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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

May 22, 2023 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Comes Once In a Lifetime

The song of the day for Tuesday, May 23, 2023, is “Comes Once In a Lifetime.”

About This Song

“Comes Once In A Lifetime” was written by Jule Styne, with lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, for the 1961 musical Subways Are For Sleeping. The show was based on a true story, first reported in Harper’s Magazine, of well-dressed homeless people who slept on subways in New York. In addition to Tony Bennett’s recording, it was a favorite song of Judy Garland.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Comes Once In A Lifetime” on September 9, 1961, and was released as a single that year. It was included in the 1962 album Mr. Broadway: Tony’s Greatest Broadway Hits. It was arranged and conducted by Marty Manning.

“Comes Once In a Lifetime,” as well as Mr. Broadway: Tony’s Greatest Broadway Hits is available on Apple Music.

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Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Adolph Green, Betty Comden, Jule Styne, Marty Manning, Mr Broadway: Tony's Greatest Broadway Hits, Subways Are For Sleeping, Tony Bennett

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