HE AIN'T GOT RHYTHM - Free Jazz Leadsheet

he ain't got rhythm was composed by Irene Higginbotham, Sammy Mysels, and Roy Milton in 1937. The tune became a lively showcase for swing bands, combining catchy melody with rhythmic playfulness.

The first recording was by Ella Fitzgerald in New York City, 1937, featuring vocal improvisation and buoyant accompaniment. Structurally, it follows a 32-bar AABA pattern with syncopation and space for instrumental fills.

Later renditions by jazz vocalists and ensembles highlighted its energetic swing feel. Lyrically, it humorously comments on someone’s lack of dance ability, adding charm and wit to performances.