I remember listening to this song at a low time in my life and feeling the power of this man’s message surge through me. I told myself I would not be a man who lived on his knees and have sought to live by that sentiment since. God bless
That is a great attitude. When he says "And not the words of someone who kneels" It always makes you think about how you are handling life.....are you kneeling?
Paul Anka wrote this song for Frank. In his book he said Mr Sinatra bugged him for years” Hey kid when you gonna write me something “ and wow did it turn out to be one hell of a song.☮️🇨🇦
My pops loved this song. He fought and worked his ass off to provide for us. Every time in the car when it came on a big smile on his face and tears from his eyes. RIP dad! Thanks guys for reacting.
My grandfather worked for Sinatra. This song gets me every time. My grandfather was my hero, he did things his way, and taught me to do things my way. ❤️ I cry every time I hear this❤️ I miss my grandfather. All I have left is a signed letter from Sinatra and a few others.
This song has been played at more than a few funerals. It really is one of those special songs that has remained a great and will probably be for a very long time to come.
This one really does describe the way he lived his life, perfectly. For a fun one, try out 'That's why the lady is a tramp'. Frank was a member of the 'Rat Pack', including him along with Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Jerry Lewis, & Peter Lawford.
yes, the Bogart years, but I believe the reference was being made about the Vegas Pack that featured the 6 guys led by Sinatra, the ones they made a movie about, which included Joey Bishop but certainly not Jerry Lewis.
I conducted my own Dad's funeral, we played this at the Chapel just before the end. My Dad used to sing it sometimes at the working men's club. It summed up his life, and was a fitting send off.
I was diagnosed with very severe emphysema on 5/11/2022. My fault, did it to myself: smoking, constant campfires, candles and incense with no ventilation. So, to tell my family and friends, I said no words. I sent this song to each and everyone of them. I did it my way. Few regrets.
If you thought this was a song that would be played at the end of your life, check out Frank's version of "It Was A Very Good Year." A powerful song like this, and perhaps even more introspective. There's a black and white video of him in the studio with the orchestra recording it. One of the very best.
My cousin sang this song at my other cousins memorial because he always did things "My Way" and he sang it at his father's memorial too, it's a great way to send loved ones off on their journey! Thank you for letting me sit in with you today and viewing your reaction! It always tears me up too!
This song has always been and will forever be the mantra of my family, and my Dad in particular he passed away a few years ago now,but every time I listen to this song I &see my Dad’s face in my mind. His birthday was yesterday he would have been 72, so thank you for this.
Great reaction. It’s super dope to see a guy that can wear his emotions on his sleeve like this. Most dudes are too proud or not enough man to admit they have a sensitive side. Big ups to you my man.
Love this song so much! When I was younger I told myself that if I could sing this song at the end of my life - and mean it, I will know I lived a good life.
Growing up in NYC in the 70-80s, there was a radio station, WNEW-AM, which really backed and promoted Sinatra and other crooners. Riding in my grandfather's big ole caddie on a warm wet night thru the streets of NYC listening to Frank. Thanks grandpa.
This song is how every man wants to live his life. You admit your mistakes, but if you've done it right they won't be that many. Strong, Proud, Fair and Honest, let no man do you wrong and you do no wrong towards another. Be your own man, a man of his word, Integrity. All that is easier said than done as we all have bosses and situations etc... but that's what makes it so meaningful. My favorite line - "To say the things he truly feels, and not the words of one who kneels" Frank definitely did it his way. Great Reaction
This Frank Anthem was actually originally sung and owned by the amazing singer, song writer Paul Anka. Many musicians have covered this over the years but none with the phrasing and vocals if Sinatra. As a fan, when Bon Jovi wrote their hit " It's My Life" they included a line "Like Frank I did it t My Way" as part of the main chorus and lyrics to their song.
I’m very very impressed with both of your reactions to this song, Frank Sinatra had a voice of gold and you’re right that they don’t make songs like this anymore, it does really make you put things in perspective
Frank Sinatra was my dad’s favorite singer. At his memorial we played music from my dad’s time (born in 1932) as people came in and paid their condolences. Before the service started, the music wrapped up with this song. On my first birthday after my dad died, I was out with friends. I excused myself to use the mens room. This song was playing over the speakers in the mens room. Yes, I broke out in tears. Just like I do whenever I hear it now.
