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Can’t We Be Friends is a standard from 1929. Composed by Kay Swift (C) and Paul James (L).
Monday evening jazz lesson with Chris. I heard someone play this lovely standard, and I took it to Chris. I’m grateful that he was interested in it also! Thanks, Chris! Now, here’s the history of this great standard from Wiki:
"Can't We Be Friends?" is a 1929 song with lyrics by Paul James and music by Kay Swift, introduced on Broadway in "The Little Show" by Libby Holman. It was later recorded by many artists including Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald, and Frank Sinatra.
Here's a deeper dive from beatcrave.com:
"Frank Sinatra’s rendition of “Can’t We Be Friends?” is an iconic song that explores the bittersweet emotions of a failed relationship. Released in 1950 as part of Sinatra’s album “The Columbia Years”, the song speaks to the complexities of love and the lingering hope for reconciliation.
The lyrics of “Can’t We Be Friends?” beautifully capture the anguish and longing felt when a once-close connection is lost. The opening lines, “I thought I’d found the man of my dreams / Now, it seems, this is how the story ends,” instantly convey a sense of heartbreak and disappointment. Sinatra’s soothing voice adds depth and vulnerability to the words, highlighting the pain of shattered expectations.
This classic love song delves deeper into the bittersweet concept of remaining friends after a romantic relationship has failed. It explores the desire to salvage something meaningful from the ashes of a broken love affair. The lyrics express a longing to maintain a connection, even if the romantic spark has fizzled out. In a world where ex-partners often drift apart, “Can’t We Be Friends?” questions whether it’s possible to salvage a friendship from the remnants of a failed romance.
Frequently Asked Questions About “Can’t We Be Friends?” by Frank Sinatra
1. What inspired Frank Sinatra to record “Can’t We Be Friends?”?
Frank Sinatra was inspired to record “Can’t We Be Friends?” due to his personal experiences with failed relationships. He understood the universal struggle of maintaining a friendship after a romantic connection has ended and felt a deep connection with the song’s themes.
2. Who wrote the lyrics and composed the music for “Can’t We Be Friends?”?
The lyrics of “Can’t We Be Friends?” were penned by Paul James and Sammy Cahn, while the music was composed by Kay Swift [1929]. Their collaborative efforts birthed this timeless piece of music.
3. What other artists have covered “Can’t We Be Friends?” over the years?
Numerous artists have covered “Can’t We Be Friends?” since its release, including Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, and Billie Holiday. Each artist brings their unique interpretation to the song, further cementing its status as a classic in the American songbook...
7. Has “Can’t We Be Friends?” been featured in any films or television shows?
Yes, “Can’t We Be Friends?” has been featured in various films and television shows over the years. It has appeared in movies like “Bugsy” and “The Sweetie Guy” and has been used in TV series such as “Mad Men” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”. Its inclusion in these productions adds to the song’s enduring popularity.
8. What makes “Can’t We Be Friends?” a timeless song?
“Can’t We Be Friends?” transcends time due to its relatable themes and emotional resonance. The universal experience of failed relationships and the desire for post-romantic connection make the song relevant to listeners across generations.
9. How did the public respond to “Can’t We Be Friends?” upon its release?
Upon its release, “Can’t We Be Friends?” garnered widespread acclaim and solidified Sinatra’s position as a leading voice in popular music. The song received extensive airplay and became a fan favorite, further contributing to Sinatra’s meteoric rise to stardom.
10. Are there any notable covers of “Can’t We Be Friends?” by other artists?
In addition to the aforementioned artists, contemporary acts like Michael Bublé and Diana Krall have also covered “Can’t We Be Friends?” in their own unique styles. These interpretations ensure the song’s continued popularity among new generations of listeners.
11. How does “Can’t We Be Friends?” resonate with listeners today?
“Can’t We Be Friends?” resonates with listeners today because it delves into the intricacies of human relationships. Its exploration of love, loss, and the desire for continued connection strikes a chord with individuals navigating the complexities of their own interpersonal connections.
