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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

September 30, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Who Cares

The song of the day for Saturday, October 1, 2022, is “Who Cares (So Long As You Care For Me).”

About This Song

“Who Cares (So Long As You Care For Me)” was written in 1931 by George and Ira Gershwin for the Broadway musical Of Thee I Sing. It’s one of their very popular songs with many fine recordings, including those by Fred Astaire, Ella Fitzgerald, and Judy Garland. Tony Bennett sang this song regularly in his concerts.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Who Cares (So Long As You Care For Me)” on July 18, 1967, for the album For Once In My Life. His pianist John Bunch wrote the arrangement.

“Who Cares (So Long As You Care For Me),” as well as For One In My Life is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: For Once In My Life, George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, John Bunch, Of Thee I Sing, Tony Bennett

April 26, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Keep Smiling at Trouble

The song of the day for Wednesday, April 27, 2022, is “Keep Smiling at Trouble.”

About This Song

“Keep Smiling at Trouble” was written in 1924 by Lewis Gensler, with lyrics by Al Jolson and Buddy DeSylva. The song was first recorded by Fred Waring’s Pennsylvanians in 1924, with vocals by his brother, Tom Waring. Other noted recordings were by Jolson, Ruby Braff, Tommy Dorsey, Della Reese, and Bobby Hackett.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Keep Smiling At Trouble” in 1967 for his album For Once In My Life. The very fine arrangement was written by Ralph Burns.

“Keep Smiling at Trouble,” as well as For Once In My Life is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Al Jolson, Buddy DeSylva, For Once In My Life, Lewis Gensler, Ralph Burns, Tony Bennett

January 19, 2022 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Baby, Dream Your Dream

The song of the day for Thursday, January 20, 2022, is “Baby, Dream Your Dream.”

About This Song

“Baby, Dream Your Dream” was written by Cy Coleman and Dorothy Fields for the 1966 musical Sweet Charity. The show was directed by Bob Fosse and starred Gwen Verdon. “Baby, Dream Your Dream” was introduced by Helen Gallagher and Thelma Oliver.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Baby, Dream Your Dream” in December 1965, featuring an arrangement by Johnny Mandel. It was released in 1966 as a single and also appeared on Bennett’s 1967 album For Once In My Life.

“Baby, Dream Your Dream,” as well as is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Cy Coleman, Dorothy Fields, For Once In My Life, Sweet Charity, Tony Bennett

July 17, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Who Cares

The song of the day for Sunday, July 18, 2021, is “Who Cares.”

About This Song

George and Ira Gershwin wrote “Who Cares” in 1931 for the Broadway musical Of Thee I Sing. It’s one of their very popular songs with many fine recordings, including those by Fred Astaire, Ella Fitzgerald, and Judy Garland.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Who Cares” 54 years ago today, July 18, 1967, at one of the recording sessions for the album For Once In My Life. The recording didn’t make to the original release of the album but was added for the CD in 2011 Complete Collection box set release. Bennett’s pianist, John Bunch, wrote the arrangement.

Who Cares (So Long As You Care for Me)

Listen to Who Cares (So Long As You Care for Me) on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1967.

“Who Cares,” as well as For Once In My Life is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: For Once In My Life, For Thee I Sing, George Gershwin, Ira Gershwin, John Bunch, Tony Bennett

May 26, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: Keep Smiling At Trouble

The song of the day for Thursday, May 27, 2021, is “Keep Smiling At Trouble.”

About This Song

“Keep Smiling At Trouble” was written in 1924 by Lewis Gensler, with lyrics by Al Jolson and Buddy DeSylva. It was first recorded by Fred Waring’s Pennsylvanians in 1924, with vocals by his brother, Tom Waring. Other noted recordings were by Jolson, Ruby Braff, Tommy Dorsey, Della Reese, and Bobby Hackett.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded this version of “Keep Smiling At Trouble” in 1967 for his album For Once In My Life. Ralph Burns wrote the arrangement.

Keep Smiling At Trouble (Trouble"s A Bubble)

Listen to Keep Smiling At Trouble (Trouble"s A Bubble) on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1967.

“Keep Smiling At Trouble,” as well as For Once In My Life, is available from Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Al Jolson, Buddy DeSylva, For Once In My Life, Lewis Gensler, Ralph Burns, Tony Bennett

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