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Isham Jones was the leader of one of America's most popular dance bands in the first half of the 20th century, between the two World Wars. His remarkable string of chart-topping compositions between 1922 and 1925, in collaboration with lyricist Gus Kahn , and later with Charles Newman, included eight number 1 records, an unequaled ...
"It Had to Be You" is a popular song composed by Isham Jones, with lyrics by Gus Kahn. It was published on May 9, 1924 () by Jerome H. Remick & Co. of New York.
- American Dance Music
17 set 2023 · The song “It Had to Be You” holds a special place in the hearts of music enthusiasts, as it has become a timeless classic loved by many. Written by Isham Jones, this beautiful melody has touched countless souls over the years.
While it is true that Jones’s was not a jazz ensemble, some hot performances notwithstanding, Jones speaks of his music as jazz in the previously mentioned Melody article. If Jones rejected the term “jazz” and embraced “American Dance Music,” it happened around 1924.
TitleRecording DateRecording LocationCompanyA Little Street Where Old Friends Meet ...10-13-1932New York, New YorkVictor 24161After The Rain (Kahn / Sizemore / ...3-1-1922Chicago, IllinoisBrunswick 2243-AAfter The Storm (Nelson)4-25-1924Chicago, IllinoisBrunswick 2614-BAggravatin’ Papa (Roy Turk / J. Russel ...1-2-1923New York, New YorkBrunswick 2400-B"I'll See You in My Dreams" is a popular song and jazz standard, composed by Isham Jones, with lyrics by Gus Kahn, and published in 1924. It was recorded on December 4 that year, by Isham Jones conducting Ray Miller's Orchestra.
It Had to Be You Lyrics: (Verse) / Why do I do just as you say? / Why must I just give you your way? / Why do I sigh / Why don't I try / To forget? / It must have been that something lovers call...
6 set 2023 · Interestingly, the most successful version of the song is Isham Jones’ instrumental recording. Jones took it to #1, as he did eight times total, including with “On the Alamo,” “Swingin’ Down the Lane,” “Spain” and “I’ll See You in My Dreams.”