12. What impact did “Can’t We Be Friends?” have on Frank Sinatra’s career?
“Can’t We Be Friends?” played a significant role in solidifying Frank Sinatra’s status as a legendary musician. The song showcased his versatility and emotional depth as an artist, propelling his career to new heights and establishing him as one of the most influential voices in music history.
"Can't We Be Friends?" is a 1929 song with lyrics by Paul James and music by Kay Swift, introduced on Broadway in "The Little Show" by Libby Holman. It was later recorded by many artists including Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald, and Frank Sinatra.
Here's a deeper dive from beatcrave.com:
"Frank Sinatra’s rendition of “Can’t We Be Friends?” is an iconic song that explores the bittersweet emotions of a failed relationship. Released in 1950 as part of Sinatra’s album “The Columbia Years”, the song speaks to the complexities of love and the lingering hope for reconciliation.
The lyrics of “Can’t We Be Friends?” beautifully capture the anguish and longing felt when a once-close connection is lost. The opening lines, “I thought I’d found the man of my dreams / Now, it seems, this is how the story ends,” instantly convey a sense of heartbreak and disappointment. Sinatra’s soothing voice adds depth and vulnerability to the words, highlighting the pain of shattered expectations.
This classic love song delves deeper into the bittersweet concept of remaining friends after a romantic relationship has failed. It explores the desire to salvage something meaningful from the ashes of a broken love affair. The lyrics express a longing to maintain a connection, even if the romantic spark has fizzled out. In a world where ex-partners often drift apart, “Can’t We Be Friends?” questions whether it’s possible to salvage a friendship from the remnants of a failed romance.
Frequently Asked Questions About “Can’t We Be Friends?” by Frank Sinatra
1. What inspired Frank Sinatra to record “Can’t We Be Friends?”?
Frank Sinatra was inspired to record “Can’t We Be Friends?” due to his personal experiences with failed relationships. He understood the universal struggle of maintaining a friendship after a romantic connection has ended and felt a deep connection with the song’s themes.
2. Who wrote the lyrics and composed the music for “Can’t We Be Friends?”?
The lyrics of “Can’t We Be Friends?” were penned by Paul James and Sammy Cahn, while the music was composed by Kay Swift [1929]. Their collaborative efforts birthed this timeless piece of music.
3. What other artists have covered “Can’t We Be Friends?” over the years?
Numerous artists have covered “Can’t We Be Friends?” since its release, including Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, and Billie Holiday. Each artist brings their unique interpretation to the song, further cementing its status as a classic in the American songbook...
7. Has “Can’t We Be Friends?” been featured in any films or television shows?
Yes, “Can’t We Be Friends?” has been featured in various films and television shows over the years. It has appeared in movies like “Bugsy” and “The Sweetie Guy” and has been used in TV series such as “Mad Men” and “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel”. Its inclusion in these productions adds to the song’s enduring popularity.
8. What makes “Can’t We Be Friends?” a timeless song?
“Can’t We Be Friends?” transcends time due to its relatable themes and emotional resonance. The universal experience of failed relationships and the desire for post-romantic connection make the song relevant to listeners across generations.
9. How did the public respond to “Can’t We Be Friends?” upon its release?
Upon its release, “Can’t We Be Friends?” garnered widespread acclaim and solidified Sinatra’s position as a leading voice in popular music. The song received extensive airplay and became a fan favorite, further contributing to Sinatra’s meteoric rise to stardom.
10. Are there any notable covers of “Can’t We Be Friends?” by other artists?
In addition to the aforementioned artists, contemporary acts like Michael Bublé and Diana Krall have also covered “Can’t We Be Friends?” in their own unique styles. These interpretations ensure the song’s continued popularity among new generations of listeners.
