Michele Legrand loved Shirley's voice, and agreed to play the piano on her show when Shirley performed his song. For those who don't know, Michele wrote the music and Alan and Marilyn Bergman wrote the lyrics. Who wouldn't love Shirley's voice and amazing vocal abilities! Now 86 yo, she STILL has the ability to sing anything
The fact that a live performance can be so completely flawless... not a recording of the best of 100 takes... Dame Shirley Bassey is simply one of the greatest vocalists who ever lived!
I was at a wedding in Henley on Thames at the Phylis Court Club. They have concerts every summer and it’s all on the opposite bank of the River Thames. I went outside and suddenly heard Shirley’s stunning voice. It gave me goosebumps.
It's the perfect love song, no doubt. Shirley's version is the best. It's my favorite. I listen to it at least once a week. It never gets old. Love you Shirley.
I prefer Dame Shirley's version with that big booming voice. She's a great vocalist and I remember watching her show when I was very young and being completely mesmerized by her beauty and talent! ❤😊
How we need another Shirley Bassey!! The magic was Shirley... There should be 2000 Comments here in response to these great songs.............................
Come on: it is not only Shirley's voice. Michel Legrand playing live, the author of this song and others like The Windmill of your mind, summer of 42, Brian's song, the umbrellas of cherbourg.... Come on !!!!!!
This song is so special to me. And it's all the more special when she does it. It's saved to my favorites so I can grab it and watch it when I need it. Thanks whoever for putting this up on You Tube.
RIP Mr Legrand that was our wedding song.We met him in New York one evening at the Blue Note for his first performance in NY.I know he had probably heard that about What are you doing the rest of your life before,but now that he is gone I’m happy we let him know how special that song was and is for us.Our version is interpreted by Johnny Mathis ,however Ms Bassey brings a whole another dimension to the song.
As a child in London your presence, your voice, your smile mesmerized me....as an adult ...all those attributes you have still do, you are true magnificence!
I love this song and the song about the magic was so lovely to❣ I met her only 4 years ago (Glory2God🙌🏾 ) and she looks just as fantastic in person 💃🏾❣ but really something about watching such brilliance such genius such class such phenomenal Talent makes me so sad about what is considered music and Talent today bc TRULY it's #notevenclose....
Bassey brings an operatic edge to everything- vowels proud and strong and the heart of an Italian! - a true pop artist who is or could have ruled the Mezzo operatic world - a star
ATTENTION: Dame Shirley Bassey will be appearing at the 2013 Academy Awards Show In Hollywood on February 24th. She will perform for the 50th James Bond anniversary celebration! Wonderful News! Bassey is herself celebrating 60 (Diamond) years in Show Business, starting back in 1953.
You have great taste in music. Both these ladies are simply the best. I am so glad that your comment is a plus for both ladies, as so many others feel a need to put down the artist who is not his/her favorite. Shirley and Barbra have recorded many of the same songs over the past 50+ years, but their voices are different. Different, but equally amazing in their own vocal qualities/abilities. Anyone who can appreciate the talent of both these ladies is someone who simply appreciates the best in music. If both ladies sounded exactly alike, it would be a boring world. Regards, Scot
I love you, Shirley Bassey. You inspire me. Do say a prayer for me. I will sing like you. You are the Light of my way as an artiste. Love, Tyler Lord Hamilton
That one composer could write this masterpiece AND "The Summer of 42," just stretches the imagination!♥
Michele Legrand loved Shirley's voice, and agreed to play the piano on her show when Shirley performed his song. For those who don't know, Michele wrote the music and Alan and Marilyn Bergman wrote the lyrics. Who wouldn't love Shirley's voice and amazing vocal abilities! Now 86 yo, she STILL has the ability to sing anything
I did not know that! Thank you. Summer if '42 is in my top five fav songs of all time.
Probably the greatest song ever written, superbly performed.
My Lord, I forgot how just wonderful she was. 👍No one today can match her.
So smooth voice
The fact that a live performance can be so completely flawless... not a recording of the best of 100 takes... Dame Shirley Bassey is simply one of the greatest vocalists who ever lived!
