The Year of Tony Bennett

An Appreciation of the Art and Music of Tony Bennett

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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.

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Song of the Day: Autumn Leaves

The song of the day for Monday, October 14, 2024, is “Autumn Leaves.”

About This Song

“Autumn Leaves” was written in 1945 by Joseph Kosma. The original French title was “Les feuilles mortes” (The Dead Leaves) and Jacques Prévert was the lyricist. Johnny Mercer wrote the English lyrics in 1947 and used the title “Autumn Leaves.” Jo Stafford was the first artist to record the song with the English lyrics. Other notable recordings include those by Edith Piaf and Nat King Cole.

About This Version

Tony Bennett recorded this version of Autumn Leaves on October 14, 1964, for his album Who Can I Turn To. George Siravo wrote the arrangement.

“Autumn Leaves,” as well as Who Can I Turn To, is available on Apple Music.

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

The song of the day for Friday, July 19, 2024, 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; it was one of the early swing rhythm songs. 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 the album Who Can I Turn To. It was arranged and conducted by George Siravo.

“Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea,” 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 Saturday, April 6, 2024, is “There’s a Lull in My Life”

About This Song

“There’s a Lull in My Life” was written in 1937 by Harry Revel and Mack Gordon for the 1937 movie Wake Up and Live, where it was introduced by Alice Faye. The song was considered somewhat experimental for its time.

About This Version

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

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