The Duke appeared a little bored ... "Solitude," "Mood Indigo," "Sophisticated Lady," "It Don't Mean A Thing strongest factor in making a song a hit. (if it ain't got that swing)" are the most ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Duke Ellington, a giant in jazz history ... respectability and representation in jazz music. 5. It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing) (1931) This electrifying ...