TIME ON MY HANDS - Free Jazz Leadsheet

“time on my hands” was composed by Vincent Youmans with lyrics by Harold Adamson and Mack Gordon, first introduced in the 1930 Broadway musical Smiles. The song quickly became part of the popular repertoire.

Early recordings were made by Bing Crosby and Art Tatum. The lyrics reflect the emotional weight of loneliness and idle time after love is lost. Structurally, it follows an AABA form, with a lyrical melody and harmonies suitable for both vocal and jazz instrumental performances.