Bennett began singing at an early age. He fought in the final stages of World War II as a U. Read Full BioAnthony Dominick Benedetto, known professionally as Tony Bennett, is an American singer of traditional pop standards, big band, show tunes and jazz. He is also a painter, having created works under his birth name that are on permanent public display in several institutions. He is the founder of the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in Astoria, Queens, New York.
Bennett began singing at an early age. He fought in the final stages of World War II as a U.S. Army infantryman in the European Theater. Afterward, he developed his singing technique, signed with Columbia Records and had his first number-one popular song with "Because of You" in 1951. Several tracks such as "Rags to Riches" followed in early 1953. He then refined his approach to encompass jazz singing. He reached an artistic peak in the late 1950s with albums such as The Beat of My Heart and Basie Swings, Bennett Sings. In 1962, Bennett recorded his signature song, "I Left My Heart in San Francisco". His career and personal life experienced an extended downturn during the height of the rock music era. Bennett staged a comeback in the late 1980s and 1990s, putting out gold record albums again and expanding his reach to the MTV generation while keeping his musical style intact.
Bennett continued to create popular and critically praised work into the 21st century. He attracted acclaim for his collaborations with Lady Gaga, which began with the album Cheek to Cheek (2014); the two performers toured together to promote the album throughout 2014 and 2015. With the release of the duo's second album, Love for Sale (2021), Bennett broke the individual record for the longest span of top-10 albums on the Billboard 200 chart for any living artist; his first top-10 record was I Left My Heart in San Francisco in 1962. Bennett also broke the Guinness World Record for the oldest person to release an album of new material, at the age of 95 years and 60 days.
Bennett has amassed numerous accolades throughout his career, including 19 Grammy Awards and two Primetime Emmy Awards. He was named an NEA Jazz Master and a Kennedy Center Honoree. Bennett has sold over 50 million records worldwide.
In February 2021, it was revealed that Bennett was diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease in 2016. Due to the slow progression of his illness, he continued to record, tour, and perform until his retirement from concert performances in August 2021 due to physical challenges.
Winter Wonderland
Tony Bennett Lyrics
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Are you listening?
In the lane
Snow is glistening
A beautiful sight
Happy tonight
Walking in a winter wonderland
Gone away is the bluebird
Here to stay is a new bird
He sings a love song
As we go along
Walking in a winter wonderland
In the meadow we can build a snowman
And pretend that he is Parson Brown
He'll say, "Are you married?" We'll say, "No man"
But you can do the job when you're in town
Later on
We'll conspire
As we drink
By the fire
To face unafraid
The plans that we've made
Walking in a winter wonderland
In the meadow we can build a snowman
And pretend that he's a circus clown
We'll have lots of fun with mister snowman
Until the other kiddies knock him down
Later on
We'll conspire
As we dream
By the fire
To face unafraid
The plans that we made
Walking in a winter wonderland
Tony, it's snowing!
Merry Christmas
"Winter Wonderland" is a classic Christmas song that captures the magic and joy of the winter season. Sung by many artists, the version by Tony Bennett is a memorable one. The song uses vivid imagery to describe a romantic walk through the snow, emphasizing the beauty of the season. The opening line "Sleigh bells ring, are you listening?" invokes the familiar jingle of holiday music and sets the tone for the song's cheerful and festive atmosphere. The lyrics describe the snow as "glistening" and the sight as "beautiful," highlighting the serene and picturesque quality of the winter landscape. The song's upbeat tempo and lively instrumentation add to its joyous feel.
The second verse introduces a new bird that sings a love song as the couple continues their winter walk. This sets up the romantic theme of the song and sets the stage for the snowman-building that follows. The chirping of the new bird, combined with the playful tone of the lyrics, suggests the feeling of being carefree and childlike during the winter season. The line "He'll say, 'Are you married?' We'll say, 'No man,'" adds a bit of humor to the verse, showing that even in the middle of winter, love and courtship are still on the minds of the couple.
