"Just as Though You Were Here" is a song written by John Benson Brooks (music) and Eddie DeLange (lyrics). The first recording was made by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra on May 18, 1942[1] with vocals by Frank Sinatra and The Pied Pipers.[2] It reached the Billboard charts in July 1942, peaking at No. 6 during a ten-week stay.[3] Sinatra recorded the song again on September 24, 1974 for Reprise.[4]
| "Just as Though You Were Here" | |
|---|---|
| Song | |
| Published | 1942 |
| Genre | Traditional pop |
| Composer(s) | John Benson Brooks |
| Lyricist(s) | Eddie DeLange |
Other versions
- Many other artists have recorded the song including The Ink Spots in 1942 (Decca 18466A).[5] This version went to number ten on the Harlem Hit Parade chart.[6]
- This song was played by Tom Oren to win the 2018 Thelonious Monk Institute of Jazz competition.[7]