Composer

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Fats Waller

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Keyboard

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Song: Popular

Compose Date

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1929

Average_duration

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3:10

'Ain't Misbehavin'' is a jazz standard composed by Fats Waller in 1929. The song was first performed by Waller himself and quickly became a hit, reaching number one on the charts. The song has since been covered by numerous artists and has become a staple in the jazz repertoire. The song is composed in the key of F major and features a 32-bar AABA form. The melody is characterized by its playful and upbeat nature, with a swinging rhythm and syncopated accents. The lyrics, written by Andy Razaf, describe a carefree attitude towards life and love, with lines such as "No one to talk with, all by myself / No one to walk with, but I'm happy on the shelf." The song's title and lyrics have become synonymous with Waller's larger-than-life personality and his reputation as a party animal. The song's popularity helped to establish Waller as one of the most influential jazz musicians of his time. 'Ain't Misbehavin'' was first performed as part of the Broadway musical revue Hot Chocolates in 1929. The show featured an all-black cast and was one of the first Broadway productions to showcase African American talent. The song was performed by Waller and his band, the Hot Chocolates, and quickly became the show's most popular number. The success of 'Ain't Misbehavin'' led to Waller's own recording of the song, which was released in 1931. The recording features Waller on piano and vocals, accompanied by his band. The song's popularity helped to establish Waller as a major recording artist and cemented his place in jazz history. 'Ain't Misbehavin'' has since become a jazz standard, with countless covers and adaptations by artists such as Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, and Nat King Cole. The song's catchy melody and playful lyrics continue to captivate audiences and inspire new generations of jazz musicians.

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