The composition remains a significant work within the broader landscape of American jazz, frequently performed by pianists and ensembles who seek to emulate Shearing's unique voice and compositional depth.