Written by Paul Anka, one of the best songs ever written and recorded. It´s was my late mothers favorite song, and the first bithday present I ever bought for her, for my pocket money when i was 5 years old, and actually i still have that record. Love this song. if you love this song, then try and do a reaction to it with the classic pop band Il Divo, they do an absolutely fantastic version of it.
It was my Grandmother's favorite song..... As soon as I walked in that church is South Philly, this was playing. I can't hear it enough! We miss ya Gommy!
I just love the way you both are mesmerized by this man's voice and this song. This is Frank'e signature song ! (Old Blue Eyes ) was Frank's nickname..
Sinatra was definately a major a major part of the history of music in American history, and I find that now, at the age of 65, this song truly speaks to me.
Incredible song. This may be a bit dark, but, yes, this is on my funeral song list to be played at my wake. To me, it's definitely a life affirming song, and not sad at all.
This sounded like it was Frank singing in his later years. The original version of his when he's younger is noticeably different. However, this song is a roadmap to the way Frank lived his life. He was friends with JFK but also Had some mob ties. He was married a few (4) times. He acted in many movies and danced in some. He was a member and leader of "The Rat Pack" which was a group of entertainers that performed in Vegas for years (Sinatra, Dean Martin, Peter Lawford, Sammy Davis Jr. and Joey Bishop. Joey was a comedian. Sinatra broke many barriers back in the day by refusing to appear in many hotel nightclubs unless they would let Sammy Davis Jr. stay there while they were performing together. When Sammy had a very serious car accident and lost his eye, Frank paid All of his medical bills. You need to checkout Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. (Sammy was the consummate entertainer, he did it all: sing, dance, act, play several musical instruments and did impersonations. Sammy started out in Vaudeville at the age of 3 with his dad and uncle (Will Maston). Songs of Sammy's to checkout: Birth of the Blues, Bojangles, What Kind of Fool am I. There are videos of him playing drums and tapping. Dean Martin songs: That's Amore, Everybody Loves Somebody Sometime, Ain't That a Kick in the Head, For The Good Times. More Sinatra songs: Fly Me To The Moon, The Lady Is a Tramp, New York New York, I've got you Under My Skin, Come Fly With Me. These are just some suggestions.
Shout out to Paul Anka reinterpretation of this French song it’s timeless .. it’s an inspiration to those of us with time Left and a legacy song for those that have passed on .. I always think of my dad
You should listen to Elvis sing "My Way" from the Aloha from Hawaii concert. It was the first concert broadcast by satellite (1973) with over 1 billion people watching it from more than 40 countries. 🙂 It's always been my fav song! Oh and they did play the Frank version at my Dads funeral.
Check out Elvis and Frank when Elvis came back from army. It was a welcome home show. They did duet. Elvis sang My Way 1973 live Aloha in Hawaii concert.
comme d'habitude - was the template melody, whereupon Paul Anka added lyrics. I heard that David Bowie was also commissioned to write lyrics for the melody but Anka got there first. Bowie's song was reworked as Life on Mars.
Nice job y'all, Frank Sinatra-That's Life, Fly Me to the Moon, New York New York are very good also plus Ella Fitzgerald- Cry Me a River, Summertime and Louis Armstrong- What a Wonderful World, Hello Brother and La Vie en Rose
I remember hearing on the radio once, someone commenting on Frank Sinatra. He said the thing about Sinatra is the way he can make you feel he is singing just to you.
I remember my professor in law school back in 2005 talking about this song, telling the class that this song is an "ACHIEVER'S SONG" and he discussed its lyrics phrase by phrase and what it means.... Fast forward to present, I've had my own fair share of what the lyrics meant and relating it to what I've gone through in my academic journey. All the memory just flashed into my head, I felt it, I shivered and understand what the song meant for me as I successfully earned my 4th Degree starting from Political Science, Law, Master's Degree and Finally my Ph.D. It just made me cry...
Frank was a legendary crooner. A singer, a actor nd some times a dancer. " check out a few of other songs he did. Like " Chicago " " New York New York " " Fly Me to the Moon " " That's Life " You will love them.
Just came across your channel really Enjoyed your reaction I'm only 27 and i like listening to older music also for the reason most music now of days doesn't relate to me as a big hip hop fan i like music i can relate to in all genres .. There's a rapper in the uk called mic righteous you should check out i think k you'll really like him I'd start with his fire in the boot series or his warm up session were his sitting in his car trust me he's really good and speaks on topics that need to be spoken on
It was a very good year…. Is another youth to age song worthy of a listen… there is a good video out there when they are filming it being done in the studio… very cool to watch a master at work.
