The song of the day for Sunday, November 24. 2024, is “Yesterday I Heard the Rain.”
About This Song
“Yesterday I Heard the Rain” was written in 1968 by Armando Manzanero; Gene Lees wrote the English lyrics. Titled “Esta Tarde Vi Llover” in the original Spanish, is one of Armando Manzanero’s most highly regarded songs. Born in 1935, Manzanero studied music in Mexico City and composed his first song at the age of fifteen. At the age of sixteen, he became a professional pianist. His songs, like “Yesterday I Heard The Rain” are beautiful and romantic songs. He is considered to be one of the most successful composers from Latin America.
About This Version
Tony Bennett and Alejandro Sanz recorded “Yesterday I Heard the Rain” in 2011 for Duets II. Jorge Calandrelli wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.
“Yesterday I Heard the Rain,” as well as Duets II, is available on Apple Music.
Duets II won the 54th Annual Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Album.
We also have the official video for this recording.