Video of the Day: Hohnen Ford shares reimagined take on Chet Baker’s ‘I Get Along Without You Very Well’

Rising star singer songwriter Hohnen Ford has released her take on iconic Chet Baker’s classic ‘I Get Along Without You Very Well’, which is the latest track released from a new talent-packed collection, Chet Baker Re:Imagined (Decca Records).

Commemorating the 70th anniversary of the legendary album Chet Baker Sings, the project celebrates Baker’s enduring legacy with a selection of reinterpretations of his timeless music through the voices of a new generation of artists.

Following the first wave of single releases from grentperez, dodie and Matt Maltese, the latest offering is North London based singer-songwriter Hohnen Ford’s reimagining of ‘I Get Along Without You Very Well’. Ford’s tender interpretation channels Baker’s own understated style, offering a fresh yet reverent take on the classic track.

Commenting on the music, Ford said: “When I first discovered Chet Baker it was quite revolutionary to me. Partly because of how beautiful his tone is and how intimate his interpretations of those songs are. And also just how effortless and melodic his improvisation is. Both his singing and his trumpet playing had a huge impact on me. And because of how much of my life he has accompanied, I think his music will always have a real sense of home to me.

“As soon as I was asked to be a part of this project, I immediately knew what song I wanted to do. ‘I Get Along Without You Very Well’ is a song that has accompanied heartbreaks in my life. And actually when I went through my first breakup as a teenager, I listened to an unaccompanied version of him singing this song obsessively. Someone had singled out his vocal take and you could hear it unaccompanied. I listened to it over and over again, and cried.”

Chet Baker Re:Imagined features a diverse group of artists from across the world, spanning genres including  R&B, pop, soul and jazz. Contributors include UK talents such as dodie, Matt Maltese, Matilda Mann, Joel Culpepper,  Hohnen Ford, Eloise, Puma Blue, plus international names including Benny Sings (Netherlands), Stacey Ryan (Canada), mxmtoon (USA), Sara Kang (South Korea), and grentperez (Australia/Philippines) as well as fast rising UK trumpeters Poppy Daniels and Ife Ogunjobi – the latter of Wembley arena filling stars Ezra Collective. These artists explore Baker’s iconic melodies with fresh interpretations, blending acoustic and electronic elements, heartfelt improvisation, and richly layered production.

Chet Baker, a pioneer of the 1950s cool jazz movement, captivated audiences with his virtuosic trumpet playing and delicate vocal style. His seminal album Chet Baker Sings introduced a new dimension to jazz with its introspective and romantic ballads. Building on the success of the Blue Note Re:Imagined series, Chet Baker Re:Imagined connects a new generation of musicians with Baker’s artistry. The album invites listeners to explore the intersections of tradition and innovation, demonstrating Baker’s timeless relevance and the creative possibilities his music continues to inspire.

See the live performance video below - Chet Baker Re:imagined is released on Decca Records on 11 April 2025 - and listen/stream Hohnen Ford's 'I Get Along Without You Very Well' here