Oh, What A Beautiful Morning
Paul Motian · Other Songs - Paul Motian
There's a bright golden haze on the meadow,
The corn is as high as an elephants eye,
An' it looks like it's climbing clear up in the sky.
Oh, what a beautiful mornin',
Oh, what a beautiful day.
I got a beautiful feelin'
Ev'erything's goin' my way.
All the cattle are standin' like statues,
All the cattle are standin' like statues,
They don't turn their heads as they see me ride by,
But a little brown mav'rick is winkin' her eye.
Oh, what a beautiful mornin',
Oh, what a beautiful day.
I got a beautiful feelin'
Ev'erything's goin' my way.
All the sounds of the earth are like music
All the sounds of the earth are like music
The breeze is so busy it don't miss a tree
And an old weepin' willer is laughin' at me
Oh, what a beautiful mornin',
Oh, what a beautiful day.
I got a beautiful feelin'
Ev'erything's goin' my way.
Oh, What A Beautiful Morning
Paul Motian's 'Oh, What A Beautiful Morning' stands as a quintessential example of his mastery within the hard bop and jazz fusion genres. Recorded during the late 1960s, the track showcases Motian's signature approach as a drummer, blending rhythmic complexity with melodic sensitivity that defined his era. While often associated with the electric jazz movement of the time, the recording captures a moment where Motian's unique voice as a percussionist intersected with the evolving sounds of the period. The song reflects the collaborative spirit of Motian's discography, featuring his distinctive interplay that influenced countless subsequent jazz recordings. It remains a testament to his ability to craft compelling, groove-oriented compositions that balanced technical prowess with emotional depth, solidifying his reputation as a pivotal figure in modern jazz drumming.