Bessie Smith – After You’ve Gone

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“After You’ve Gone” is a classic jazz and blues standard recorded by Bessie Smith on April 20, 1927.
Known as the “Empress of the Blues,” Smith’s rendition is one of the most celebrated versions of the song, originally composed in 1918 by Turner Layton with lyrics by Henry Creamer. 
Key Details of the Song
  • Recording Date: April 20, 1927.
  • Writers: Henry Creamer (Lyrics) and Turner Layton (Music).
  • Genre: Classic blues and jazz.
  • Label: Columbia Records