IT COULD HAPPEN TO YOU - Free Jazz Leadsheet
Composed by Jimmy Van Heusen with lyrics by Johnny Burke in 1944, "it could happen to you" is a romantic ballad and jazz standard renowned for its lyrical melody and rich harmonic possibilities. Its flexible phrasing makes it a favorite for both vocalists and instrumentalists.
Notable recordings by Chet Baker, Frank Sinatra, and Bill Evans showcased its melodic beauty and improvisational potential. Jazz performers often explore subtle harmonic shifts and expressive phrasing.
The song balances lyrical emotion with harmonic sophistication, making it endlessly appealing in jazz performance.