11. How does “Can’t We Be Friends?” resonate with listeners today?
“Can’t We Be Friends?” resonates with listeners today because it delves into the intricacies of human relationships. Its exploration of love, loss, and the desire for continued connection strikes a chord with individuals navigating the complexities of their own interpersonal connections.
12. What impact did “Can’t We Be Friends?” have on Frank Sinatra’s career?
“Can’t We Be Friends?” played a significant role in solidifying Frank Sinatra’s status as a legendary musician. The song showcased his versatility and emotional depth as an artist, propelling his career to new heights and establishing him as one of the most influential voices in music history.
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I Will is a love song from the 1968 double album from the Beatles, known as "The White Album."
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Monday evening jazz lesson with Chris. I'm very grateful to Chris for playing this sweet classic from Paul McCartney and the Beatles. I heard this at a wedding recently, and what a perfect song for such a lovely occasion! Now, here’s the story of this song from Wiki: "I Will" is a song by the English rock band the Beatles, from their 1968 double album The Beatles (also known as "the White Album...
Poinciana is a jazz standard written in 1936 by Nat Simon (C) and Buddy Bernier (L).
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Monday evening jazz session with Chris and Forrest. Thanks for playing this sweet Bossa! Now, here's the story of this song from Wiki: " "Poinciana" is a song by Nat Simon with English lyrics by Buddy Bernier and Spanish lyrics written in 1936 by Manuel Lliso. Background The song has been identified as a development of a Cuban folk song entitled "La Canción del Árbol", traditional with new lyri...
Meditation is a Bossa standard from the 1960 album Gilberto and Jobim (Antonio Carlos Jobim).
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Monday evening jazz with Chris and Forrest. Thanks so much for playing this wonderful Bossa! Now, here's the story of this song from allmusic.com: " Meditation (Meditação) Review by Bill Janovitz First released on Gilberto and Jobim (1960) Antonio Carlos Jobim teamed up early in his career with a childhood friend and nightclub pianist, Newton Mendonca, and lyricist Norman Gimbel for the gracefu...
Wrapped Around Your Finger is a beautiful, haunting song from the Police album Synchronicity, 1983.
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Monday night jazz lesson... Many many thanks to Chris and Forrest for playing one of my favorite songs by The Police! Now, here's the story of the song from Wiki: " "Wrapped Around Your Finger" is the second single in the UK (and the fourth single in the US) from the Police's 1983 album Synchronicity. Written by Sting, it was released worldwide by A&M Records and featured the non-album track "S...
Ten Years Gone is a sweet sweet classic from Led Zeppelin's 1975 album "Physical Graffiti."
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Ike visits and comes through on my wish to play one of our favorite songs by Led Zeppelin. Now, here's the story of this treasure from Wiki: " "Ten Years Gone" is a song by English rock band Led Zeppelin from their 1975 album Physical Graffiti. Record producer Rick Rubin has described the song as, "A deep, reflective piece with hypnotic, interweaving riffs. Light and dark, shadow and glare. It ...
The Very Thought of You was written by Ray Noble in 1934 and covered by so many great musicians.
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Monday evening session with Chris. Thanks for playing this sweet old song which you know as TVTOY. Now, here's the story of this tune from Wiki: "The Very Thought of You" is a pop standard that was recorded and published in 1934 with music and lyrics by Ray Noble. The song was first recorded by Ray Noble and His Orchestra with Al Bowlly on vocals for HMV in England in April 1934. This record wa...
Agua de Beber is a Bossa Nova classic from Antonio Carlos Jobim's first album in1963.
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Monday evening Jazz session with Chris. So grateful to Chris for playing beautiful Bossa Nova music from Sr. Antonio Carlos Jobim. When i grew up during the 1960s, this sweet, Brazilian cultural music made it's way to American television and radio, and i fell in love with it. Now, here's the wonderful story of this song from Wiki: "Água de Beber" ("Water To Drink") is a bossa nova jazz standard...