Week yeah, doesn’t take genius, this isn’t the song/lyrics you do as a young man, lol…and no you mean it’s a newer performance, as an older one, would mean he’s younger, instead of older, you have failed on every level, so no idea what lies and shenanigans you’re trying to accomplish, or just that simple to begin with.
@@Plastikdoom yes, I misspoke about it being older, should have said when Frank was older BUT this version was recorded probably a decade after he first released it so it does not have the vocal qualities of the initial release. And btw-congrats on winning the Jerk award for your comment.
My best friend's dad was old school italian. They played this song at the end of his funeral a few months ago. I was good until it started playing it. Lol. Check out "that's life" by Sinatra.
You should listen to his "IT WAS A VERY GOOD YEAR" it is ALSO a song that makes you look at your life. That might make you shed a tear as well, as it does me. Have you listened to him singing "NEW YORK, NEW YORK. You are right that music today doesn't have subject matter and lyrics like these. They don't make you think, most don't have much of a melody, and, they just leave me cold. I don't even listen to music today at all, any more. I stick to what I grew up with and the music I was exposed to that came before I was born in 1947, thanks to my mother and my musician father. Every genre you can think of.
This song is extremely popular in the Philippines. People fight to get to be the one to sing it on karaoke. Someone was even killed once because of karaoke and this song.
This is a real man's anthem of a song. Very powerful. Awesome to see you two doing these old legendary classics.
"A man's song " really......it's 2022 !
@@Newfie-zc7ug Cry me a river
@@Newfie-zc7ug have you been triggered by the words real man, that's really pathetic you're such a little snowflake.
this is a real man's song , no dought
I hope that with 'man' you meant us human beings because I am a woman and I identify with this song as much.
I remember listening to this song at a low time in my life and feeling the power of this man’s message surge through me. I told myself I would not be a man who lived on his knees and have sought to live by that sentiment since. God bless
That is a great attitude. When he says "And not the words of someone who kneels" It always makes you think about how you are handling life.....are you kneeling?
Paul Anka wrote this song for Frank. In his book he said Mr Sinatra bugged him for years” Hey kid when you gonna write me something “ and wow did it turn out to be one hell of a song.☮️🇨🇦
adaptée...
Well, it is an adaptation from a French song "Comme d'habitude" composed by Jacques Revaux.
To be fair, imitation IS the best form of flattery. Call if there was only one song I would want to bring to Frank’s attention, it’d be this one. :-)
@@flarican64 exactly then the original person loved Frank Sinatra's version he said it was like a song for him
Paul anka wrote a classic for Sinatra and Sinatra was great my favorite song rip frank
My pops loved this song. He fought and worked his ass off to provide for us. Every time in the car when it came on a big smile on his face and tears from his eyes. RIP dad! Thanks guys for reacting.
My Dad too. He was the exact same.
My dad aswell
The woman is all "yay music"
The man is "I feel this deep in my soul"
My grandfather worked for Sinatra. This song gets me every time. My grandfather was my hero, he did things his way, and taught me to do things my way. ❤️
I cry every time I hear this❤️
I miss my grandfather. All I have left is a signed letter from Sinatra and a few others.
I like all his versions, but the original release makes me euphoric.
This song has been played at more than a few funerals. It really is one of those special songs that has remained a great and will probably be for a very long time to come.
This song will play at my funeral, hands down❤
This one really does describe the way he lived his life, perfectly. For a fun one, try out 'That's why the lady is a tramp'. Frank was a member of the 'Rat Pack', including him along with Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr., Jerry Lewis, & Peter Lawford.
Jerry Lewis was not in the Rat Pack...in fact him and Dean weren't even talking at this point...Joey Bishop was the other member.
yes, the Bogart years, but I believe the reference was being made about the Vegas Pack that featured the 6 guys led by Sinatra, the ones they made a movie about, which included Joey Bishop but certainly not Jerry Lewis.
Jerry Lewis was not a member if the Rat Pack. Joey Bishop was though. He was the one comedian, he didn't sing..
I conducted my own Dad's funeral, we played this at the Chapel just before the end. My Dad used to sing it sometimes at the working men's club. It summed up his life, and was a fitting send off.
Fabulous song!! One of my all time favorites. Thanks for this and I’m so glad you got to experience this!!!
You should listen to a performance of this when he was younger...while this is great it's even more powerful in his younger days!
Connie, check out Mark Tremonti's cover of this song, it's absolutely great. Mark did an entire Frank Sinatra cover album for charity.
