TO EACH HIS OWN - Free Jazz Leadsheet

“to each his own” is a song with music by Jay Livingston and lyrics by Ray Evans, first published in 1946. The song was introduced in the film of the same name and quickly became a popular hit.

The first major commercial recording was made on April 16, 1946 by Eddy Howard and His Orchestra. That same year, several other versions charted, including those by Freddy Martin & His Orchestra, Tony Martin, The Modernaires, and The Ink Spots. The lyrics communicate a universal sentiment of self‑acceptance, understanding that each person’s path in love or life is unique. The melody is straightforward and emotionally warm, backed by traditional popular‑song harmonic structures, making it accessible for both vocal performances and orchestral arrangements.