Paul Anka wrote this song for Frank. In his book he said Mr Sinatra bugged him for years” Hey kid when you gonna write me something “ and wow did it turn out to be one hell of a song.☮️🇨🇦
I remember listening to this song at a low time in my life and feeling the power of this man’s message surge through me. I told myself I would not be a man who lived on his knees and have sought to live by that sentiment since. God bless
That is a great attitude. When he says "And not the words of someone who kneels" It always makes you think about how you are handling life.....are you kneeling?
My pops loved this song. He fought and worked his ass off to provide for us. Every time in the car when it came on a big smile on his face and tears from his eyes. RIP dad! Thanks guys for reacting.
My grandfather worked for Sinatra. This song gets me every time. My grandfather was my hero, he did things his way, and taught me to do things my way. ❤️ I cry every time I hear this❤️ I miss my grandfather. All I have left is a signed letter from Sinatra and a few others.
This one really does describe the way he lived his life, perfectly. For a fun one, try out 'That's why the lady is a tramp'. Frank was a member of the 'Rat Pack', including him along with Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Jerry Lewis, & Peter Lawford.
yes, the Bogart years, but I believe the reference was being made about the Vegas Pack that featured the 6 guys led by Sinatra, the ones they made a movie about, which included Joey Bishop but certainly not Jerry Lewis.
This song has been played at more than a few funerals. It really is one of those special songs that has remained a great and will probably be for a very long time to come.
I conducted my own Dad's funeral, we played this at the Chapel just before the end. My Dad used to sing it sometimes at the working men's club. It summed up his life, and was a fitting send off.
I was diagnosed with very severe emphysema on 5/11/2022. My fault, did it to myself: smoking, constant campfires, candles and incense with no ventilation. So, to tell my family and friends, I said no words. I sent this song to each and everyone of them. I did it my way. Few regrets.
If you thought this was a song that would be played at the end of your life, check out Frank's version of "It Was A Very Good Year." A powerful song like this, and perhaps even more introspective. There's a black and white video of him in the studio with the orchestra recording it. One of the very best.
Growing up in NYC in the 70-80s, there was a radio station, WNEW-AM, which really backed and promoted Sinatra and other crooners. Riding in my grandfather's big ole caddie on a warm wet night thru the streets of NYC listening to Frank. Thanks grandpa.
My cousin sang this song at my other cousins memorial because he always did things "My Way" and he sang it at his father's memorial too, it's a great way to send loved ones off on their journey! Thank you for letting me sit in with you today and viewing your reaction! It always tears me up too!
This Frank Anthem was actually originally sung and owned by the amazing singer, song writer Paul Anka. Many musicians have covered this over the years but none with the phrasing and vocals if Sinatra. As a fan, when Bon Jovi wrote their hit " It's My Life" they included a line "Like Frank I did it t My Way" as part of the main chorus and lyrics to their song.
Great reaction. It’s super dope to see a guy that can wear his emotions on his sleeve like this. Most dudes are too proud or not enough man to admit they have a sensitive side. Big ups to you my man.
Love this song so much! When I was younger I told myself that if I could sing this song at the end of my life - and mean it, I will know I lived a good life.
Written by Paul Anka, one of the best songs ever written and recorded. It´s was my late mothers favorite song, and the first bithday present I ever bought for her, for my pocket money when i was 5 years old, and actually i still have that record. Love this song. if you love this song, then try and do a reaction to it with the classic pop band Il Divo, they do an absolutely fantastic version of it.
This sounded like it was Frank singing in his later years. The original version of his when he's younger is noticeably different. However, this song is a roadmap to the way Frank lived his life. He was friends with JFK but also Had some mob ties. He was married a few (4) times. He acted in many movies and danced in some. He was a member and leader of "The Rat Pack" which was a group of entertainers that performed in Vegas for years (Sinatra, Dean Martin, Peter Lawford, Sammy Davis Jr. and Joey Bishop. Joey was a comedian. Sinatra broke many barriers back in the day by refusing to appear in many hotel nightclubs unless they would let Sammy Davis Jr. stay there while they were performing together. When Sammy had a very serious car accident and lost his eye, Frank paid All of his medical bills. You need to checkout Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. (Sammy was the consummate entertainer, he did it all: sing, dance, act, play several musical instruments and did impersonations. Sammy started out in Vaudeville at the age of 3 with his dad and uncle (Will Maston). Songs of Sammy's to checkout: Birth of the Blues, Bojangles, What Kind of Fool am I. There are videos of him playing drums and tapping. Dean Martin songs: That's Amore, Everybody Loves Somebody Sometime, Ain't That a Kick in the Head, For The Good Times. More Sinatra songs: Fly Me To The Moon, The Lady Is a Tramp, New York New York, I've got you Under My Skin, Come Fly With Me. These are just some suggestions.
Incredible song. This may be a bit dark, but, yes, this is on my funeral song list to be played at my wake. To me, it's definitely a life affirming song, and not sad at all.
Sinatra was definately a major a major part of the history of music in American history, and I find that now, at the age of 65, this song truly speaks to me.
I’m very very impressed with both of your reactions to this song, Frank Sinatra had a voice of gold and you’re right that they don’t make songs like this anymore, it does really make you put things in perspective
Frank Sinatra was my dad’s favorite singer. At his memorial we played music from my dad’s time (born in 1932) as people came in and paid their condolences. Before the service started, the music wrapped up with this song. On my first birthday after my dad died, I was out with friends. I excused myself to use the mens room. This song was playing over the speakers in the mens room. Yes, I broke out in tears. Just like I do whenever I hear it now.