The argument could be made the older is more powerful cause now he is singing with more age and experience behined him.
@@missdeer9554 Yes, i concur
The older version is better because it truly emphasizes that the end is near and he's talking about his life behind him
Amazing song from one of the Most Legendary singers of ALL Time.Extremely powerfull touching and beautifull.
I was diagnosed with very severe emphysema on 5/11/2022. My fault, did it to myself: smoking, constant campfires, candles and incense with no ventilation. So, to tell my family and friends, I said no words. I sent this song to each and everyone of them. I did it my way. Few regrets.
how r u holding up?
How you doing??
My dad plays this every time he finishes the tax season on the ride home he just blares it
Played this at my Dad's funeral. This was my dad without a doubt.
A beautiful reaction to a beautiful song from two beautiful humans, thank you!❤
No One could song this song like Frank!! He feels every word and he did live his life 'His Way'
Simply amazing performance 👏
If you thought this was a song that would be played at the end of your life, check out Frank's version of "It Was A Very Good Year." A powerful song like this, and perhaps even more introspective. There's a black and white video of him in the studio with the orchestra recording it. One of the very best.
Paul anka wrote this beautiful song for frank to sing ....
That was a beautiful reaction. It hits men differently. Everyone actually. But since it was his first time reaction, it was beautiful to see.
My cousin sang this song at my other cousins memorial because he always did things "My Way" and he sang it at his father's memorial too, it's a great way to send loved ones off on their journey! Thank you for letting me sit in with you today and viewing your reaction! It always tears me up too!
Check out Frank singing OLD MAN RIVER in 1946 when he was 18 and his voice is amazing....stunning
It's a fantastic performance, but Frank was 31 in 1946.
This song has always been and will forever be the mantra of my family, and my Dad in particular he passed away a few years ago now,but every time I listen to this song I &see my Dad’s face in my mind. His birthday was yesterday he would have been 72, so thank you for this.
Atrue clasic...this speaks to man's/woman's mortality...to take a stand,to have integrity and self Love and respect are the keys to success...Ty guys
Oh ... if you could hear his recorded version done when he was much younger and had a stronger voice ... amazing!!
5 years younger to be exact. 1969.
@@19037vinnyHe sounds much older here. Maybe it's just this version ...
This song is played a lot on funerals here. Great song.
Great reaction. It’s super dope to see a guy that can wear his emotions on his sleeve like this. Most dudes are too proud or not enough man to admit they have a sensitive side. Big ups to you my man.
So Nostalgic
We had Sinatra playing in our house when I was a kid all the time.
Love some Frank. Thank you guys.
There was a Black dude from West Virginia on America got Talent that sang this song . His name is Landau Murphy Jr. that you should watch!
Love this song so much! When I was younger I told myself that if I could sing this song at the end of my life - and mean it, I will know I lived a good life.
Growing up in NYC in the 70-80s, there was a radio station, WNEW-AM, which really backed and promoted Sinatra and other crooners.
Riding in my grandfather's big ole caddie on a warm wet night thru the streets of NYC listening to Frank.
Thanks grandpa.
Now THAT'S a song with real poetic, meaningful and eloquent lyrics
This song is how every man wants to live his life. You admit your mistakes, but if you've done it right they won't be that many. Strong, Proud, Fair and Honest, let no man do you wrong and you do no wrong towards another. Be your own man, a man of his word, Integrity. All that is easier said than done as we all have bosses and situations etc... but that's what makes it so meaningful. My favorite line - "To say the things he truly feels, and not the words of one who kneels" Frank definitely did it his way. Great Reaction
Loved listening to this fantastic song, with you. This song touches everybody's heart.
This Frank Anthem was actually originally sung and owned by the amazing singer, song writer Paul Anka. Many musicians have covered this over the years but none with the phrasing and vocals if Sinatra. As a fan, when Bon Jovi wrote their hit " It's My Life" they included a line "Like Frank I did it t My Way" as part of the main chorus and lyrics to their song.
Great song. Great post.
Thank you for doing it your way,Frank. We all loved the ride!!
I’m very very impressed with both of your reactions to this song, Frank Sinatra had a voice of gold and you’re right that they don’t make songs like this anymore, it does really make you put things in perspective
Frank Sinatra was my dad’s favorite singer. At his memorial we played music from my dad’s time (born in 1932) as people came in and paid their condolences. Before the service started, the music wrapped up with this song. On my first birthday after my dad died, I was out with friends. I excused myself to use the mens room. This song was playing over the speakers in the mens room. Yes, I broke out in tears. Just like I do whenever I hear it now.
