New York, New York
Shirley Bassey
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Start spreading the news I'm leaving today I wanna be a part of it New York, New York These vagabond shoes Are longing to stray And step around The heart of it New York, New York If I can make it there I'd make it anywhere It's up to you New York, New York New York, New York So good they named it twice New York, New York All the scandal and the vice I love it! New York, New York Now isn't it a pity What they say about New York City New York, New York So good they named it twice New York, New York All the scandal and the vice I love it! New York, New York Now isn't it a pity What they say about New York City My little town blues Are longing to stray I wanna be a part of it New York, New York If I can make it there I'd make it anywhere It's up to you New York, New York
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Written by: Fred Ebb, John Kander
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"New York, New York" originated as a theme song from Martin Scorsese's movie "New York, New York" in 1977, and was initially performed by Liza Minnelli.
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Shirley Bassey's VersionShirley Bassey, the famous Welsh singer, did her own version of this track, but it's not as well-known as the renditions by Liza Minnelli or Frank Sinatra.
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Song CompositionThe music for "New York, New York" was composed by John Kander and the lyrics were written by Fred Ebb.
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Album ReleaseShirley Bassey's version of "New York, New York" is part of her 1980 album "Shirley Bassey - The Very Best Of".
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Song ThemeLike other versions, Shirley Bassey’s rendition of the song describes the allure of New York as a bustling, opportunity-filled metropolis.
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Sinatra's ImpactDespite Shirley Bassey's noteworthy version of the song, the version performed by Frank Sinatra in 1980 has since become one of his signature songs, often eclipsing other renditions.
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Genre"New York, New York" is broadly classified under the category of Traditional Pop music.
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LegacyBuilt on its popularity, the song is often used in popular culture, synonymous with the city itself. It is played at New York-based events, sports games, and times of celebration or mourning tied to the city.
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No chart informationUnlike many of Shirley Bassey’s songs, her rendition of "New York, New York" did not chart in the UK or USA, possibly due to the popularity and dominance of Frank Sinatra’s version.
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Powerful VocalsShirley Bassey, known for her powerful voice, brings a distinctive and vibrant flavor to the song that sets her version apart.
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