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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

February 26, 2021 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: I’m A Fool To Want You

The song of the day for Saturday, February 27, 2021, is “I’m A Fool To Want You.”

About This Song

“I’m A Fool To Want You” was written in 1951 by Joel S. Herron, Frank Sinatra, and Jack Wolf. Though Frank Sinatra was one of songwriters and sung it as well, “I’m a Fool to Want You” may be most identified with Billie Holiday, who recorded it 1958 for her album Lady in Satin.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “I’m A Fool To Want You” for his 1960 album To My Wonderful One. It was arranged and conducted by Frank DeVol.

I"m A Fool To Want You

Listen to I"m A Fool To Want You on Spotify. Tony Bennett · Song · 1960.

“I’m A Fool To Want You,” as well as To My Wonderful One, is available from Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Frank DeVol, Frank Sinatra, Jack Wolf, Joel S. Herron, Tony Bennett

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