George Gershwin and Ira Gershwin created this standard in 1926 for the musical "Oh, Kay!" The song became one of the most recorded compositions of the 20th century, recorded by everyone from Ella Fitzgerald to Frank Sinatra. Its enduring popularity stems from the brothers' gift for melody and lyrical warmth.
The piece captures a moment of tender vulnerability that resonates across generations. Ira's lyrics about finding comfort in companionship pair perfectly with George's sophisticated yet approachable harmonic language, making it equally at home in jazz clubs, concert halls, and living room practice sessions.