And I Love Her - a classic from the Beatles 1964 album A Hard Day's Night - I've loved for 60 years.
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Monday evening jazz session with Chris, and i'm so grateful to Chris for playing one of my very favorite Beatles songs. It's at the top of my favorites in our songlist. Growing up in the 60s, we heard them on the radio, we saw their films, and the Beatles were our standard. Now, 60 years later, here's the story of this gem from Wiki: " And I Love Her" is a song recorded by English rock band the...
Lonely Stranger is from Eric Clapton’s 1992 album Unplugged.
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Ike and Vince playing on a Sunday afternoon - with Michelle, the acoustic upright bass. Now here's some info on this lovely, lonely song and the album itself... oldtimemusic.com: "Lonely Stranger is a soulful ballad released by the legendary musician Eric Clapton. With profound lyrics and emotive guitar work, this song resonates deep within the hearts of its listeners. Written and recorded duri...
Atlantic City is a song from Bruce Springsteen’s 1982 album Nebraska.
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Ike came to visit and play for our annual beach week vacation. Many thanks for sharing your wonderful music, Ike! Now, here’s the history of this song from Wiki: “ ‘Atlantic City’ is a song written and recorded by Bruce Springsteen, which first appeared on Springsteen's 1982 solo album Nebraska. Springsteen has often played the song in full band arrangement in concert… Springsteen wrote in his ...
Your Song was written and recorded by Elton John and Bernie Taupin in 1970.
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Ike came to visit and play at our annual week at the beach. Grateful for your music, Ike! Now, here’s the history of the song from Wiki: “ ‘Your Song’ is a song written by musician Elton John and lyricist Bernie Taupin, and performed by John. It was John's first international Top 10 chart single. ‘Your Song’ Single by Elton John from the album Elton John B-side "Take Me to the Pilot Released 26...
Please Be With Me is a sweet lovely song by the band Cowboy with Duane Allman from 1971.
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Ike visits to to play some songs on our annual beach week. Thanks for sharing your wonderful music, Ike! Now, here’s the history of the song from herecomesthesong.com: “… Today, barely a week goes by without listening to at least one track from the Allmans’ classic Live At Fillmore East album, indisputably one of the best live rock albums out there, to marvel once again at his absolute mastery ...
In a Mellow Tone was composed by Duke Ellington in 1939.
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Monday night session with Chris and special guest Forrest! Thanks for playing one of my favorites from Duke Ellington. Now here’s some Duke history from Wiki: "... Although a pivotal figure in the history of jazz, in the opinion of Gunther Schuller and Barry Kernfeld, "the most significant composer of the genre",[4] Ellington himself embraced the phrase "beyond category", considering it a liber...
Corcovado is a song written by Brazilian musical legend Antonio Carlos Jobim in 1960.
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Monday night session with Chris and special guest Forrest! Thanks for introducing me to this classic Bossa tune. Now, here’s some history of this song and Sr. Jobim from Wiki: " "Corcovado" (known in English as "Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars") is a bossa nova song and jazz standard written by Antônio Carlos Jobim in 1960. English lyrics were later written by Gene Lees. The Portuguese title refers...
Michelle is from the Beatles album Rubber Soul, 1965.
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Michelle is from the Beatles album Rubber Soul, 1965.
Maggie’s Farm is from Bob Dylan’s 1965 album Bringing it All Back Home.
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Maggie’s Farm is from Bob Dylan’s 1965 album Bringing it All Back Home.
Solar is a jazz standard from the 1954 album "Miles Davis Quintet."
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Solar is a jazz standard from the 1954 album "Miles Davis Quintet."
Tenderly is a classic song by Walter Gross (C) and Jack Lawrence (L) in 1946.
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Tenderly is a classic song by Walter Gross (C) and Jack Lawrence (L) in 1946.
Wave is a classic Bossa Nova composition by Antonio Carlos Jobim from his 1967 eponymous album.
