The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

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Song of the Day: Where Do You Start

The song of the day for Wednesday, November 19, 2025, is “Where Do You Start.”

About This Song

“Where Do You Start” was written in 1987 by Johnny Mandel, with lyrics by Alan and Marilyn Bergman. It is one the great songs from the Bergmans with a beautiful melody by Johnny Mandel. This song has had many fine recordings: Nancy Lamott, Shirley Horn, Rosemary Clooney, Barbra Streisand, the Brad Mehldau Trio, Annie Ross, and Tony Bennett.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Where Do You Start” in 2004 for The Art of Romance, released 21 years ago on November 19, 2004. Johnny Mandel wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

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

“Where Do You Start,” as well as The Art of Romance, is available on Apple Music.

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Song of the Day: I Remember You

The song of the day for Thursday, October 16, 2025, is “I Remember You.”

About This Song

“I Remember You” was written in 1941 by Victor Schertzinger and Johnny Mercer for the 1942 film 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 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.

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Song of the Day: All For You

The song of the day for Tuesday, September 9, 2025, is “All For You.”

About Today

The Year of Tony Bennett wishes Susan Benedetto a very happy birthday.

About This Song

“All For You” was composed in 1940 Django Reinhardt as “Dark Eyes.” Tony Bennett wrote the lyrics in 2004 for his wife, Susan Benedetto.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “All For You” in 2004 for The Art of Romance. Johnny Mandel wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

“All For You,” as well as , is available on Apple Music.

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Song of the Day: Little Did I Dream

The song of the day for Friday, August 22, 2025, is “Little Did I Dream.”

About This Song

“Little Did I Dream” was written by Johnny Mandel and Dave Frishberg in 2002. The song has been recorded by Dave Frishberg, Tony Bennett, Connie Evingson, and Rebecca Kilgore.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Little Did I Dream” in 2004 for The Art of Romance. Lee Musiker wrote the arrangement; Johnny Mandel conducted the orchestra.

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

“Little Did I Dream,” as well as The Art of Romance, is available on Apple Music.

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Song of the Day: Close Enough For Love

The song of the day for Thursday, May 15, 2025, is “Close Enough For Love.”

About This Song

“Close Enough For Love” was written by Johnny Mandel and Paul Williams in 1979. The song was first recorded by Peggy Lee on her album with the same name. It is a favorite of jazz and popular vocalists; in addition to Peggy Lee’s and Tony Bennett’s recordings, it has also been recorded by Shirley Horn and Andy Williams.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Close Enough For Love” in 2004 for his album The Art of Romance. Johnny Mandel wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

The Art of Romance won the 48th Annual Grammy Award for Best Traditional Pop Album.

“Close Enough For Love,” as well as The Art of Romance, is available on Apple Music.

I love Shirley Horn‘s recording of this song, so please enjoy.