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The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

June 15, 2026 By Suzanne Leave a Comment

Song of the Day: I Remember You

The song of the day for Monday, June 15, 2026, is “I Remember You.”

About This Song

“I Remember You” was written by Victor Schertzinger and Johnny Mercer for the 1942 movie The Fleet’s In (directed by the composer Schertzinger), where it was introduced by Dorothy Lamour. It is said that Mercer wrote the lyric for Judy Garland, with whom he was said to be in love. The song has been widely recorded over the decades and remains popular today. Notable recordings include those by Tony Bennett, Chet Baker, Doris Day, Ella Fitzgerald, Diana Krall, and Dinah Washington.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “I Remember You” in 2004 for his album The Art of Romance. Johnny Mandel wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

The Art of Romance won the 2006 Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album.

“I Remember You,” as well as The Art of Romance, is available on Apple Music.

Filed Under: Song of the Day Tagged With: Johnny Mercer, Johny Mandel, The Art of Romance, The Fleet's In, Tony Bennett, Victor Schertzinger

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