AIN'T CHA GLAD - Free Jazz Leadsheet

Composed by Fats Waller and Harry Brooks in 1929, 'Ain’t Cha Glad' was first recorded by Waller in New York, capturing his exuberant, playful style and signature stride piano accompaniment.

The song has been performed by various jazz and swing artists over the decades, often highlighting the conversational interplay between melody and rhythm. Its lyrics celebrate joy and humor in everyday life, delivered with Waller’s characteristic charm.

Musically, it follows a 32-bar AABA pattern with syncopated rhythms and a catchy, singable melody, making it ideal for both vocal interpretation and instrumental improvisation.