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.
Bennett died in New York City on Friday, July 21, 2023, at the age of 96. His death was announced by his publicist.
Song From The Oscar
Tony Bennett Lyrics
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You should care for me!
S' awful nice! 'S paradise!
S' what I love to see!
You've made my life so glamorous
You can't blame me for feeling amorous.
Oh! 'S wonderful! 'S marvelous!
S' wonderful! S' marvelous!
That you should care for me!
S' awful nice! S' paradise!
S' what I love to see!
My dear, it's four-leaf clover time
From now on my heart's working overtime.
Oh! S' wonderful! 'S marvelous!
That you should care for me!
The lyrics to Tony Bennett's "Song From The Oscar" express joy and gratitude for a lover's affection. The use of the words "s' wonderful" and "s' marvelous" indicate the singer's extreme delight and satisfaction with his partner. He expresses his adoration for the person and how they have made his life more enjoyable and glamorous. The line "you've made my life so glamorous" suggests that the person has brought a sense of luxury and elegance to his life. He also acknowledges his own feelings of desire, stating that "you can't blame me for feeling amorous."
The second verse adds a sense of playfulness to the song, with the words "it's four-leaf clover time" suggesting a sense of luck and good fortune. The line "from now on my heart's working overtime" indicates the singer's commitment to the relationship and the effort he is willing to put in to ensure its success. Overall, the lyrics express a deep sense of appreciation and joy for the love and care the singer has received from his partner, along with a sense of commitment to the relationship in the future.
Line by Line Meaning
S' wonderful! 'S marvelous!
Everything is amazing and delightful.
You should care for me!
You have a special place in your heart for me.
S' awful nice! 'S paradise!
Things are so wonderful, it feels like paradise.
S' what I love to see!
I am happy to see everything going so well.
You've made my life so glamorous
You have brought excitement and enchantment into my life.
You can't blame me for feeling amorous.
I am feeling passionate and grateful for your love.
Oh! 'S wonderful! 'S marvelous!
I am filled with joy and wonder.
That you should care for me!
Your care and affection mean the world to me.
My dear, it's four-leaf clover time
This is an incredibly lucky and fortunate moment in my life.
From now on my heart's working overtime.
I am overwhelmed with emotion and love.
Oh! S' wonderful! 'S marvelous!
I am filled with joy and astonishment.
That you should care for me!
Your love and care are the greatest gifts in my life.
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: IRVING BERLIN
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