Written by Paul Anka, one of the best songs ever written and recorded. It´s was my late mothers favorite song, and the first bithday present I ever bought for her, for my pocket money when i was 5 years old, and actually i still have that record. Love this song. if you love this song, then try and do a reaction to it with the classic pop band Il Divo, they do an absolutely fantastic version of it.
It was my Grandmother's favorite song..... As soon as I walked in that church is South Philly, this was playing.
I can't hear it enough!
We miss ya Gommy!
I just love the way you both are mesmerized by this man's voice and this song. This is Frank'e signature song ! (Old Blue Eyes ) was Frank's nickname..
Sinatra was definately a major a major part of the history of music in American history, and I find that now, at the age of 65, this song truly speaks to me.
They played this song at my father's funeral. My father lived his life like that.
One of my All-Time favorites!
So good! What a great video. A classic song by Frank.
This is a french song " comme d'habitude " by claude françois and reinterpreted by paul anka and sinatra. 🥰🥰🥰🥰
Incredible song. This may be a bit dark, but, yes, this is on my funeral song list to be played at my wake. To me, it's definitely a life affirming song, and not sad at all.
This song and another (She's a Lady) for TOM JONES were great hits, both written by Paul Anka, a Canadian.
One of my all time favorites. I have recommended this for quite some time. I'm so glad to see you guys get to it. Yall are still my favorite UA-camrs
Lyrics everyone can relate. Amazing song, one of the best in History and Sinatra is a Goat
Check out "FLY ME TO THE MOON "with Count Basie Orchestra conducted by Quincy Jones and his rendition of "MACK THE KNIFE " also with Mr. Jones.
Check out "Summer Wind" and "It was a Very Good Year"
This sounded like it was Frank singing in his later years. The original version of his when he's younger is noticeably different. However, this song is a roadmap to the way Frank lived his life. He was friends with JFK but also Had some mob ties. He was married a few (4) times. He acted in many movies and danced in some. He was a member and leader of "The Rat Pack" which was a group of entertainers that performed in Vegas for years (Sinatra, Dean Martin, Peter Lawford, Sammy Davis Jr. and Joey Bishop. Joey was a comedian.
Sinatra broke many barriers back in the day by refusing to appear in many hotel nightclubs unless they would let Sammy Davis Jr. stay there while they were performing together. When Sammy had a very serious car accident and lost his eye, Frank paid All of his medical bills.
You need to checkout Dean Martin and Sammy Davis Jr. (Sammy was the consummate entertainer, he did it all: sing, dance, act, play several musical instruments and did impersonations. Sammy started out in Vaudeville at the age of 3 with his dad and uncle (Will Maston). Songs of Sammy's to checkout: Birth of the Blues, Bojangles, What Kind of Fool am I. There are videos of him playing drums and tapping.
Dean Martin songs: That's Amore, Everybody Loves Somebody Sometime, Ain't That a Kick in the Head, For The Good Times.
More Sinatra songs: Fly Me To The Moon, The Lady Is a Tramp, New York New York, I've got you Under My Skin, Come Fly With Me.
These are just some suggestions.
Shout out to Paul Anka reinterpretation of this French song it’s timeless .. it’s an inspiration to those of us with time Left and a legacy song for those that have passed on .. I always think of my dad
Check out Frank & The Count Basie Orchestra, doing “Fly Me To The Moon”
My grandmother wanted this played at her funeral. We did😊
Just want to say that the studio version knocks this out of the park. Even so your reaction was great, and I loved it.
A great song by one of the all time great singers. Try "Love's Been Good to Me" my personal favourite of his.
You should listen to Elvis sing "My Way" from the Aloha from Hawaii concert. It was the first concert broadcast by satellite (1973) with over 1 billion people watching it from more than 40 countries. 🙂 It's always been my fav song!
Oh and they did play the Frank version at my Dads funeral.
What a song what a singer ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Check out Elvis and Frank when Elvis came back from army. It was a welcome home show. They did duet. Elvis sang My Way 1973 live Aloha in Hawaii concert.
When my mother took her last breath this song came on through the speakers!!!
Great reaction guys.........this is a CLASSIC , written by Canadian, Paul Anka ( Puppy Love and put your Head on My Shoulder )
Amen brother. I feel it every time I hear it.
