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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

September 4, 2026 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: The Very Thought of You

The song of the day for Friday, September 4, 2026, is “The Very Thought of You.”

About This Song

“The Very Thought Of You” was written in 1934 by the British bandleader Ray Noble. Ray Noble and His Orchestra, with Al Bowlly on vocals, published the first recording in April 1934.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “The Very Thought Of You” in February 1966. John Keating wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

“The Very Thought of You,” as well as A Time For Love, is available on Apple Music.

We’ve got the 1934 Ray Noble recording of “The Very Thought of You,” with Al Bowlly on vocals.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: A Time For Love, Al Bowlly, John Keating, Ray Noble, Tony Bennett

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