Sarah Vaughan - Mean to Me Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote the song 'Mean to Me'?

   'Mean to Me' was written by Fred E. Ahlert (music) and Roy Turk (lyrics). It was published in 1929.

2. When was 'Mean to Me' first released?

   'Mean to Me' was first released in 1929, with hit versions that year by Ruth Etting and Helen Morgan.

3. Has 'Mean to Me' been featured in any films or cartoons?

   Yes, an instrumental version of 'Mean to Me' appeared in the first Krazy Kat sound cartoon 'Ratskin' (1929), and a brief violin instrumental version is heard in the Betty Boop cartoon 'Minnie the Moocher' (1932). The original recording by Annette Hanshaw is used in the animated film 'Sita Sings the Blues' (2008).

4. What is unique about Ben Bernie's recording of 'Mean to Me'?

   Ben Bernie and the Hotel Roosevelt Orchestra recorded what might be the first male version of 'Mean to Me' in February 1929, featuring vocals by Scrappy Albert.

5. Is Sarah Vaughan's version of 'Mean to Me' considered a standard?

   'Mean to Me,' including Sarah Vaughan's rendition, is considered a popular standard and has been recorded by many artists over the years.