I'LL CLOSE MY EYES - Free Jazz Leadsheet

Composed by Billy Reid in 1939, "i'll close my eyes" was first recorded by Buddy Clark and became widely popular for its romantic lyricism and smooth melodic line. The song blends lyrical intimacy with harmonic flexibility, appealing to both vocalists and jazz instrumentalists.

The lyrics explore themes of love, trust, and emotional vulnerability, delivered through a tender melody. Structurally, the song is suited to both ballad and mid-tempo swing interpretations, offering space for improvisation.

Subsequent recordings by Billie Holiday, Nat King Cole, and contemporary jazz performers have maintained its appeal, emphasizing both lyrical and musical expressiveness.