In the third verse, the couple builds a snowman in the meadow and playfully pretends that he is "Parson Brown," a reference to a fictional character who would perform wedding ceremonies in old English legends. This could be interpreted as the couple's playful and imaginative way of considering their own futures together. The later verses describe more snowman-building and dreaming by the fire, emphasizing the joyful, lighthearted spirit of the season.
Line by Line Meaning
Sleigh bells ring
The sound of bells ringing from a vehicle that is being pulled by horses or reindeers.
Are you listening?
Asking someone if they can hear the sleigh bells ringing.
In the lane
Referring to a road or a street.
Snow is glistening
The snow is sparkling or shining brightly in the sun or under a streetlight.
A beautiful sight
Referring to the snow-covered scenery that looks stunning and breathtaking.
Happy tonight
The snowy environment makes the person feel joyful and content.
Walking in a winter wonderland
Enjoying a stroll in the snow-covered area, where everything looks magical and enchanting.
Gone away is the bluebird
The bluebird has left for the winter and won't return until spring.
Here to stay is a new bird
A new bird, which is native to winter, has arrived and will remain throughout the cold season.
He sings a love song
The bird is chirping a melodious tune, probably to attract a mate.
As we go along
As the person walks in the snow, they can hear the bird singing and enjoy the melody.
In the meadow we can build a snowman
Referring to a large open field covered in snow, a place ideal for building a snowman.
And pretend that he is Parson Brown
Personifying the snowman by giving it a name of a religious figure, probably to impress someone.
He'll say, 'Are you married?' We'll say, 'No man'
The person imagines that the snowman is trying to inquire about their relationship status and they respond by saying they are not married.
But you can do the job when you're in town
Implying that the snowman, being a religious figure or just a snowman, couldn't marry them, but they will find someone else to do it eventually.
Later on
At a later time in the day or evening.
We'll conspire
The person is planning something secretive or exciting with someone else.
As we drink
Referring to having a drink, possibly alcohol, that will keep them warm in the snow.
By the fire
Enjoying the warmth of the flames from the fireplace while having their drink.
To face unafraid
They will confront something that might be scary, but they are not afraid of it.
The plans that we've made
Referring to the earlier planning of something with someone else.
Tony, it's snowing!
Someone named Tony is being notified that it's snowing outside.
Merry Christmas
A typical Christmas greeting, wishing the person a happy holiday season.
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Written by: Richard B. Smith, Felix Bernard
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Ana Isabella
Sleigh bells ring, are you listening?
In the lane, snow is glistening
A beautiful sight, we're happy tonight
Walking in a winter wonderland
Gone away, is the bluebird
Here to stay, is the new bird
He's singing a song, as we go along
Walking in a winter wonderland
In the meadow we can build a snowman
And pretend that he is Parson Brown
He'll say "Are you married?"
We'll say "No man"
You can do the job
When you're in town
Later on, we'll conspire
As we dream, by the fire
To face unafraid
The plans that we've made
Walking in a winter wonderland
In the meadow we can build a snowman
And pretend that he's a circus clown
We'll have lots of fun with Mr. Snowman
Until the other kids come knock him down
When it's snows, ain't it thrilling?
Though you know kids are chilling
We'll frolic and play
The Eskimo way
Walking in a winter wonderland
Sunman
"Winter Wonderland" is a song written in 1934 by Felix Bernard and lyricist Richard B. Smith. Due to its seasonal theme, it is often regarded as a Christmas song in the Northern Hemisphere. Since its original recording by Richard Himber, it has been covered by over 200 different artists, including Air Supply, Jo Stafford, Doris Day, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers, Johnny Mathis with Percy Faith with His Orchestra, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Amy Grant, Michael Bublé, The Eurythmics, Selena Gomez, Alan Jackson, and Radiohead.
