Played Twice is a jazz composition written by Thelonious Monk - the original artist - and it was first released in 1959. It sits among Monk’s originals and has been recorded many times, with around 67 versions listed on SecondHandSongs. The tune is published by Thelonious Music Corp and is licensed through ASCAP, BMI, GEMA, ISWC, and JASRAC. The provided material does not specify the album name, but the 1959 release marks the tune’s debut. The piece showcases Monk’s distinctive rhythmic and melodic approach, a hallmark of his influential bebop and modern jazz style.