The Tennessee Waltz
“The Tennessee Waltz” is a classic American song with music composed by Redd Stewart and lyrics by Pee Wee King. It was written in 1946 and has since become a well-known and enduring standard in American music.
The lyrics of “The Tennessee Waltz” convey a sense of nostalgia and heartbreak. The song tells the story of someone who recalls dancing the waltz with their love in Tennessee but is now heartbroken because their partner has left them for someone else. The opening lines, “I was waltzing with my darling to the Tennessee Waltz, when an old friend I happened to see,” set the tone for a song filled with a sense of melancholy and lost love.
“The Tennessee Waltz” has been widely recorded and performed by numerous artists in different musical styles, including country, traditional pop, and jazz. Notable versions include those by Patti Page, Sam Cooke, and Norah Jones, among many others.
The song’s beautiful melody and poignant lyrics have made it a favorite for vocalists and audiences alike. “The Tennessee Waltz” remains a timeless and cherished piece of American music, known for its ability to convey the theme of heartbreak and lost love.