Darn That Dream by Charles Mingus and Spaulding Givens

First live performance by Maxine Sullivan, Louis Armstrong, Bill Bailey, The Dandridge Sisters, The Rhythmettes and The Deep River Boys (November 29, 1939)

First recording by Benny Goodman and His Orch. - Vocal Chorus by Mildred Bailey (November 22, 1939)

First release by Tommy Dorsey and His Orchestra - Vocal Refrain by Anita Boyer (December 15, 1939)