The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

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Song of the Day: Between The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea

The song of the day for Saturday, May 9, 2026, is “Between The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea”

About This Song

“Between The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea” was written by Harold Arlen and Ted Koehler in 1931 for the Cotton Club production RhythMania. It was recorded in the first few years by Louis Armstrong and Cab Calloway. The Benny Goodman recording, with vocals by Helen Ward, is also well-regarded.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Between The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea” on September 4, 1964, for Who Can I Turn To. George Siravo wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

“Between The Devil and the Deep Blue Sea,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available on Apple Music.

Here’s Louis Armstrong’s 1932 recording of today’s song:

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Song of the Day: I Walk a Little Faster

The song of the day for Wednesday, March 4, 2026, is “I Walk a Little Faster.”

About This Song

“I Walk a Little Faster” was written in 1959 by Cy Coleman and Carolyn Leigh. The song has had many fine recordings, including those by Blossom Dearie, Bobby Short, Mabel Mercer, Fiona Apple, and Linda Lavin.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “I Walk a Little Faster” on September 29, 1964, for Who Can I Turn To. George Siravo wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

“I Walk a Little Faster,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available on Apple Music.

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Song of the Day: Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams

The song of the day for Monday, February 23, 2026, is “Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams.”

About This Song

“Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams” was written by Harry Barris, Ted Koehler, and Billy Moll. It’s one of the classic Depression-era songs that hoped to help people forget their troubles and dream of better days. Bing Crosby made the first recording in 1931 with the Gus Arnheim Orchestra.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams” on September 29, 1964, for the album Who Can I Turn To. George Siravo wrote the arrangement.

“Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available on Apple Music.

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Song of the Day: There’s a Lull in My Life

The song of the day for Tuesday, July 29, 2025, is “There’s a Lull in My Life.”

About This Song

“There’s a Lull in My Life” was written by Harry Revel and Mack Gordon for the 1937 film Wake Up and Live, where it was introduced by Alice Faye. The song is considered somewhat experimental for its time. Notable recordings include those by Ella Fitzgerald, Nat Cole, Johnny Harman, and Duke Ellington with Ivie Anderson.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “There’s a Lull in My Life” on October 14, 1964, for Who Can I Turn To. George Siravo wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

“There’s a Lull in My Life,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available on Apple Music.

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Song of the Day: Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams

The song of the day for Tuesday, July 7, 2025, is “Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams.”

About This Song

“Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams” was written in 1931 by Harry Barris, with lyrics by Ted Koehler and Billy Moll. The song is one of the classic Depression-era songs that hoped to help people forget their troubles and dream of better days. Bing Crosby made the first recording in 1931 with the Gus Arnheim Orchestra.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded “Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams” on September 29, 1964, for his album Who Can I Turn To. George Siravo wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

“Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available on Apple Music. George Siravo wrote the arrangement and conducted the orchestra.

Here is Bing Crosby‘s 1931 recording of “Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams,” with the Gus Arnheim Orchestra.