Satin Doll
song by Ellington, Strayhorn, and Mercer
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"Satin Doll" is a jazz standard composed by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, with lyrics by Johnny Mercer. While Ellington and Strayhorn collaborated extensively, with Strayhorn often considered Ellington's amanuensis, "Satin Doll" is credited to both composers. The song is a well-known example of their collaborative work, showcasing their refined, impressionistic style in jazz. It has become a staple in the jazz repertoire, celebrated for its sophisticated melody and harmonic structure.12
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