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Tag Archives: Jack Little Joe Young
“I’m Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter” – Paul McCartney (2012)
I‘m Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter” was written in 1935 by Fred E. Ahlert, with lyrics by Joe Young. It is a part of the Great American Songbook, having been recorded by many of the biggest names in … Continue reading
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“In Old Shantytown” – The Ink Spots (1959)
“In a Shanty in Old Shanty Town” was written by Ira Schuster and Jack Little with lyrics by Joe Young, published in 1932. Ted Lewis and His Band performed it in the film The Crooner also in 1932. That version was released as a single and went to #1 and stayed … Continue reading
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