Once upon a Time

Frank Sinatra

About Once upon a Time

"Once Upon a Time" is a song composed by Charles Strouse, with lyrics by Lee Adams, from the 1962 musical All American. It describes the loss of love over time. In the musical, the song was performed by Ray Bolger and Eileen Herlie, and their version appears on the Broadway Cast recording. It has been sung by Eddie Fisher, Bobby Darin, Frank Sinatra, Perry Como, Tony Bennett and Bob Dylan among others.


Year:
1995
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Once upon a time
A girl with moonlight in her eyes
Put her hand in mine
And said she loved me so
But that was once upon a time
Very long ago

Once upon a hill
We sat beneath a willow tree
Counting all the stars and waiting for the dawn
But that was once upon a time
Now the tree is gone

How the breeze ruffled through her hair
How we always laughed as though tomorrow wasn't there
We were young and didn't have a care
Where did it go

Once upon a time
The world was sweeter than we knew
Everything was ours
How happy we were then
But somehow once upon a time
Never comes again

Once upon a time
Never comes again

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Frank Sinatra

Francis Albert "Frank" Sinatra, /sɨˈnɑːtrə/, (December 12, 1915 – May 14, 1998) was an American singer and film actor of Italian origin. more »

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Written by: BARNEY ALES, DAVID HAMILTON, CLARENCE PAUL, CLARENCE O. PAUL, WILLIAM STEVENSON

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9 facts about this song

ARTIST: Bobby Darin
"Once Upon a Time" was recorded by Bobby Darin in 1962. - Although it was not one of his top-charting hits, it has remained a favorite among fans of Darin's work.
SONG ORIGINATION
"Once Upon a Time" was originally written for the musical "All American." - It serves as a romantic ballad within the context of the show.
ARTIST: Eddie Fisher
Eddie Fisher also recorded a version of "Once Upon a Time." - The song is often recognized for its lush orchestration and Fisher's emotive performance.
MUSICAL GENRE
"Once Upon a Time" is generally classified as a pop standard. - It shares many characteristics with jazz and traditional pop songs of the 1950s and 60s.
ARTIST: Frank Sinatra
Frank Sinatra included his interpretation of "Once Upon a Time" in his 1965 album "September of My Years." - Sinatra's version of the song received critical acclaim.
LYRICAL THEME
"Once Upon a Time" is about nostalgia and longing for a past relationship. - It paints a picture of happier times, making it an emotionally resonant piece.
ARTIST: Perry Como
Perry Como's performance of "Once Upon a Time" is revered for his smooth, relaxed vocal style. - His version also showcases the song's timeless quality.
ARTIST: Tony Bennett
Tony Bennett has also performed and recorded "Once Upon a Time." - His interpretation is often praised for its heartfelt delivery and charismatic charm.
SONG IMPACT
Despite its multiple covers, each rendition of "Once Upon a Time" maintains its core sound and sentiment. - Its lasting popularity demonstrates the enduring appeal of classic standards in pop culture.

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