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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

July 10, 2018 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Wave

The song of the day for Wednesday, July 11, 2018 is “Wave.”

About This Song

“Wave,” or “Vou Te Contar” in the original Portuguese, is a classic bossa nova song written by Antonio Carlos Jobim in 1967. It’s one of Jobim’s loveliest songs.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Wave” in 1970 for his album Tony Bennett’s “Something”. It features an arrangement by Peter Matz.

Wave

Listen to Wave on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1970.


“Wave,” as well as Tony Bennett’s “Something”, is available from iTunes.

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