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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

May 29, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Stranger in Paradise

The song of the day for Monday, May 30, 2022, is “Stranger in Paradise.”

About This Song

“Stranger in Paradise” was written in 1953 for the musical Kismet by Robert Wright and George Forrest, based on music by Alexander Borodin.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Stranger in Paradise” on October 13, 1953, featuring an arrangement by Percy Faith, and was released as a single that year. This recording was later included on Mr. Broadway: Tony’s Greatest Hits.

“Stranger in Paradise,” as well as the singles collected on is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Alexander Borodin, George Forrest, Mr. Broadway: Tony's Greatest Hits, Percy Faith, Robert Wright, Tony Bennett

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