A note to everyone comparing this to Bernadette: this is the second-act song; she sings the first-act version (Merrily runs backwards, remember?). It has a totally different meaning, which I think he expresses beautifully.
I just want to second what Bobbybabybobbybubbie said. This version of the song is a duet in the show between 2 characters getting married, the Bernadette version takes place earlier in the show (ie later in time, since is runs backwards) when that same couple is getting divorced. Beautiful job conveying the message, Nathan. Not many people choose to do the joyous reprise of this song rather than the (still beautiful but) angsty version.
Justyn Zeider, this starts in the key of F. This is the key it is in the book "All Sondheim, Volume 2" published in 1997. Since this was after the song had been given to the character Beth, I take this to mean Sondheim would still be OK with a male singing it, as it was originally done in the Broadway production.
Not day goes by (Part 2) Not a day goes by Not a single day But you’re somewhere a part of my life And it looks like you’ll stay As the days go by I keep thinking, when does it end? That it can’t get much better much longer But it only gets better and stronger And deeper and nearer And simpler and free-er And richer and clearer And no Not a day goes by Not a blessed day - But you somewhere come into my life And you don’t go away And I have to say If you do, I'll die I want day, after day After day, after day After day After day, after day After day, after day Till the days go by Till the days go by Till the days go by
Lots of folks think that because lots of females have covered the song (Bernadette Peters is actually one of the better known for covering it). But it was originally made know by Paul Gemignani from the 1981 OBC Recording (yup...big musical theater dork. At least I'm a professional performer with a degree to justify my dorkdom ;).
Okay, I've decided that I want this song performed at my wedding ... While Bernadette Peters conveys the more biting, sarcastic edge of this song, Nathan sings it in a very sweet way that implies it's a deep and sincere song about love and devotion - till the days go by. Of course, first I gotta find me a hot boyfriend who would want to marry me.
@Broadway42Baby Actually, no it isn't. It is sung by Beth, to Franklin, when they are in court getting divorced, near the end of Act One. It is also reprised in the second act, again by Beth along with Mary and Frank, but it is definitely Beth's big song. That said, Nathan, you made me cry. I JUST got home from doing this show on Fire Island for a week, and this song has always been my favorite from the show. Amazing job :-)
@Mystious actually, in the show it is sung by a male character and was written for the tenor voice. however, the solo is more popular among female singers.
@JoshJNYC Not to argue, but just so you are aware. The song was sung by Frank in the original 1981 production, but it became Beth's song when the musical was revived and revised. So technically, you are both correct. :)
He's FANTASTIC! Such a wonderful voice and inflection! star-quality--- ALREADY--- even as young as he is! There were about three "glitches" (TINY!!!!!), and I prefer to sing it just a touch more slowly, but I got lost in his line and the timbre of his voice. Truly special, well-trained, solid interpreter with a placid, earnest, honest openness & vulnerability! I would have liked a bit more emotion. There's much to say! For HIM, I'd pull out my wallet and buy his disc. Bravo! Bravi tutti!
This kid has a gorgeous voice and performed well...but same issue I have with most young performers of this song; I'm missing the full emotional depth and longing inherent in the piece. He acts well...but some pieces need that extra bit of life experience and/or an actor who has experienced certain emotions and can control their performance in the midst of that wrenching emotion. Though he's a good type to be cast in the show.
You're correct that it's more well known for the females who cover it such as Bernadette Peters. From what I remember from the musical the song is sung by both a man and a woman at different times. There's nothing gender specific about the lyrics.
@ErnieFairchild1 In fairness to the guy, you can't compare him to Bernadette Peters :). He did good. I think the so-called lack of emotion is the short time all the performers are given... just thinking out loud... but definitely a clear male voice if I may say so...
D'accordo! Sei Italiano? Io non sono ma é la mia lingua seconda. Sono anche un cantante. Mi vedi qui, a You Tube, sotto il nome Joel Barry. Canto Nessun Dorma. Ma, il video ha 14 anni. Ciao Marcinho
Nathan sings very beautifully in tune with a good voice but the song requires a slower tempo and much more intensity to the chord structure for which doesn't seem to be evident by his accompaniment. Nathan has excellent talent but this song requires how much slower and intense pace and he races to the climaxes too fast to bring bring out the clashes of Harmony that Stephen Sondheim had so cleverly written and can't be heard at such a tempo Nathan performs it.
@jlars21 He sounds nice, but I mean, compared to Bernadette (since you brought her up) it seemed rushed and emotionally stiff. Guys seem to fall into that trap too much..wanting to sound musical-theater-manly...and then ignoring the emotional nuance of great songs like this.
A note to everyone comparing this to Bernadette: this is the second-act song; she sings the first-act version (Merrily runs backwards, remember?). It has a totally different meaning, which I think he expresses beautifully.
To think he graduated and already made his Off B-way debut! Congrats!
Great job, Nathan! I want to hear you sing this in 10 years when you have lived longer and experienced more of life..it will be even richer!
What a beautiful voice! I had never heard a man sing it.....Great Job!
At last someone singing this song with emotion and pathos. great Nathan
i want to listen to his voice day after day, after day, after day...
you know the rest.
It doesn’t get old ❤️
Nathan , You are very very talented. Enjoy the musical ride wherever it takes you. I will be rooting for you!
