“It’s a Sin to Tell a Lie” was written in 1936 by Billy Mayhew. The song became famous almost immediately thanks to Fats Waller’s lively recording, which turned it into a jazz standard. Over the decades, it has been covered by countless artists including Billie Holiday, Slim Whitman, and Tony Bennett, each bringing their own spin to its bittersweet message about love and honesty. Here, Jason Paul performs “It’s a Sin to Tell a Lie” in his own stripped-down style, highlighting the timeless melody and spirit of this classic from the Great American Songbook. Explore more songs and recordings → http://jasonpaul.net Subscribe on YouTube → https://www.youtube.com/@JasonMusicPortal

It’s a Sin to Tell a Lie was written in 1936 by Billy Mayhew. Emerging from the swing era, the song became widely known through dance bands and popular vocal recordings, balancing light humor with a sincere romantic sentiment. Over time it has been recorded by artists including Fats Waller, The Ink Spots, Tony Bennett, and Leon Redbone, whose version helped introduce the song to later audiences. This performance is presented with voice and acoustic guitar. Song: It’s a Sin to Tell a Lie Written by: Billy Mayhew (1936) Performance: Jason Paul, voice & guitar