IF YOU KNOW SUSIE - Free Jazz Leadsheet

Written by Buddy DeSylva and Joseph Meyer in 1925, "if you know susie" is an upbeat, playful song with a catchy melody and humorous lyrics. Its lively character made it popular in vaudeville and early jazz recordings.

The first recording was by Eddie Cantor in New York in 1925, capturing its comedic charm. Later versions by jazz orchestras and vocalists such as Bing Crosby adapted the tune for swing and jazz settings.

The lyrics humorously describe romantic mischief and playful flirtation, while the musical structure uses a straightforward verse-chorus form with a bouncy melody, allowing for expressive timing and improvisation.