I GOT PLENTY O'NUTTIN' - Free Jazz Leadsheet

Composed by George Gershwin with lyrics by Ira Gershwin and DuBose Heyward in 1935 for "porgy and bess," "i got plenty o'nuttin'" celebrates contentment and joy in simple living. Its lyrics mix optimism and humor, reflecting a sense of fulfillment despite poverty.

The first recording, by the original Broadway cast in New York, 1935, showcased expressive vocal delivery and rhythmic phrasing. Its melody blends blues influences with folk sensibility, offering room for improvisation.

Subsequent performances by jazz vocalists and ensembles maintained its joyful spirit, emphasizing both lyrical charm and melodic inventiveness.