Yep. His voice is so smooth you can cut it with a knife, having a quality and charisma that spans generations. It's hard to put into words. It's not readily recognizable, or "signature" like Dean Martin, but reaches out like no other to everybody.
Frank Sinatra was, and always will be, one of the greatest singers to have ever lived. He touched so many people, and his voice will always be recognizable in music history. Rest easy, Frank Sinatra. You touched the world...your way.
One of my biggest regrets is that when I lived in Vegas I never got to see Mr. Sinatra perform live. I was busy with high school and then I moved away to San Francisco in 1970, one of the biggest mistakes of my life. I loved the old Las Vegas. But we met because my Mother and the late Totie Fields were in the Riviera Coffee Shop and Mr. Sinatra started calling me The Kid and I always called him Mr. Sinatra. He was very kind to me during the time I lived there. I miss him a lot and have dozens of his cds and was glad we got to be friends.
ha Ha yeah San Francisco sucks. Went to school there in the 80's and it sucked than. At least we didn't have human waste in all forms on the streets than. Live in Vegas now. Not what it was as in old vegas, but it still beats the hell out of that creepy SF. And at 20 per cent of the housing costs. By the way we're stealing/have stolen one of your football teams for good measure.
@@edmundmcgrath213 Not MY team. I am from Pittsburgh originally and post videos on You Tube as George Senda - The Guy From Pittsburgh. ( NOT my impostor ). I am a Steelers fan. = I feel sorry for Raiders fans. They are insanely loyal to the Raiders but the Raiders ownership keeps screwing them over and that's so very wrong. And I lived in San Francisco on and off from 1964-1980 and then for a year in 1990. It was a wonderful place to live but started to go to hell as crack came on the scene and insane liberals took over city hall and the House seats and turned the city into a Socialist hellhole where no one can afford to live, instead of the beloved city it once was.
I'm 80-years-old and I STILL remember vividly, my mother dragging me by the hand to the Roxy/Paramount theaters in NY to hear Sinatra sing. I think that that's when I fell in love with him!!!!
@@scxtterblitz That's not a very nice thing to say. Do you think that 80 year old people are totally inept & senile? I'll have you know that l am also 80 years old, & l still have all my mental faculties. AND l can type you under the table (so to speak). What's more, you had better not call ME a liar!! One more thing... since you're so clever... do you notice how l have written "you're"? That's the correct way of writing "you are" in a contracted fashion. Your grammar leaves a lot to be desired, so be very careful before you criticize someone else and call them a liar.
@@rickm7839 Rick, grow up and go back to school and at least finish grade school. You have to go back a few decades when all this about Frank came out. Running money for the mob is a well-known story and thinking he was a tough guy. All this take to much time for me. Look it up yourself.
CaptainArt777 hey why do you have to be such an asshole, so a persons dad like frank Sinatra music, that's his right. Take a fucking walk and butt out. You identify with stupid.
"The only thing that you owe to public is the good performance" - words that a lot of people in entertainment business should hear just about now. Frank lives on through his music and lives he touched, shame I never got a chance to hear him live.
My intro to Frank was my mom. Those memories of Sinatra singing Christmas carols in the mornings. She'd play his Christmas music through the holidays. Those memories are so warm, that to this very day, 55 years later - I'll be listening to Frank's Jingle Bells, in the middle of summer.
Hello. I love his voice and I love all his songs. I couldn't afford to go see him in person I was too poor and then years later he came to the majestic theater and I still couldn't afford to go see him
I had the privilege of seeing Mr. Sinatra at Symphony Hall in Boston in 1986. When he sang Summer Winds I had to close my eyes because the moment was so incredible.... so magical! There will never be anyone that even comes close to Frank Sinatra.....❤️
I was there, too! As well as 20X at Desert Inn at 'ringside' table in Vegas & half-a-dozen other X in Boston, in Atlantic City, & somewhere in the mid-west. It still wasn't enough & he was always a gentleman & took pictures w/me in Vegas. I feel so fortunate...
Frank's last words (apparently, and I believe it) was when his nurse heard him say ''I'm losing it'' in his final moments of trying to stay alive in hospital. Sounds true that Frank would say that to let us all know he tried to the end to stay with us all as long as he could. One of only a handful of entertainers that will remain with us all for a century or two.
Precious Baby Doll he certainly was ! His performance in Manchuria Candidate was also brilliant ! There was a scene on a train he had with Janet Leigh , it was so real !
Although a lot of singers covered his songs, there is definitely nothing better than his voice. That's why people all over the world continue listening to his songs.
