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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

May 18, 2026 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Baby Don’t You Quit Now

The song of the day for Monday, May 18, 2026, is “Baby Don’t You Quit Now.”

About This Song

“Baby Don’t You Quit Now” was written in 1967 by Jimmy Rowles and Johnny Mercer. It’s been widely record by artists including Pearl Bailey, Jack Jones, and Susannah McCorkle. Ella Fitzgerald was big fan of the song, according to Tony Bennett.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Baby Don’t You Quit Now” on, November 25, 1968, for his album I’ve Gotta Be Me, released in 1969. Torrie Zito wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

“Baby Don’t You Quit Now,” as well as I’ve Gotta Be Me, is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: I've Gotta Be Me, Jimmy Rowles, Johnny Mercer, Tony Bennett, Torrie Zito

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