You should listen to Elvis sing "My Way" from the Aloha from Hawaii concert. It was the first concert broadcast by satellite (1973) with over 1 billion people watching it from more than 40 countries. 🙂 It's always been my fav song! Oh and they did play the Frank version at my Dads funeral.
It was my Grandmother's favorite song..... As soon as I walked in that church is South Philly, this was playing. I can't hear it enough! We miss ya Gommy!
This song is how every man wants to live his life. You admit your mistakes, but if you've done it right they won't be that many. Strong, Proud, Fair and Honest, let no man do you wrong and you do no wrong towards another. Be your own man, a man of his word, Integrity. All that is easier said than done as we all have bosses and situations etc... but that's what makes it so meaningful. My favorite line - "To say the things he truly feels, and not the words of one who kneels" Frank definitely did it his way. Great Reaction
Nice job y'all, Frank Sinatra-That's Life, Fly Me to the Moon, New York New York are very good also plus Ella Fitzgerald- Cry Me a River, Summertime and Louis Armstrong- What a Wonderful World, Hello Brother and La Vie en Rose
I just love the way you both are mesmerized by this man's voice and this song. This is Frank'e signature song ! (Old Blue Eyes ) was Frank's nickname..
Shout out to Paul Anka reinterpretation of this French song it’s timeless .. it’s an inspiration to those of us with time Left and a legacy song for those that have passed on .. I always think of my dad
Check out Elvis and Frank when Elvis came back from army. It was a welcome home show. They did duet. Elvis sang My Way 1973 live Aloha in Hawaii concert.
Paul Anka wrote this just for Frank Sinatra when he was talking about retiring he did for a little while before he went back to work. It was supposed to be his last song but didn't work out that way. Elvis also did this song after Frank.
I remember hearing on the radio once, someone commenting on Frank Sinatra. He said the thing about Sinatra is the way he can make you feel he is singing just to you.
Comme d'habitude by Claude François ( Francois ) 1967: French and English lyrics . The French version of My Way by Frank Sinatra and Paul Anka. a French song about routine in a relationship falling out of love, composed in 1967 by Jacques Revaux, with lyrics by Claude François and Gilles Thibaut [ fr] . Another french song made famous by Tony Bennett. "The Good Life" (originally "La Belle Vie" in French) is a popular song by Sacha Distel and Jack Reardon, published in 1962. Going back to Ol' blue eyes (Frank that is) Summerwind with the fantastic Don Costa. Frank Sinatra: Sinatra Featuring Don Costa & His Orchestra , Big band style at its best.
Frank was a legendary crooner. A singer, a actor nd some times a dancer. " check out a few of other songs he did. Like " Chicago " " New York New York " " Fly Me to the Moon " " That's Life " You will love them.
If you haven't already another couple of songs that were signature songs for Frank Sinatra where that's life and strangers in the night. He also did a duet with his daughter Nancy Sinatra call somethin stupid😊❤
Week yeah, doesn’t take genius, this isn’t the song/lyrics you do as a young man, lol…and no you mean it’s a newer performance, as an older one, would mean he’s younger, instead of older, you have failed on every level, so no idea what lies and shenanigans you’re trying to accomplish, or just that simple to begin with.
@@Plastikdoom yes, I misspoke about it being older, should have said when Frank was older BUT this version was recorded probably a decade after he first released it so it does not have the vocal qualities of the initial release. And btw-congrats on winning the Jerk award for your comment.
You should listen to his "IT WAS A VERY GOOD YEAR" it is ALSO a song that makes you look at your life. That might make you shed a tear as well, as it does me. Have you listened to him singing "NEW YORK, NEW YORK. You are right that music today doesn't have subject matter and lyrics like these. They don't make you think, most don't have much of a melody, and, they just leave me cold. I don't even listen to music today at all, any more. I stick to what I grew up with and the music I was exposed to that came before I was born in 1947, thanks to my mother and my musician father. Every genre you can think of.
My best friend's dad was old school italian. They played this song at the end of his funeral a few months ago. I was good until it started playing it. Lol. Check out "that's life" by Sinatra.
I don't know if you ever heard of a TV character named "Gomer Pyle". It was a classic TV show from the 60's/70's. Anyway, there was an episode where he sings "The Impossible Dream". It was a jaw dropping episode for many reasons. I think you should check it out sometime. 😃
comme d'habitude - was the template melody, whereupon Paul Anka added lyrics. I heard that David Bowie was also commissioned to write lyrics for the melody but Anka got there first. Bowie's song was reworked as Life on Mars.
Another self-reflecting song would be "Woe The Luck'', a great tune from the early 70's by Dan Hicks and His Hot Licks. Little known but hugely relatable.
I remember my professor in law school back in 2005 talking about this song, telling the class that this song is an "ACHIEVER'S SONG" and he discussed its lyrics phrase by phrase and what it means.... Fast forward to present, I've had my own fair share of what the lyrics meant and relating it to what I've gone through in my academic journey. All the memory just flashed into my head, I felt it, I shivered and understand what the song meant for me as I successfully earned my 4th Degree starting from Political Science, Law, Master's Degree and Finally my Ph.D. It just made me cry...
Written by French singer Claude François. The guy died in 1978 standing naked in his bathtub trying to change a dead lamp in the ceiling. You have to be French to do that.