SOMEBODY ELSE IS TAKING MY PLACE - Free Jazz Leadsheet

somebody else is taking my place, composed by Kim Gannon and Larry Coleman in 1950, is a heartfelt country-tinged jazz ballad that blends narrative lyricism with smooth melodic lines. The song’s emotional directness has made it appealing to both jazz and pop vocalists.

Hank Williams was among the first to popularize the song in 1950, recording it in Nashville. Later versions by artists such as Kay Starr and Nat King Cole highlighted its versatility across genres and vocal styles.

The lyrics convey themes of heartache, jealousy, and romantic loss. Musically, it employs a standard 32-bar AABA form, often performed with subtle swing or slow ballad phrasing to emphasize its narrative quality.