I CAN'T BELIEVE THAT YOU'RE IN LOVE - Free Jazz Leadsheet

"i can't believe that you're in love," written by Jimmy McHugh and Clarence Gaskill in 1938, explores the surprise and wonder of unexpected romance. Its lyrics convey joy mixed with disbelief, capturing the exhilaration of new love.

The first recording was by Helen Ward with Benny Goodman and His Orchestra in New York, 1938, featuring a smooth swing rhythm and lyrical phrasing that highlighted both melody and sentiment. Its AABA form provides room for improvisational interplay between vocalist and ensemble.

Subsequent recordings by jazz vocalists and small groups emphasized melodic expression and timing, making the song a versatile standard for both vocalists and instrumentalists.