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Wave is a classic Bossa Nova composition by Antonio Carlos Jobim from his 1967 eponymous album.
Scrapple from the Apple - a classic standard of the Great American Songbook by Charlie Parker, 1947.
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Scrapple from the Apple - a classic standard of the Great American Songbook by Charlie Parker, 1947.
You Don't Know Me is a classic song that was a super cross-over hit recorded in 1962 by Ray Charles.
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You Don't Know Me is a classic song that was a super cross-over hit recorded in 1962 by Ray Charles.
I’ve Got a Feeling - from the Beatles 1970 album Let it Be. Many thanks to Brian Swann for taping!
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I’ve Got a Feeling - from the Beatles 1970 album Let it Be. Many thanks to Brian Swann for taping!
Little Wing was written by Jimi Hendrix and recorded in 1967.
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Little Wing was written by Jimi Hendrix and recorded in 1967.
Manoir de Mes Reves (aka Django's Castle) is a lovely Manouche standard by Django Reinhardt.
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Manoir de Mes Reves (aka Django's Castle) is a lovely Manouche standard by Django Reinhardt.
Junk is by Paul McCartney, from his debut solo album McCartney, 1970.
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Junk is by Paul McCartney, from his debut solo album McCartney, 1970.
Indifference is a Jazz Manouche standard composed by Tony Murena and Joseph Colombo in 1942.
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Indifference is a Jazz Manouche standard composed by Tony Murena and Joseph Colombo in 1942.
Till There Was You - by Meredith Wilson (C) in 1957. Covered by so many, most notably the Beatles.
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Till There Was You - by Meredith Wilson (C) in 1957. Covered by so many, most notably the Beatles.
Broken Arrow is from Robbie Robertson's 1987 self-titled album.
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Broken Arrow is from Robbie Robertson's 1987 self-titled album.
Southern Cross is from the Crosby, Stills, & Nash album Daylight Again, 1982.
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Southern Cross is from the Crosby, Stills, & Nash album Daylight Again, 1982.
Sweet, sweet, sweet!
So glad you enjoyed this, Thomas!
love it! never heard this one before
@@ForrestYoung I hadn’t heard it before either, til I heard a guitarist play it on CZcams. I love the chords!
@@VinceNewton Since Chris loves Todd Rundgren so much, as do I, I almost thought it was a typo and you guys were going to play "Can We Still Be Friends"!
@@ForrestYoung that song’s on my wish list. 🤗
Sounds really gorgeous! I missed being there with you two. Next time...
@@ForrestYoung thanks Forrest! Looking forward to next session!
Perfect way to start my day!
@@gailengland7333 thanks for your kind words, Gail!
Sounds like something you might hear in an elevator or while you’re on hold . . Still, it’s a tasty jam! Sounds great live.
@@4231jerome 🥰. Thanks for listening, Jerome!
Chris is throwing in some Beck-ish licks!
@@ForrestYoung and maybe some Wes Montgomery.
Perfect!
@@ForrestYoung I’m very glad we could have you for this gem!
❤ Absolutely marvelous 🎉 Thank you!
@@gailengland7333 thanks Gail! I’ve always loved this song!
Nice, dudes. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for your kind words, Max!
Excellent !!!🤙🏼❤️
@@dalivador3527 thanks for listening!
Nice, guys!
@@ForrestYoung 😊Forrest, so glad you joined us! We’ve missed you!
One of my favorites ! nicely done! 👍 A good song for an outdoor birthday party! 🎉🐦
@@jayheinz4624 thanks for listening, Jay! Glad you enjoyed this!
@@VinceNewton 👍
Great information....I love Dakota Staton, Natalie Cole and Diane Shuur. Really your list surprised me of the people that sung this...Paul McCartney with Tony Bennett I would love to have heard. I will look it up on CZcams
@@pbenson56fran thanks for listening, Paula!