I second and third that...Regards, Scot USA
I was at a wedding in Henley on Thames at the Phylis Court Club. They have concerts every summer and it’s all on the opposite bank of the River Thames. I went outside and suddenly heard Shirley’s stunning voice. It gave me goosebumps.
beautiful
Fantastic! Dame Shirley Bassey with maestro Michel Lagrand, together. WOW!!~
There are no current female artists who compares to the women of this era.
Brilliant performance from Shirley but let's not forget Michel Legrand on piano. He was a fantastic pianist and world-beating composer.
World BLESSING
Born to sing ❤
2 grands du musicol cette femme et ravissante très féminine une beauté de classe
It's the perfect love song, no doubt. Shirley's version is the best. It's my favorite. I listen to it at least once a week. It never gets old. Love you Shirley.
God's gift to us all - Shirley Bassey.
The best version of this song I have ever heard. Beyond stunning.
IanKeith100 I love the upbeat optimistic version of this performance. But my favorite rendition will always be Rosemary Clooney’s melancholy version!
Magnifique!!!
The magic is you Dame Shirley Bassey. This is my 1000000000th time I listen to the video. I just love the way you sang the magic is you!!!!!
I prefer Dame Shirley's version with that big booming voice. She's a great vocalist and I remember watching her show when I was very young and being completely mesmerized by her beauty and talent! ❤😊
How we need another Shirley Bassey!! The magic was Shirley... There should be 2000 Comments
here in response to these great songs.............................
Superb Shirley
One word "exquisite ".
LeGrand seemed to be really enjoying it which tells you everything - he wrote it and must have heard every version
Beautiful the best!!❤❤🎉❤
beautiful voice
Beautiful!
Wow! When legends meet ! Love this so much!
I love this woman.. I lost her album I must find it again and get another turn table that has returned in 2023🙏💫❤
Such a song, such a performance.......
i love this lady !!!!!!!!!!1
SHE'S SO AWSOME!!
Shirley is everything!
I will listen to this video, a million times, for always; one of the best from Bassey !!
Amber Holcomb but I adore Dame but on that song this 16 year old girl is more poignant and wistful
What an amazing voice and unique phrasing.
Soooo great !!!!!! love Shirley
Shirley is the best singer to perform this song pure feeling very powerful voice she the greatest 💕💕💕💕💕
That was very beautiful
Oh My God, what a beautiful song, one of the best I ever heard
BRILLIANT!!!!!!!!!
Epic. Passionate, expressive, and emotional.
I love her tone...she is a wonderful singer!
Mas que encontro delicioso, uma extraordinária de Shirley Bassey o fantástico compositor Michel Legran. Lindo!
WOW!!! So Beautiful Ms. Bassey!! YOU ROCKED IT OUT OF THE PARK GIRL :) :) :)
Come on: it is not only Shirley's voice. Michel Legrand playing live, the author of this song and others like The Windmill of your mind, summer of 42, Brian's song, the umbrellas of cherbourg.... Come on !!!!!!
Shirley was just wonderful!! This comment section should include thousands of
positive remarks!!! Incredible..
Shirley Bassey shows a lot of emotion singing that song!
Agree wholeheartedly.
I can't even listen to anyone else sing this song
What a gorgeous voice by Miss Bassey and wonderful piano playing by Mr Legrand. Wow! God bless!
I am enamored with this recording! I have song it, listened to it , and played it over and over again for the last three weeks. GO ON SHIRLEY!!!
So amazing and so special. Shirley made the song her own! Love it!
I agree with you wholeheartedly she puts her signature on it and makes it her comprable Shirley Bassey.!
Dusty Springfield, imho, she was on another level....
RIP Michel Legrand.
Two of my icons together here.
the wonderful dame shirley what more can anyone say aint she a blessing
This song is so special to me. And it's all the more special when she does it. It's saved to my favorites so I can grab it and watch it when I need it. Thanks whoever for putting this up on You Tube.
The best interpretion of this beautiful music I ever seen in my life,
Miss Bassey, don't you please ever leave us.
Ervin Neves Rodrigues I feel the same way
I can't help but feel wonderful listening to her sing. Awesome performer!
No one sings it like you ! you are the one and only Diva
Can’t put it into words🤔
Le Grandi Note di Shirley!! 💛
So beautiful voice Shirley Bassey avec Michel Legrand so great duo marvellous tanks for sharing
Just loved her singing this song. She did sing this song with a lot of emotion and feeling; well done
Nancywong
Que voz espetacular!
