Nature Boy
Nat King Cole
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There was a boy A very strange enchanted boy They say he wandered very far, very far Over land and sea A little shy and sad of eye But very wise was he And then one day A magic day he passed my way And while we spoke of many things Fools and kings This he said to me The greatest thing you'll ever learn Is just to love and be loved in return The greatest thing you'll ever learn Is just to love and be loved in return
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Written by: Eden Ahbez
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6 facts about this song
David BowieDavid Bowie covered the song "Nature Boy" for the 2001 movie soundtrack of "Moulin Rouge!".
- His version of "Nature Boy" was fused with a piece by Massive Attack called "Bumper Ball Dub" creating a unique adaptation.
- Bowie declared that he felt lyrical affinity for the song and it was apt for his character in the movie.
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Frank SinatraFrank Sinatra recorded his version of "Nature Boy" in 1948, the same year it was written by eden ahbez.
- Sinatra's rendition of the song has been included in numerous albums such as "The Columbia Years 1943–1952: The Complete Recordings".
- The Sinatra cover of "Nature Boy" showed his versatility as an artist, straying from his usual big band style.
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Lady GagaLady Gaga, together with Tony Bennett, recorded a version of "Nature Boy" for their 2014 album "Cheek to Cheek".
- Their recording of "Nature Boy" featured an orchestral arrangement, showcasing Gaga's jazz vocal ability.
- The cover received positive reviews from critics for their chemistry and harmonious performance.
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Nat King ColeNat King Cole's 1948 recording of "Nature Boy" is the most famous version, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard charts for eight weeks.
- Cole's version significantly contributed to his career success, making him a leading artist in the pop music industry.
- "Nature Boy" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 1999, acknowledging Cole's impactful performance.
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Sarah VaughanSarah Vaughan, known for her rich voice, also performed a cover of "Nature Boy".
- Her version, recorded in 1948, emphasized the song’s haunting and mystical mood with her powerful jazz vocal stylings.
- Vaughan's rendition of "Nature Boy" was included in her album "Sarah Vaughan in Hi-Fi".
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Tony BennettTony Bennett released a cover of "Nature Boy" on two separate occasions, first in 1957 and then again in 2014 with Lady Gaga.
- Bennett's 1957 version was part of his album "The Beat of My Heart", where he gave a more rhythmic interpretation.
- In 2014, Bennett demonstrated his timelessness with his duet with Lady Gaga, introducing the classic to a new generation of listeners.
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