Sweet Sue, Just You

"Sweet Sue, Just You" is an American popular song of 1928, composed by Victor Young with lyrics by Will J. Harris.[1] Popular versions in 1928 were by Earl Burtnett (vocal by the Biltmore Trio) and by Ben Pollack (vocal by Franklyn Baur).[2]

"Sweet Sue, Just You"
Song
Published1928
Songwriter(s)Victor Young and Will J. Harris

It has become a popular jazz standard, with versions recorded by many artists. It's also widely popular among jug bands.

The titular 'Sue' refers to actress and talent agent Sue Carol.[3]

Other recordings

Film appearances

The song was performed by Lucille Ball as Lucy Ricardo, Desi Arnaz as Ricky Ricardo, Vivian Vance as Ethel Mertz and William Frawley as Fred Mertz in the season one I Love Lucy episode "Breaking the Lease" (1952) and again by Ball the season four episode "Mr. and Mrs. TV Show" (1954). It was also played by Lucy, Ethel, Fred and Little Ricky (Keith Thibodeaux) in the season six episode "Ragtime Band" (1957).

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