“Someday My Prince Will Come” is one of the most iconic songs to emerge from classic cinema and one of the most important jazz standards ever written. The song was composed by Frank Churchill, with lyrics by Larry Morey, and was originally introduced in Disney’s animated film Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937).
In its original context, the song was performed by the character Snow White, becoming a central musical theme of the film and one of the most memorable moments in classic animated cinema. Disney initially made the song famous, firmly establishing it in American popular culture.
Decades later, “Someday My Prince Will Come” experienced a second life as a jazz standard, particularly during the 1950s and 1960s. A defining milestone was its recording by Miles Davis, who titled his influential 1961 album after the song. From that point on, the composition became a staple of the jazz repertoire.
The song has since been recorded and performed by many legendary artists, including Miles Davis, Bill Evans, Herbie Hancock, Oscar Peterson, Dave Brubeck, and Chet Baker. Its sophisticated harmonic structure and lyrical melody make it especially well suited for instrumental interpretations and jazz improvisation.
Although it did not receive major awards at the time of its original release, its lasting cultural and musical impact is undeniable, and today it stands as a key link between popular song, film music, and modern jazz.
The version featured on this website is “Someday My Prince Will Come – Instrumental Version by Sergio Mella,” an instrumental interpretation that highlights the song’s melodic elegance and harmonic richness, making it ideal for Easy Listening, Jazz Lounge, and instrumental piano audiences.