Louis Armstrong

Dear Dolly
I still get jealous
When they look at you
I may not show it, but I do

It's more than I can bear
When they start to stare
'Cause they think
You're too good to be true

I still get jealous
When we kiss goodnight
Unless you hold me
Extra tight

And dear, I know a secret
You didn't know I knew
I still get jealous
'Cause it pleases you

And dear, I know a secret
You didn't know I knew
I still get jealous
'Cause it pleases you

Mama and Dolly, I know a secret
You didn't know, I knew
I still get jealous, honey
Very jealous

I still get jealous
'Cause it pleases you

Louis Armstrong, known throughout his lengthy career by nicknames like “Satchmo”, “Pops” and simply “Louie”, was a trumpeter, composer, singer and occasional actor, as well as one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz.

Born and raised in New Orleans, where jazz itself is alleged to have began, Armstrong started his career in 1918, playing the cornet in brass bands and riverboats along the Mississippi River. There, he caught the attention of his future mentor, King Oliver, joining his band in Chicago, where he networked with other popular jazz musicians like Hoagy Carmichael and his first wife Lil Hardin Armstrong.

In 1924, Louie relocated to New York City playing for the Fletcher Henderson Orchestra. It was at this time he switched over from cornet to trumpet in order to blend in better with the other musicians in his section. It was also when he developed his emotional playing style, which included singing and telling tales of his life back in New Orleans.

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