'Round Midnight (Alternate) Lyrics
Thelonious Monk
Lyrics
It begins to tell 'round midnight
'Round midnight
I do pretty well 'til after sundown
Suppertime I'm feeling sad
But it really gets bad 'round midnight
Memories always start 'round midnight
'Round midnight
Haven't got the heart to stand those memories
When my heart is still with you
And old midnight knows it too
When some quarrel we had needs mending
Does it mean that our love is ending
Darling I need you
Lately I find
You're out of my arms
Let our love take wing some midnight
'Round midnight
Let the angels sing
For your returning
Let our love be safe and sound
When old midnight comes around
Let our love take wing some midnight
'Round midnight
Let the angels sing
For your returning
Let our love be safe and sound
When old midnight comes around
Song & Lyrics Facts
Thelonious Monk's 'Round Midnight (Alternate) was released in 1957 on the album Thelonious Monk Plays. Written by Thelonious Monk and Cootie Williams, this song features a full band with John Coltrane on saxophone, Wilbur Ware on bass, Shadow Wilson on drums and Thelonious Monk himself on piano.
This alternate take of 'Round Midnight is an upbeat jazz piece that showcases Monk's unique musical style. Its catchy melody and playful lyrics make for an enjoyable listening experience.