"The Man Who Knew Too Much" (influence on music)

"The Man Who Knew Too Much" is a jazz composition by Miles Davis, debuting in 1958. Its innovative harmonies and improvisational style influenced the development of modal jazz, emphasizing scale-based improvisation over complex chord changes. The track's relaxed yet intricate approach inspired musicians to explore more expressive and open-ended improvisation, shaping the evolution toward more spontaneous, emotive performances. It also demonstrated how improvisation could be rooted in a sophisticated harmonic framework, influencing subsequent jazz artists and encouraging greater artistic freedom in jazz performance and composition.