Amy Winehouse - Round Midnight Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally composed 'Round Midnight?

   'Round Midnight was originally composed by American jazz pianist Thelonious Monk in the early 1940s. It is one of the most recorded jazz standards composed by a jazz musician.

2. What role did Cootie Williams and Bernie Hanighen play in the song?

   Jazz trumpeter Cootie Williams made the first recording of 'Round Midnight in 1944, and he, along with songwriter Bernie Hanighen, added an eight-bar interlude and lyrics respectively. They both received co-credits for their contributions.

3. What is the significance of the title variations for 'Round Midnight?

   The song is sometimes incorrectly called 'Round About Midnight, a variation used by artists like Miles Davis, whose 1957 album bore that title. This variation stems from Dizzy Gillespie’s arrangement that Davis adopted.

4. What notable performances or uses of 'Round Midnight exist in films or recordings?

   Notable uses include a film titled Round Midnight starring Dexter Gordon with a soundtrack by Herbie Hancock. Miles Davis's performance of the song at the 1955 Newport Jazz Festival was pivotal in his career.

5. Who are the credited lyricists for Amy Winehouse's version of 'Round Midnight?

   The credited lyricists for Amy Winehouse's version of 'Round Midnight are Cootie Williams, Bernard D. Hanighen, and Thelonious Monk.