The song of the day for Friday, October 23, 2015 is “Trav’lin’ Light.”

About This Song

Today’s song, “Trav’lin’ Light,” was composed by Trummy Young and Jimmy Mundy with lyrics by Johnny Mercer. This wonderful song was first recorded by Paul Whiteman with Billie Holiday on vocals. It’s a terrific, classic Mercer lyric and the tune is lovely. In addition to this recording, this song has been recorded by Anita O’Day, Peggy Lee, Queen Latifah, Shirley Horn and Sonny Rollins.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Trav’lin’ Light” in June 1996 for the album Tony Bennett On Holiday, his tribute album to Billie Holiday, which was released in 1997.

“Trav’lin’ Light,” as well as Tony Bennett On Holiday, is available from iTunes.