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.
We'll Be Together Again
Tony Bennett Lyrics
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No fears
Remember there's always tomorrow
So what if we have to part
We'll be together again
Your kiss
Your smile
So try thinking with your heart
We'll be together again
Times when I know you'll be lonesome
Times when I know you'll be sad
Don't let temptation surround you
Don't let the blues make you bad
Some day
Some way
We both have a lifetime before us
For parting is not goodbye
We'll be together again.
Times when I know you'll be lonesome
Times when I know you'll be sad
Don't let temptation surround you
Don't let the blues make you bad
Some day
Some way
We both have a lifetime before us
For parting is not goodbye
We'll be together again.
In Tony Bennett's song "We'll Be Together Again," he assures someone who is about to leave him that they will reunite someday. There will be "no tears" or "fears," and they should remember that there is always "tomorrow." Bennett encourages the person not to be sad when they part because they'll be together again. He reminisces about the good times they shared, particularly the person's "kiss" and "smile," which he will "treasure forever." Bennett advises the person to "think with your heart" and assesses that although there will be times when they are "lonesome" or "sad," if they avoid temptation and the blues, they will reunite someday because they have a "lifetime before" them.
The lyrics of the song offer a message of hope and comfort to those who have to be apart for a while. It encourages people to look towards the future with optimism and to trust that even if they have to part, they will eventually reunite. The song's soothing melody further adds to its overall comforting feel.
Line by Line Meaning
No tears
We shouldn't cry nor be sad.
No fears
We shouldn't be afraid or worried about being apart.
Remember there's always tomorrow
We should look forward to the future and believe we'll reunite someday.
So what if we have to part
Even though we have to separate for a while, it doesn't matter.
We'll be together again
We'll be reunited someday.
Your kiss
I'll always cherish the memory of your kiss.
Your smile
I'll always treasure the memory of your smile.
Are memories I'll treasure forever
These memories will always stay with me and be valuable.
So try thinking with your heart
Let your emotions guide you, not your worries or fears.
Times when I know you'll be lonesome
I understand there'll be moments when you'll feel lonely.
Times when I know you'll be sad
I know there'll be times when you'll feel blue.
Don't let temptation surround you
Don't give in to temptation, stay strong.
Don't let the blues make you bad
Don't let sadness consume you, stay positive.
Some day
At some point in the future.
Some way
In some manner or method.
We both have a lifetime before us
We have a long future ahead of us.
For parting is not goodbye
Even though we're apart, it's not permanent farewell.
We'll be together again.
We'll be reunited someday.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: CARL FISCHER, FRANKIE LAINE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@amynyc122
The first song I needed to hear today after hearing the news that Tony Bennett just passed. What a legacy he’s leaving. Forget resting in peace… May he rest in music
@christinamarti4441
See you again Tony ♥️🙏🦋🍀🌻
@fernandorangelpinheiro2544
Unforgettable
@Bruce.-Wayne
Two legends going at it.....doesn't get any better
@donaldscherzi169
Magical. Can't get any better than this.
@judyhawn7870
Bill Evans’s accompaniment makes Bennett 's rendition magic!
@Bonneyanney
so perfect- Thank you
@Sugarbehr1967
This music played during the last episode of LOVE OF LIFE in 1980.
@mike48877
Yes, that was sung by Lou Rawls.
@wandamusictube
Superb