Billie Holiday - Solitude (audio) May 2026

"Solitude" is one of Billie Holiday's most poignant jazz standards, originally composed by Duke Ellington with lyrics by Eddie DeLange and Irving Mills.

The lyrics depict deep emotional isolation, with Holiday singing about being haunted by memories of "days gone by". Notable Versions and Playlists Billie Holiday - Solitude (Audio) Billie Holiday - Solitude (Audio)

Another notable version was recorded in 1952 for Verve Records, which later became the title track for her album Solitude . "Solitude" is one of Billie Holiday's most poignant