Wow! such Epic Rendition, so full of love and passion in a grandeur manner! with a tinge of melancholy.
I am still listening to this medley. It's just gorgious, nostolgic, and sheer heaven!
RIP Mr Legrand that was our wedding song.We met him in New York one evening at the Blue Note for his first performance in NY.I know he had probably heard that about What are you doing the rest of your life before,but now that he is gone I’m happy we let him know how special that song was and is for us.Our version is interpreted by Johnny Mathis ,however Ms Bassey brings a whole another dimension to the song.
Shirley sang this song so beautifully with emotion; what a gifted singer.
Nancywong
magical quality to her voice
what a wonderful singer, she `reads` the music and lyrics and then acts the performance...it is an art that few can do properly
Greet greet singer !!!!!!!!!!!
And great great componer . I LOVE them❤❤❤
Love!!!
The legendary Bassey.
.. 💞✨💞 PER.. FEC.. TA... 🙊 sencillamente.. FENOMENAL.. la AMO.. 💞
Shirley had a great fan in my dad, so she is not only a great performer she holds memories of him also.
Never tire of listening to this song by Dame Shirley she makes it sound so special .
Magique!!!! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
the wonderfull shirley and that voice she is very special always makes me feel good thanks girl
As a child in London your presence, your voice, your smile mesmerized me....as an adult ...all those attributes you have still do, you are true magnificence!
once again bassey covers a song and puts the original in the shade.
I love this song and the song about the magic was so lovely to❣
I met her only 4 years ago (Glory2God🙌🏾 ) and she looks just as fantastic in person 💃🏾❣
but really something about watching such brilliance such genius such class such phenomenal Talent makes me so sad about what is considered music and Talent today bc TRULY it's #notevenclose....
Beautiful interpretation, Shirley!
And Michel...
beautiful, this is what music is all about
You are right dandy!!!
2:45 SO A LEGENDARY UNDERGROUND RAP SONG BY BLEU DAVINCI FEAT FABOLOUS AND YOUNG JEEZY BROUGHT ME TO THIS SAMPLE… this is a great record too.
Amazing!!! Love her! :)
She slaughters the song
Wow, was she marvelous! That performance will forever be an unforgettable moment in Oscar history.
Truly amazing! The magic is you, Dame Shirley!
she had such an amazing voice
I should listen to her more...Amazing, Amazing!!
Absolutely beautiful 😍
Qué personalidad y estilo de mujer!!! había olvidado qué bien canta.
Un seul pianiste joue comme ça... une énigme.
Bassey brings an operatic edge to everything- vowels proud and strong and the heart of an Italian! - a true pop artist who is or could have ruled the Mezzo operatic world - a star
ATTENTION: Dame Shirley Bassey will be appearing at the 2013 Academy Awards Show In Hollywood on February 24th. She will perform for the 50th James Bond anniversary celebration! Wonderful News! Bassey is herself celebrating 60 (Diamond) years in Show Business, starting back in 1953.
dame Shirley bassey has such a robust voice ..love her
SINGING SONGS AS THE LANGUAGE OF MY SOUL...
Shirley Bassey is an AWESOME singer.
as always shirley just great
Rest in peace, Michel Legrand.
Love this song & especially by Shirley - fabulous!
MARAVILHOSA SEMPRE ! MISS BASSEY
🎉❤ utube Ένα χρυσόψαρο μέσα στη γυάλα John Bavas
I Love Shirley! I Love Barbra! They Are The Best! I Would Like A Video Of Them Singing Together!
You have great taste in music. Both these ladies are simply the best. I am so glad that your comment is a plus for both ladies, as so many others feel a need to put down the artist who is not his/her favorite. Shirley and Barbra have recorded many of the same songs over the past 50+ years, but their voices are different. Different, but equally amazing in their own vocal qualities/abilities. Anyone who can appreciate the talent of both these ladies is someone who simply appreciates the best in music. If both ladies sounded exactly alike, it would be a boring world. Regards, Scot
I love you, Shirley Bassey. You inspire me. Do say a prayer for me. I will sing like you. You are the Light of my way as an artiste. Love, Tyler Lord Hamilton