Rose Murphy Rose Murphy (1913 - 1989) was a legendary singer and pianist who starred at Café Society in the heyday of New York’s jazz scene. She made history with her version of “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love.” Critics and audiences alike were delighted by her breathless, giggly voice, her spirited playing, and her signature “chee-chee.” In this Piano Jazz session from 1988, Murphy showcases her trademark vocal style on “Cecilia.” Then she teams up with McPartland for “St. Louis Blues.”