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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

December 2, 2023 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Let’s Face The Music And Dance

The song of the day for Sunday, December 3, 2023, is “Let’s Face The Music And Dance.”

About This Song

“Let’s Face The Music And Dance” was written by Irving Berlin for the 1936 film Follow the Fleet with Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers. The Astaire–Rogers dance to this song is considered one of their best. It has also been recorded by singers including Frank Sinatra and Nat King Cole.

About This Version

Tony Bennett and Lady Gaga recorded “Let’s Face The Music And Dance” in 2014 for their album Cheek To Cheek. It was arranged by Alex Smith.

“Let’s Face The Music And Dance,” as well as Cheek To Cheek, is available on Apple Music.

And here are Fred and Ginger from the 1936 Follow The Fleet

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Alex Smith, Cheek to Cheek, Follow The Fleet, Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Irving Berlin, Lady Gaga, Tony Bennett

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