The song of the day for Saturday, July 1, 2023, is “I Remember You.”
About This Song
“I Remember You” was written by Victor Schertzinger and Johnny Mercer in 1941 for the 1942 movie The Fleet’s In (directed by the composer Schertzinger), where it was introduced by Dorothy Lamour. It is said that Mercer wrote the lyric for Judy Garland, with whom he was said to be in love. The song has been widely recorded over the decades and remains popular today. Notable recordings include those by Tony Bennett, Chet Baker, Doris Day, Ella Fitzgerald, Diana Krall, and Dinah Washington.
About This Version
Tony Bennett recorded “I Remember You” in 2004 for his album The Art of Romance. It was arranged and conducted by Johnny Mandel.
The Art of Romance won the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album.
“I Remember You,” as well as The Art of Romance is available on Apple Music.
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