Don't Get Around Much Anymore - Bing Crosby -

The song's lyrics depict a "jilted lover" who chooses to stay home rather than face the memories of a former partner at social gatherings like the "Saturday dance".

"Don't Get Around Much Anymore" is a jazz standard famously covered by . Originally composed by Duke Ellington as an instrumental titled "Never No Lament" in 1940, it gained its iconic title and lyrics when Bob Russell added them in 1942. Key Recordings by Bing Crosby Don't Get Around Much Anymore - Bing Crosby

While the lyrics focus on heartbreak, the song's 1942 release coincided with America entering WWII. For many, the lyrics resonated as a promise of loyalty from those separated by the war, vowing to "curtail activities" while their loved ones were away. Song Composition Composer: Duke Ellington Lyricist: Bob Russell Original Title: "Never No Lament" "Don't Get Around Much Anymore" - by Charles Bowen The song's lyrics depict a "jilted lover" who

Bing Crosby recorded several versions of this classic throughout his career, often as part of his radio shows or tribute albums: Key Recordings by Bing Crosby While the lyrics

One of his later recordings took place on April 15, 1977, and was featured on the album A Tribute to Duke, featuring an orchestra conducted by Nat Pierce.