I REMEMBER YOU - Free Jazz Leadsheet
Written by Victor Schertzinger with lyrics by Johnny Mercer in 1941, "i remember you" was first recorded by Dick Todd. The song combines lyrical elegance with a tender sense of nostalgia, quickly becoming a favorite in the swing and pop repertoire.
The lyrics reflect on love and memory, invoking warmth and sentimentality. Its melody is smooth and flowing, supported by a harmonic structure that encourages both expressive singing and instrumental interpretation.
Notable recordings by Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, and Chet Baker have ensured the song's longevity, demonstrating its adaptability across both vocal and instrumental jazz contexts.