This gentleman gets it. Great video.
comme d'habitude - was the template melody, whereupon Paul Anka added lyrics. I heard that David Bowie was also commissioned to write lyrics for the melody but Anka got there first. Bowie's song was reworked as Life on Mars.
This song was written for Frank Sinatra by Paul anka. The song is about his life.
I think he was about 80 years old when he recorded this, He was a powerful man who stood up for many. quite an interesting life he lived.
You got the live 1974 recording at Madison Square Garden. Was broadcast on ABC.
Grew up with Sinatra... He was 😎...love your reaction!
this was written by paul anka another great singer
Great reaction man.its good to see some body be man enough to cry a little bit💪💪💪💪
Nice job y'all, Frank Sinatra-That's Life, Fly Me to the Moon, New York New York are very good also plus Ella Fitzgerald- Cry Me a River, Summertime and Louis Armstrong- What a Wonderful World, Hello Brother and La Vie en Rose
I really loved your reaction 💫
Loovee this song and reaction
Great reaction!!
Our one and only brother sang that song at our dad's funeral, well he broke down singing it, there wasn't a dry in the church that day
I remember hearing on the radio once, someone commenting on Frank Sinatra. He said the thing about Sinatra is the way he can make you feel he is singing just to you.
Everyone has a story.This song is literally for every human being that ever lived.
Love it!!! Please check out Elvis singing this song! His version makes me cry!!!!
The album by Frank with Count Basie Orchestra Live at the Sands Hotel is a swinging banger.
I remember my professor in law school back in 2005 talking about this song, telling the class that this song is an "ACHIEVER'S SONG" and he discussed its lyrics phrase by phrase and what it means....
Fast forward to present, I've had my own fair share of what the lyrics meant and relating it to what I've gone through in my academic journey. All the memory just flashed into my head, I felt it, I shivered and understand what the song meant for me as I successfully earned my 4th Degree starting from Political Science, Law, Master's Degree and Finally my Ph.D. It just made me cry...
Frank was a legendary crooner. A singer, a actor nd some times a dancer. " check out a few of other songs he did. Like " Chicago " " New York New York " " Fly Me to the Moon " " That's Life " You will love them.
I love what you guys do, great work
Best funeral song EVER 👏👏👏
Just came across your channel really Enjoyed your reaction I'm only 27 and i like listening to older music also for the reason most music now of days doesn't relate to me as a big hip hop fan i like music i can relate to in all genres .. There's a rapper in the uk called mic righteous you should check out i think k you'll really like him I'd start with his fire in the boot series or his warm up session were his sitting in his car trust me he's really good and speaks on topics that need to be spoken on
It was a very good year…. Is another youth to age song worthy of a listen… there is a good video out there when they are filming it being done in the studio… very cool to watch a master at work.
From the sound of this it's an older performance as his voice is not as it was in his prime. He had a golden voice in his youth.
Week yeah, doesn’t take genius, this isn’t the song/lyrics you do as a young man, lol…and no you mean it’s a newer performance, as an older one, would mean he’s younger, instead of older, you have failed on every level, so no idea what lies and shenanigans you’re trying to accomplish, or just that simple to begin with.
@@Plastikdoom yes, I misspoke about it being older, should have said when Frank was older BUT this version was recorded probably a decade after he first released it so it does not have the vocal qualities of the initial release. And btw-congrats on winning the Jerk award for your comment.
My best friend's dad was old school italian. They played this song at the end of his funeral a few months ago. I was good until it started playing it. Lol. Check out "that's life" by Sinatra.
Another "soundtrack of your life" song is "Against the Wind" by Bob Seger and the Silver Bullert Band.
This song was set to the music of a French song call Comme d’habitude by Claude Francois
Saw Sinatra 3 times in concert. I took my high school kids . He would close his show with this.
My Way should be your personal Highway !!!
great natural voice, no fu**** autotune
You should listen to his "IT WAS A VERY GOOD YEAR" it is ALSO a song that makes you look at your life. That might make you shed a tear as well, as it does me. Have you listened to him singing "NEW YORK, NEW YORK. You are right that music today doesn't have subject matter and lyrics like these. They don't make you think, most don't have much of a melody, and, they just leave me cold. I don't even listen to music today at all, any more. I stick to what I grew up with and the music I was exposed to that came before I was born in 1947, thanks to my mother and my musician father. Every genre you can think of.
This song is extremely popular in the Philippines. People fight to get to be the one to sing it on karaoke. Someone was even killed once because of karaoke and this song.