Sentimental Journey - Rod Stewart & Jools Holland - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"Sentimental Journey," performed by Rod Stewart and Jools Holland, was released on February 23, 2024, as part of their collaborative album, Swing Fever. Their version revives the classic in a swing style, reflecting both artists' admiration for the big band era. Just as its name suggests, "Sentimental Journey" addresses those feelings that arise whenever we return to a place that holds a special meaning in our hearts. Though faithful to the original, Rod Stewart and Jools Holland's rendition boasts a lively big band sound with a more modern edge. The track was originally penned by Les Brown, Ben Homer, and Bud Green, and dates back to 1944. The trio intended to record it right away but a musicians' strike prevented them from doing so. Once the strike ended, Les Brown and His Band of Renown recorded and released it in 1945 with Doris Day on lead vocals, marking her first number 1 hit single. Since the release of "Sentimental Journey" coincided with the end of World War II, it has been often seen as a de facto homecoming theme for veterans in the United States.