I saw Eddie and Buddy at the Palace back in 1967. Actually, Carrie had Eddie's eyes, miss Eddie and Carrie, may they both rest in peace. Thanks for posting this, it brings back some great memories.
It's because he COULDN'T keep time OR sing with consistency. Read the book titled "The Box" and you'll find out what a chore it was to even have him record a sing.
Eddie Fisher why did you get involved with this terrible musical episode. It's not the kind of music associated with your unique golden voice at its peak many decades ago. Your vocal chords seem to be rough & in low gear, & way past its peak. I think your are still suffering the after effects of liz Taylor's interrruptions. Golden poignantly sobering words in respect of a former great romantic ballad singer, by Peter E. Farrar.