"When You Wish Upon A Star” by Cliff Edwards / Glenn Miller / Guy Lombardo “And when two lovers woo, they still say I love you… the fundamental things apply, as time goes by” became even more famous when played in the hit movie Casablanca. There might be no better big-band/swing song to cut a rug to than this old-fashioned favorite. This plaintive, autobiographical song from well-known jazz singer Billie Holiday is instantly recognizable. “White Christmas” by Bing CrosbyĬrosby’s White Christmas album is the best selling Christmas song and best selling single of all time. The famous Christmas song got its start back in the 40s. "Baby It’s Cold Outside” by Johnny Mercer & Margaret Whiting / Dinah Shore & Buddy Clark This song has become a patriotic favorite for many United States citizens. “This Land is Your Land” by Woody Guthrie This peppy song includes references to soldiers, important at the time given the fact that the 40s were the height of World War II, and it influenced nearly every element of life. "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” by The Andrews Sisters The 40s featured carryovers of great jazz and swing music from the 30s, but also featured a few references to World War II and a few new genres that would grow in popularity in future decades. Remembering the old days of dances and young love certainly makes a person think about time passing. "Cheek To Cheek” by Fred Astaire / Eddy Duchin / Guy Lombardo "Smoke Gets In Your Eyes” by Paul Whiteman / Leo Reisman / Emil ColemanĪnother perfect sad and sweet song, perfect for a slow dance. This song will get quite a few people misty-eyed it’s a nostalgic hit especially when you’re missing someone. People still love Billie’s long opening notes about how in Summertime ‘the living is easy.’ 8. "Summertime” by Billie Holiday / Sidney Bechet Listening to Cab Calloway’s hit is sure to make you nostalgic for the big band days. "(Hep-Hep!) The Jumpin' Jive” by Cab Calloway The mournful crooning of an unsuccessful suitor will still move hearts decades later. This jazzy and fabulous tune has been featured in so many elements of pop culture that even those who weren’t around in the 1930s will recognize its beat. "Puttin' On The Ritz” by Harry Richman with Earl Burtnett The swing dance scene and the swing music scene all got their start in the 20s, but came to true popularity in the 30s. "It Don't Mean A Thing (If It Ain't Got That Swing)” by Duke Ellington (Ivie Anderson) / Mills Brothers During a time when few in the United States had enough money, this daydream was a welcome diversion from the hard times. The fun visuals of this song connect with the idea of money falling from the skies. "Pennies From Heaven” by many artists, including Frank Sinatra This song came to popularity as the most famous track from The Wizard of Oz. The 30s featured fun and upbeat music from the start of the jazz and swing movements around the United States, reminding people of dancing the night away. You might uncover a new favorite among these time-traveling hits. Here are just a few of the wonderful songs that turn back the clock for many of us. No matter how many new songs come out, many of us are still tied to the songs of our childhood, or of the teenage years when we went out dancing or listened to records with friends.
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