Nice song to play for us.❤❤❤❤ 1:54
@@pbenson56fran thanks for your kind words, Paula!
Saw this in my sidebar, perhaps because of its superficial similarity to my own video. You are creating truly wonderful music.
@@TonyLovell thank you, Tony! I’ll watch your work now!
Favorite led zeppelin song, u guys did amazing
@@undefeateduser9593 our favorite too! Thanks for listening, Friend!
Great song and great job
@@Thedeadpoetproject so glad you enjoyed this beautiful song and thanks for your support!
Excellent 🎸
@@user-cr5dc8gf7h thanks for your kind words , Mark!
this is amazing
Hi Rebecca! We love this beautiful song by Paul, and we're so thankful for your kind words!
Thank you for sharing this song and it's back story.
@@gailengland7333 thanks for your support, Gail!
Thank you for sharing!
@@gailengland7333 thanks for your kind support, Gail!
❤
beautiful
@@stevefisher3212 thank you, Steve! Appreciate you!
Very nice! A lovely recording of this great song. Well done, guys.
🎉 Beautiful cover!
@@gailengland7333 thanks for listening, Gail!
So pleasant and calming to hear. I'd love to see a resurgence in popularity....
@@jameslapham3274 thank you, James! We love Bossa and practice it as often as we can!
You're playing is good but you need microphones on yourbguitars for better sound.
@@joselitogonzales1063 thanks for listening, Jose! I’m interested in getting a mic for my guitar.
Awesome cover!
@@amaylor500 thanks for listening! So glad you liked it!
Simply Gorgeous! I wish I had been there to jam with you two...This is a very special performance. Hope a lot of people get a chance to hear it.
@@ForrestYoung we missed you Forrest and saved Poinciana for you!
Very good cover, you are the best
Jao! Thank you so much! ❤
Nice 🙂
Thank you so much, Gilles!
Perfeito!
Thank you, Lafayette Nunes! So glad you liked this version!
well done, very popular song in Jersey....
Thanks for listening, MT! We love Bruce!
a waltz
Thanks for listening, Kafka!
You guys are great
Thanks for listening and glad you enjoyed our rendition!
As a Brazilian musician, this is very good! It would be nice to hear you guys playing "Samba do Avião" or "Trem Azul" from the iconic album Clube da Esquina
Thanks, Davis! I’ve taken your information down and hope to work on those classic tunes!
i think with vocals this would be my favorite rendition of this song
That sounds like a great idea. I hope we can work on that!
Interesting way of playing the song, really liked this version of yours 👍
Thanks for your kind words, Caco! And thanks for listening!
Beautiful, nice rythm change! This kind of performance makes the melody shine
Thank you, Davis! So glad you enjoyed this sweet song!
Great way to play!
Thanks for listening, Gail!
Thanks for listening, Nicolas!
Swingin'!
Thanks for adding the swingin' beat, Forrest!
Sounds great!
Thank you, Forrest! So nice having you in the mix!
Just beautiful! So well sung and played. Both guitarists were in top form on this one. Thank you so much for sharing your incredible talents.
Thank you, Clive! Really appreciate your kindness and so glad you enjoyed this sweet song!
A wonderful performance of an old favourite, I loved it. DennisBater must be deaf and jealous - the vocal was clear and heartfelt. Keep up the good work and more, please.
I’m so grateful for your kind words and so glad you liked our version of this classic gem! 🥰
Unfortunately, the voice level is not good... too bad!
We’ll work on that Dennis, thanks for listening!
Excellent cover - do some Van Morrison next!
Thanks for listening and thanks for the suggestion! I’ll ask my Brother about that!
CLICKBAIT, this isn't the beatles even though you push it as with your title, dude. god watches u whack. penalty
I love the dog.
Darla is actually on schedule for job training... as a Therapy Dog. She's very sweet! ❤
Thank you for sharing this!
Thank you, Gail! So glad you liked this gem!