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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

August 1, 2024 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: My Baby Just Cares For Me

The song of the day for Thursday, August 1, 2024, is “My Baby Just Cares For Me.”

About This Song

“My Baby Just Cares For Me” was written by Walter Donaldson and Gus Kahn for the 1930 film version of Whoopee! with Eddie Cantor. Though recorded by many artists, the song is widely associated with Nina Simone, who recorded it for her 1958 debut album Little Girl Blue.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “My Baby Just Cares For Me” on December 22, 1954, for his first full-length album Cloud 7. It was arranged by Charles Paneley, who played trumpet on the album.

“My Baby Just Cares For Me,” as well as Cloud 7, is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Charles Paneley, Cloud 7, Gus Kahn, Tony Bennett, Walter Donaldson

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