The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

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Song of the Day: Little Did I Dream

The song of the day for Sunday, May 17, 2026, is “Little Did I Dream.”

About This Song

“Little Did I Dream” was written in 2003 by Johnny Mandel and Dave Frishberg. Frishberg recorded it live for his album Do You Miss New York?

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 Vocal Album

“Little Did I Dream,” as well as , is available on Apple Music.

We’re happy to present Dave Frishberg singing his song from Do You Miss New York?

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Song of the Day: Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars

The song of the day for Saturday, May 16, 2026, is “Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars”

About This Song

“Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars” was written in 1960 by Antonio Carlos Jobim, with English lyrics by Gene Lees. Known in the original Portuguese as “Corcovado,” this is one the great early bossa nova songs. The song has a serene quiet feeling–the English title fits the mood of the song perfectly. Both Stan Getz and Miles Davis recorded jazz versions of “Quiet Nights.”

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars” on December 19, 1962 for his album I Wanna Be Around. Marty Manning wrote the arrangement.

“Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars,” as well as I Wanna Be Around, is available on Apple Music.

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Song of the Day: Pennies From Heaven

The song of the day for Friday, May 15, 2026, is “Pennies From Heaven.”

About This Song

“Pennies From Heaven” was written by Arthur Johnston and Johnny Burke in 1936 for the film Pennies From Heaven, where it was introduced by Bing Crosby. It’s one of the classic songs from the Great Depression.

About This Version

Tony Bennett, with Count Basie and His Orchestra, sings “Pennies From Heaven” from his 1959 album In Person! Ralph Sharon wrote the arrangement.

“Pennies From Heaven” as well as In Person! is available on Apple Music.

We’re pleased to include Bing Crosby’s original version of “Pennies From Heaven.”

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Song of the Day: Rules of the Road

The song of the day for Thursday, May 14, 2026, is “Rules of the Road.”

About This Song

“Rules of the Road” was written by Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh in 1961. In addition to several recordings by Tony Bennett, the song has also been recorded by Lena Horn, Shirley Horn, Nat King Cole, Anita O’Day, and Rosemary Clooney.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Rules of the Road” on April 6, 1961, featuring an excellent arrangement by Ralph Burns. It was released on the 1962 album I Left My Heart in San Francisco.

“Rules of the Road,” as well as I Left My Heart in San Francisco, is available on Apple Music.

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Song of the Day: Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)

The song of the day for Wednesday, May 13, 2026, is “Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)”

About This Song

“Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)” was written by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley for the 1964 West End musical The Roar of the Greasepaint, The Smell of the Crowd. Producer David Merrick saw the production in London and decided to bring it to America, starting first with a nationwide tour. Tony Bennett first recorded the song in 1964 and it was a hit for him; this helped bring attention to the musical and helped ensure its success in the US.

About This Version

Tony Bennett and Queen Latifah recorded “Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)” in 2011 for Duets II. Jorge Calandrelli wrote the arrangement.

“Who Can I Turn To (When Nobody Needs Me)” as well as Duets II, is available on Apple Music.

We have the official Vevo video from their recording session.