The Best Is Yet to Come

Frank Sinatra

About The Best Is Yet to Come

"The Best Is Yet to Come" is a 1959 song composed by Cy Coleman, with lyrics written by Carolyn Leigh. It is generally associated with Frank Sinatra, who recorded it on his 1964 album It Might as Well Be Swing accompanied by Count Basie under the direction of Quincy Jones. It was the last song Sinatra sang in public, on February 25, 1995, and the words "The Best is Yet to Come" are etched on Sinatra's tombstone. Although Sinatra made it popular, the song was written for and introduced by Tony Bennett.  


Year:
1990
2:54
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#2

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Some day, when I'm awfully low
When the world is cold
I will feel a glow just thinking of you
And the way you look tonight

Yes, you're lovely, with your smile so warm
And your cheeks so soft
There is nothing for me but to love you
And the way you look tonight

With each word your tenderness grows
Tearin' my fear apart
And that laugh, wrinkles your nose
Touches my foolish heart

Lovely, never, never change
Keep that breathless charm
Won't you please arrange it? 
'Cause I love you
A-just the way you look tonight

And that laugh that wrinkles your nose
It touches my foolish heart

Lovely, don't you ever change
Keep that breathless charm
Won't you please arrange it? 
'Cause I love you
A-just the way you look tonight

Mm, mm, mm, mm,
Just the way you look tonight

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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: Carolyn Leigh, Cy Coleman

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6 facts about this song

Song Composition
"The Best Is Yet to Come" is a 1959 song composed by Cy Coleman, with lyrics written by Carolyn Leigh. This popular classic was originally attributed to Tony Bennett. - The creative pair, Coleman and Leigh, were known for their contributions to the music of Broadway and popular song during the 1950s and 1960s.
Frank Sinatra's Interpretation
Frank Sinatra recorded the song in 1964, with a Count Basie-led orchestra arrangement by Quincy Jones. - This rendition is arguably the most popular, as it became a personal favorite of Sinatra's and he often performed it at concerts. - In fact, the phrase "The Best Is Yet To Come" is engraved on Sinatra's tombstone.
Tony Bennett's Original Performance
Tony Bennett was actually the first one to record and commercially release this song, debuting it in 1959. - It was included in Bennett's album "To My Wonderful One" in 1960.
Count Basie's Involvement
Legendary jazz pianist and bandleader Count Basie collaborated with Sinatra for the version of the song included in the album "It Might As Well Be Swing." - Count Basie's orchestra's input played a significant role in molding the catchy, jazz-infused touch that the song is famous for.
Quincy Jones' Signature Touch
Quincy Jones, a renowned musician and record producer, was the arranger of Sinatra's version of the song. - Jones has had an extensive music career spanning six decades, and his involvement in the song significantly contributed to its lasting success.
Song Legacy
Over the years, "The Best Is Yet To Come" has been covered by numerous artists in different genres. - It has been featured in several films and television series, making it a staple of American popular culture. - Beyond Sinatra and Bennett, other notable performers of the song include Michael Bublé, Peggy Lee, and Grover Washington Jr.

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