I'LL NEVER SAY NEVER AGAIN - Free Jazz Leadsheet
Composed by Harry Warren with lyrics by Mack Gordon in 1935, "i'll never say never again" was first recorded by Hal Kemp and his Orchestra. The song is notable for its playful lyrics and approachable melodic lines, appealing to both vocalists and jazz ensembles.
The lyrics explore themes of reconciliation and romantic persistence, matched with a lively, swinging melody. Its harmonic structure provides flexibility for improvisation while maintaining clarity in phrasing.
Later recordings by Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald, and contemporary jazz performers have preserved its charm, emphasizing both lyrical wit and musical elegance.