What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life?
Natalie Dessay, Michel Legrand
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I want to see your face in every kind of light In fields of dawn and forests of the night And when you stand before the candles on a cake Oh, let me be the one to hear the silent wish you make What are you doing the rest of your life? North and South and East and West of your life I have only one request of your life That you spend it all with me All the seasons and the times of your days All the nickels and the dimes of your days Let the reasons and the rhymes of your days All begin and end with me I want to see your face in every kind of light In the fields of dawn and the forests of the night And when you stand before the candles on a cake Oh, let me be the one to hear the silent wish you make Those tomorrows waiting deep in your eyes In the world of love that you keep in your eyes I'll awaken what's asleep in your eyes It may take a kiss or two Through all of my life Summer, Winter, Spring, and Fall of my life All I ever will recall of my life Is all of my life with you
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Written by: ALAN BERGMAN, MARILYN BERGMAN, MICHEL LEGRAND
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life?" was written by Michel Legrand, Alan Bergman, and Marilyn Bergman in 1969.
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AwardsThe song was nominated for an "Academy Award for Best Original Song" in 1969.
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Michel LegrandMichel Legrand, a French composer, wrote the music for this song. His contribution extended beyond composition - he was noted for his conducting, arranging, and accomplished jazz pianist skills.
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Barbra StreisandBarbra Streisand covered the song in her 1971 album "Stoney End". Her version reached #85 on the U.S Billboard charts.
- Streisand, known for her beautiful vocals and acting career, often incorporated the song into her live performances.
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Chris BottiChris Botti, an American trumpeter, and composer performed a cover of "What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life?" on his 2004 album "When I Fall in Love".
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Dusty SpringfieldEnglish pop singer Dusty Springfield's cover of the song was included in her 1972 album "See All Her Faces".
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Song PopularityNumerous artists have covered "What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life?" since its initial release. Its timeless theme and melody have made it a popular choice across the musical genres.
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Movie FeatureOriginally, the song was written for and featured in the film "The Happy Ending" (1969).
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Grammy NominationStreisand's version of the song was nominated for "Best Female Pop Vocal Performance" at the 13th Annual Grammy Awards in 1971.
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Long-lasting AppealDespite being over 50 years old, the song continues to be a staple in the repertoire of many jazz and pop musicians, testifying to its timeless appeal and longevity.
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