Moanin' Low

Moanin' Low is a popular torch song. The music was written by Ralph Rainger; the lyrics by Howard Dietz. The song was published in 1929 and was introduced that same year in the musical revue The Little Show by Libby Holman becoming a hit[1] and Holman's signature song. A recording by The Charleston Chasers (vocal by Eva Taylor) was also popular in 1929.[2]

Since its publication, the song has become a popular jazz standard.

Selected recordings

Film appearances

See also

References

  1. Whitburn, Joel (1986). Joel Whitburn's Pop Memories 1890-1954. Wisconsin, USA: Record Research Inc. p. 216. ISBN 0-89820-083-0.
  2. Whitburn, Joel (1986). Joel Whitburn's Pop Memories 1890-1954. Wisconsin, USA: Record Research Inc. p. 81. ISBN 0-89820-083-0.
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