Frank Sinatra was not of my time, but his Christmas album has been a part of the holidays for as long as I can remember. He may be gone, but his music will never die🖤
Love and will always love Mr. Sinatra. A voice like no other. I have loved this man since I was 6 years old. Now I’m 39 and still love that remarkable voice and miss that, class,style that was MR.S.
I grew up listening to Old Blue Eyes’ music, my mother thought he was the greatest singer of the 20th century and played his music all the time. He certainly had his ups and downs, personally and professionally, but Frank will never be surpassed as a singer. My mother died a few months ago and I like to think she’s finally seeing her idol in person.
My Dad (1929-2014) and my Mom (1931-2007) loved this guy. Just listening to him reminds me of them and when I was a kid. I sure miss them both so much. No matter how old you are when you lose a parent there will be a little child buried deep inside that lost your mom/dad.
It was a very dark day when Mr. Sinatra passed, all I could think about was why I NEVER saw him live. RIP Chairman Of THE BOARD You are sincerely missed
Brought up with Frank sinatra thanks to my parents. My father passed away a year ago and even tho at his funeral my way wasn't played, I thought that would have been befitting of his 92 years of life. Thanks dad for bringing Frank Sinatra's songs to our lives. He was a legend, you'll never get anyone like Frank again may he rest in peace.
He will never be forgotten, he will never be abandoned, he will never be left behind, but he will be remembered for all of his songs filled with real passion and honesty. He is and will always be a true artist. One of a kind. A man of his own music, of his own talents, and of his own heart. Frank, we will never forget you and what you did. You truly did it, your way. A way that can never be performed by anybody, but yourself. An artist that no one can best. You truly are The Voice. Have a good day everyone, and I hope that you are all doing well.
Why do the truly great musicians have to go off and leave us? We have lost so many remarkable artists in the last 20+ years, truly a tragedy, but thank goodness they left us with their recordings and live performances, taped, so that we can never forget them. Out of all of them, there are a very few who are still very popular with their records, and taped performances, so they will never really leave us, we're thankful for that.
During his life, Frank helped raise over $1 billion for various charities. He did so much anonymously. After his passing, more stories surfaced about his profound generosity.
Two weeks before Sinatras death, I borrowed from my uncle his Sinatra Duets albums, and I listened to them over and over again. So when Sinatra did die unexpectedly in 1997, I knew all his main songs. Its almost like I had a premonition of it all, with the timing.
Absolutely, and I'd wager that Sinatra is one of the few who will still be listened to for the next 50 years, as he gets new fans all the time! Maybe even into next century, if this planet is still around!
The night we heard the news that Frank had died, the old girl and I got drunk and sang Frank's hits at the top of our voices. The following day, the neighbours thanked us for the concert. They loved Frankie as much as we did.
One of my favorite albums is titled “Francis A. and Edward K.” that he recorded in 1968 with Duke Ellington. The collaboration was sheer magic. Although I never met Sinatra, I did have the pleasure of meeting Ellington after a performance in Nashville, just a year before he passed away. He was a remarkable gentleman.
Every account of I've read says the recording session was a near disaster. Ellington's band, most of whom didn't read music, came in unprepared and not knowing Billy May's arrangements. That lead to a decision to drop most of the new songs and to play most of the songs at slow tempos. What stopped it from being a disaster was the "sheer magic" of having Sinatra, Duke Ellington, and Billy May in the room to set things straight. I think the album is uneven, but that'll happen when you've gotten used to Sinatra's work with his favourite group, Count Basie and his Orchestra. My personal feeling is that Sinatra felt an album with Ellington would be just as good.
I saw FS at MSG, one of his last performances, and Edie Gormet was with him. Apparently at this point in his life he needed another on stage with him, as she practically led him around the stage by hand. Despite four teleprompters above the square stage, that he could see whichever way he turned, he missed lyrics, and came in at the wrong time after band riffs. It was great seeing him for the 4th time, yet it was sad seeing him like this. The people close to him should have somehow prevented those appearances from happening, yet I guess you never tell FS what to do.
My mom introduced me to him. When I was in my mid teens she would play his music daily. Without realizing it I found myself not just listening but starting to realize how great he delivered each song. Well I’m now 79 and Still listen to him as often as possible. I think one of the greatest gifts my mom gave me was turning me onto the greatest interpreter of songs ever.
@@lydianicolls255 - no one could knock Frank out of the scene. He was getting older and Elvis was young and appealing to the younger fans. Same goes for Elvis. Many fans say the Beatles kicked Elvis out. Not true either. Sinatra is still revered today by millions. So is Elvis and the Beatles. Three iconic singers that we are fortunate enough have appreciated.