"The song's lyrics are about a couple enjoying a picturesque winter landscape. They build a snowman, whom they agree to pretend is Parson Brown. They imagine the snowman asking if the couple is married, to which they tell him that they are not, and tell the snowman that he can marry them.
"Smith, a native of Honesdale, Pennsylvania, was reportedly inspired to write the song after seeing Honesdale's Central Park covered in snow. Smith had written the lyrics while being treated for tuberculosis in the West Mountain Sanitarium in Scranton."
~https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winter_Wonderland
"Snowfall: The Tony Bennett Christmas Album" is a 1968 studio album by Tony Bennett, his first Christmas album.[3] It was arranged and conducted by Robert Farnon.
Track 9. "Winter Wonderland" Felix Bernard, Dick Smith
Personnel
Tony Bennett – vocal
Robert Farnon – arrangement, conducting
Jack Gold – producer
~https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snowfall:_The_Tony_Bennett_Christmas_Album
Santa's Tipsy Tunes Playlist
~https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mNDaIqRhz_O3ew9kjLnKpkv4Kv0zT4LLE
Amanda Baroncini
It's September but I swear this is the only thing that motivates me to do stuff
Ana Isabella
Sleigh bells ring, are you listening?
In the lane, snow is glistening
A beautiful sight, we're happy tonight
Walking in a winter wonderland
Gone away, is the bluebird
Here to stay, is the new bird
He's singing a song, as we go along
Walking in a winter wonderland
In the meadow we can build a snowman
And pretend that he is Parson Brown
He'll say "Are you married?"
We'll say "No man"
You can do the job
When you're in town
Later on, we'll conspire
As we dream, by the fire
To face unafraid
The plans that we've made
Walking in a winter wonderland
In the meadow we can build a snowman
And pretend that he's a circus clown
We'll have lots of fun with Mr. Snowman
Until the other kids come knock him down
When it's snows, ain't it thrilling?
Though you know kids are chilling
We'll frolic and play
The Eskimo way
Walking in a winter wonderland
Lenny
You have my respect
Katerina Kiaha
Your lyrics are a bit wrong. Thanks for playing.
Sunman
"Winter Wonderland" is a song written in 1934 by Felix Bernard and lyricist Richard B. Smith. Due to its seasonal theme, it is often regarded as a Christmas song in the Northern Hemisphere. Since its original recording by Richard Himber, it has been covered by over 200 different artists, including Air Supply, Jo Stafford, Doris Day, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers, Johnny Mathis with Percy Faith with His Orchestra, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Amy Grant, Michael Bublé, The Eurythmics, Selena Gomez, Alan Jackson, and Radiohead.
"The song's lyrics are about a couple enjoying a picturesque winter landscape. They build a snowman, whom they agree to pretend is Parson Brown. They imagine the snowman asking if the couple is married, to which they tell him that they are not, and tell the snowman that he can marry them.
"Smith, a native of Honesdale, Pennsylvania, was reportedly inspired to write the song after seeing Honesdale's Central Park covered in snow. Smith had written the lyrics while being treated for tuberculosis in the West Mountain Sanitarium in Scranton."
~https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winter_Wonderland
"Snowfall: The Tony Bennett Christmas Album" is a 1968 studio album by Tony Bennett, his first Christmas album.[3] It was arranged and conducted by Robert Farnon.
Track 9. "Winter Wonderland" Felix Bernard, Dick Smith
Personnel
Tony Bennett – vocal
Robert Farnon – arrangement, conducting
Jack Gold – producer
~https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snowfall:_The_Tony_Bennett_Christmas_Album
Santa's Tipsy Tunes Playlist
~https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_mNDaIqRhz_O3ew9kjLnKpkv4Kv0zT4LLE
hope mannix
I didn't NEED to know this, but I'm glad I do
Letybac
I love your voice, your music ! Thank you Tony Bennett!!! Leticia from Buenos Aires !
Nick Riggio
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Reid McAllister
this year let’s all pretend santa is real just to make 2020 better
ひじリ
wdym he is real