The song of the day for Monday, April 22, 2024, is “Comes Once in a Lifetime.”
About This Song
“Comes Once in a Lifetime” was written by Jule Styne, with lyrics by Adolph Green and Betty Comden, for the 1961 musical Subways Are For Sleeping. The musical 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 Bennett’s recording, it was a favorite song for Judy Garland.
About This Version
Tony Bennett recorded “Comes Once in a Lifetime” on September 9, 1961, and was released as a single that same year. The recording was also used for the 1962 album Mr. Broadway: Tony’s Greatest Broadway Hits. It was arranged 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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