The warmth and romance of Tony singing any song is priceless. I am now 80 years old and I always return to Tony for the best of the best in any era. God Bless him.
1000%!! Just played it for my 90 yr old mom (with dementia) and she was overwhelmed with emotion~ got very teary but absolutely loved it!! She was a professional pianist and was able to tell me afterwards, "Piano. Perfect!."!! RIP Mr. Bennett~ and Thank You for the many decades of music you graced us with ❤❤❤😇
Even in the late stages of his career, Tony Bennett loved the lyrics and sang them like he meant them. The timing and delivery here are exceptional with the beautifully minimal accompaniment of Charlap.
The definitive version he had already recorded of this song. But it is Tony, and each great song will always stand in a new, live in studio recorded, worthy interpretation. Just voice and piano, like in his highlight records with Bill Evans : brave, pure and a treat for those who love the essence of music ! Sure, Tony is an old man, but his craftsmanship remains, his diction is chrystal clear, he lives each word, line and note, his phrasing is original, he hits the notes, and he doesn't cover his face with his microphone, simply because he has the voice and technique not to need so. What a singer ...
Uncle Tony, you're a National Treasure!! I've been so happy to introduce my eight year old granddaughter to your music! As for Bill Charlap, the best thing about an accompanist is knowing when not to play over a singer, and he is absolutely perfection!!
Saw him in Buffalo recently. He's ninety and simply superb. As the story goes, when asked how it feels to be the greatest singer in the world, Frank replied, "Go ask Tony." Thank you Mr. Bennett for the hours and years of joy you have given us.
Dear Mr. Bennet, I've been listening to you for decades. Thank you for keeping on. You are one of the worlds great talents. I will remember you for as long as I live, and the world will remember you forever.
Love how Bill Charlap is looking at the way Mr Bennett was looking that night, but that’s the thing, his presence was so pure, everyone respected his presence which is clearly visible by Mr Charlap’s reaction to hun RIP Sir, You Were A Polished Diamond In A Sea Of Coal
Mr. Smooth! So many years of musical pleasure ! You’re missed greatly Mr. Bennett. The last of the great crooners! And a WWII veteran, Infantryman PFC Anthony Dominic Benedetto was awarded a Bronze Star. Thank you for your service and glad you returned safely and brought your wonderful voice to the masses!
😥It’s so hard to believe that this perfect beautiful voice of caramel velvet is now forever silenced. R.I.P Tony. Nobody could sing a song like you. The angels have a new star singer in their choir now. ❤️🌹
May Your Memory Be a Blessing Upon Us All... Your Music will Live On Eternally and Future Generations will See and Know that Beauty that You have Been Bringing To Your Audiences for Decades. 😎✌️🌹❣️
His voice is forever beautiful! He's been one of my favorite performers since I was a little girl and I saw him on the Ed Sullivan Show. This is for his biggest fan Margaret C who passed away this weekend at the age of 94. A beautiful lady whose eyes would light up when she heard Tony Bennett sing. I don't think I will ever be able to listen to him sing now without crying.
Rest in Peace Tony! This song was played at our wedding as our first dance as husband and wife. It will always remain special to us. Thank you for your wonderful gift of music, Tony!
Bill Charlap has been the most perfect accompaniast. Good to read that Tony has retired from touring and toxic smoke filled clubs. At 95 it certainly's long past time to hang it up. What a great American singer!
I ran into this video a couple weeks ago for the first time. This is a wonderful rendition by these two musical virtuosos! Then a couple days ago I ran into the movie “My Best Friend’s Wedding” and decided to watch it again. And there, in the middle of the movie, I had forgotten that Dermot Mulroney sang this song to Julia Roberts as they slowly danced. “Why does this song sound familiar?” I thought. Then it dawned on me-Tony Bennett!! Well, I had to come back and listen to Tony sing it again. Good grief…the tears are rolling down my face and my nose is running something awful! Two sentimental memories are now blended and locked in my mind. Music is a lovely thing…❤😊❤
I really have respect for you Tony Bennett, becuz you gave credit to Mildred Bailey who is part Native American indian, and said she influence you so much, that you wanted to sing songs like her. Thank you for saying that, becuz i am Native American Indian too, alot of people don't know how many Native American Indians influence the MUSIC INDUSTRY like Blues, Jazz, Folk, Pop, Rock, Heavy Metal.
