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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

February 26, 2024 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: The Rules of the Road

The song of the day for Tuesday, February 27, 2024, is “The Rules of the Road.”

About This Song

“The Rules of the Road” was written by Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh in 1961. Significant recordings include those by Lena Horne, Shirley Horn, Anita O’Day, Nat “King” Cole, and Rosemary Clooney.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “The Rules of the Road” on March 26, 1964, for his album When Lights Are Low. The Ralph Sharon Trio (Sharon on piano; Hal Gaylord on bass; Billy Exiner on drums) accompanied Bennett for the album.

“The Rules of the Road,” as well as When Lights Are Low, is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Billy Exiner, Carolyn Leigh, Cy Coleman, Hal Gaylord, Ralph Sharon, Tony Bennett, When Lights Are Low

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