It's also worth mentioning that Sinatra was a life long friend of Judy Garland and helped her family out finically when she passed away. Not only was Sinatra one of the most iconic singers and performers of the 20th century, he was a true New York gentlemen. RIP Frankie
I will never forget the night when my husband cried over the news of Frank's death. My Herbie sang Frank's ballads throughout our marriage. When Herb died on 12/12/20 I envisioned Frank welcoming Herb to come on stage and join him for a birthday bash. I subscribed to Siiriusly Sinatra that night and have never turned it off.
Frank Sinatra nobody will ever get to his pure genius as a entertainer and a man who could sing any song a legend who will never be forgotten as actor and brilliant singer
Yes, Sinatra paved the way for Sammy, even INSISTED that if Sammy couldn't perform, he wouldn't either. JFK's inaugural omitted many, for many reasons, none of which matter anymore. But JKF made sure all the women he wanted were there, he was the worst womanizing, unfaithful husband in Presidential history!
I agree somewhat about those doors, but in fairness, you havto give credit where it's due: Sammy Davis Jnr's still unrivaled talent, plus his beautiful, generous, shining glorious nice guy personality was a major factor!!! Though I do acknowledge the fact that Frank said something along the lines of "No Sammy, then No Frank, or the rest of us either, and he WON'T be using any back doors either. Fair play to them all: Frank, Sammy, Dean, Joey and, last but not least, poor, unfortunate Peter [the way in which he was used, abused, chewed up and spat out ALL HIS LIFE: firstly by his mother; then the Kennedy's -although im usually had a fan of theirs, especially RFK & JFK- apart from that; then Frank had him virtually blacklisted, because of a promise broken by JFK, & Frank "shot the messanger"; then by his ex nieces and nephews after Pat K was done with him; he died as he lived(albeit for the brief respite of those few glorious years of the ratpack) Alone, flat broke and abandoned by those who should've loved him... Very sad indeed]... They all had a LOT of talent; the kind of innocent hilarity seldom seen today, apart from the likes of Robin Williams RIP RIP TO THEM ALL. HEAVEN MUST BE SOME CRAIC!!!
I do not care what anyone says, Frank Sinatra is a legend and an icon. I was a kid in the 80s, bought 'New York, New York' by mistake, I loved the record cover, I have been a fan ever since.
My favorite singer. The voice. He could things with a lyric that no one could do. Listen to him sing. And pay attention to the timing and the nuance of each word. Magic.
Love sinatra, he shaped my life for the better love his music, films and especially his dress style, to this day I copy is style, sharp and well dressed.
Frank was the Greatest. What a Voice, WOW zzzzer , 🎙️🎼🎶, I can't tell you how many times I'm singing in the shower🚿 this guy songs, Plus he was a great Actor in the movies also. thanks for sharing 👍🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆
Tony Roma , Robin and the 7 hoods , Ocean's 11 the original , From Here to Eternity , the Young Lions , 4 for Texas . There's several more movies BUT I'm lucky that I remembered these .
Frank was incredibly generous to the every day people he met in his life. He will live on forever in his glorious music. Every Sunday I listen to the Frank Sinatra hour at 8pm (The Bing Crosby hour at 7pm) on my local Jazz station.
Some say Jr. Was better than Sr. In his older age. Saw Jr.in concert Just before he passed. Awesome show. My late father was a Drummer I. The 40s. He loved it. And Jr. Reconise my Dad. Wow! . My Dad was a "Sit in" drummer for many bands
From the late 30's through the mid 90's, Frank Sinatra never failed to entertain us. One of my favorite memories of him was when his song "Love and marriage" was used as the theme song to the show "Married, with children." It was one of many hits he had, but it kept him on the map. The swag he had was legendary, as was his voice. It sucks knowing that no matter what he did to take care of himself, or to do harm to himself, in the end, his own body turned its back on him, another great man, lost to dementia.
He wasn't perfect, no one is, and maybe had more flaws than most, but that can be said about many high achievers and creative people. Hard to judge someone you've never known personally. No doubt a great singer.
I never knew Frank Sinatra. Sure, he was the greatest singer in the history of recorded music, and for about 15 years, he was a great dramatic actor, too, but the deaths of famous people don't move me, unless they're presidents. Besides which, he suffered so much in his final years, I figured it would be a blessing for him to go. And then the news came. He was gone, at 82. I was in a funk for days.