I just want to second what Bobbybabybobbybubbie said. This version of the song is a duet in the show between 2 characters getting married, the Bernadette version takes place earlier in the show (ie later in time, since is runs backwards) when that same couple is getting divorced.
Beautiful job conveying the message, Nathan. Not many people choose to do the joyous reprise of this song rather than the (still beautiful but) angsty version.
Wow. Such a beautiful voice. This is how musical theater should sound again.
An amazing performance! Deeply moving.
So powerful! Love it.
Wow. This is absolutely incredible. Your voice makes my jaw drop. You are fantastic. And such great emotion. :)
Justyn Zeider, this starts in the key of F. This is the key it is in the book "All Sondheim, Volume 2" published in 1997. Since this was after the song had been given to the character Beth, I take this to mean Sondheim would still be OK with a male singing it, as it was originally done in the Broadway production.
An aural treat. Tyvm!
Beautiful rendition!!!!!
beautiful, sir gardner. beautiful.
You're one of the few performers in theatre nowadays that I hear use dynamics, or at least pay attention to them. Brilliantly performed!
What a beautiful, masculine voice!
So glad to come across someone doing the act 2 lyrics of the song. Too infrequently performed.
You are great! I wish you much success
He looks so much like Mandy Patinkin. Gorgeous voice, vibrato and beautiful interpretation!
Not day goes by (Part 2)
Not a day goes by
Not a single day
But you’re somewhere a part of my life
And it looks like you’ll stay
As the days go by
I keep thinking, when does it end?
That it can’t get much better much longer
But it only gets better and stronger
And deeper and nearer
And simpler and free-er
And richer and clearer
And no
Not a day goes by
Not a blessed day -
But you somewhere come into my life
And you don’t go away
And I have to say
If you do, I'll die
I want day, after day
After day, after day
After day
After day, after day
After day, after day
Till the days go by
Till the days go by
Till the days go by
I think he is just perfect.
Incredible. Absolutely amazing!
I so love his voice.
Leave my man alone!
excellent... such feeling
Whoa. I think I just fell in love.
Outstanding.....!!!!!
Lots of folks think that because lots of females have covered the song (Bernadette Peters is actually one of the better known for covering it). But it was originally made know by Paul Gemignani from the 1981 OBC Recording (yup...big musical theater dork. At least I'm a professional performer with a degree to justify my dorkdom ;).
Brilliant.
Bravo! Bravissimo! Beautiful singing.
i LOVE his voice :D
Good job young man! Keep singing cause you feel it.
Beautiful voice my friend.
Okay, I've decided that I want this song performed at my wedding ... While Bernadette Peters conveys the more biting, sarcastic edge of this song, Nathan sings it in a very sweet way that implies it's a deep and sincere song about love and devotion - till the days go by. Of course, first I gotta find me a hot boyfriend who would want to marry me.
BRAVO!
PHENOMENAL.
Magic
Sto pensando la stessa cosa. Lui é un cantante bello!
@Mystious in the show, the reprise of not a day goes by is in fact song by 1 guy and 2 girls
in the West End version (2013) Beth sings both songs, first and second act which makes it even stronger
@Broadway42Baby Actually, no it isn't. It is sung by Beth, to Franklin, when they are in court getting divorced, near the end of Act One. It is also reprised in the second act, again by Beth along with Mary and Frank, but it is definitely Beth's big song.
That said, Nathan, you made me cry. I JUST got home from doing this show on Fire Island for a week, and this song has always been my favorite from the show. Amazing job :-)
Well you are half right! Franklin sang the act 1 version in the original run but it was switched to Beth for the revival!
@Mystious actually, in the show it is sung by a male character and was written for the tenor voice. however, the solo is more popular among female singers.
A bit too young for this song, but cannot wait to hear him sing more and for him to revisit this when he’s older. So talented!!!
I mean, in the show when this version is performed. The character is in his twenties.
Very nice. Works perfectly well for a male singer.
Pretty good
Egli è certamente. Io gli auguro successo molto bene nella sua carriera!
@JoshJNYC Not to argue, but just so you are aware. The song was sung by Frank in the original 1981 production, but it became Beth's song when the musical was revived and revised.
So technically, you are both correct. :)
this is the "happy" version of the song
Awesome interpretation!! Goodluck on Broadway! :-)
@Mystious It's sung by a male character and reprised as a male/female duet.
The beauty of the song transcends gender, you are so right!
@TheyLeaveAtDawn It's in F major until "And no, not a day goes by," when it modulates into G major.
@TheyLeaveAtDawn The key of Awesome
@Stewy202 Learn something new every day! :-) Thanks for the tidbit!
He's FANTASTIC! Such a wonderful voice and inflection! star-quality--- ALREADY--- even as young as he is! There were about three "glitches" (TINY!!!!!), and I prefer to sing it just a touch more slowly, but I got lost in his line and the timbre of his voice.
Truly special, well-trained, solid interpreter with a placid, earnest, honest openness & vulnerability! I would have liked a bit more emotion. There's much to say!
For HIM, I'd pull out my wallet and buy his disc. Bravo! Bravi tutti!
This is beautiful! Is the arrangement with these lyrics/in this key in the score for the show?
Beautiful and heartfelt. Are there any more videos of Nathan?
@Broadway42Baby . You are correct.
Or is it available anywhere?! IT's so gorgeous.
This kid has a gorgeous voice and performed well...but same issue I have with most young performers of this song; I'm missing the full emotional depth and longing inherent in the piece. He acts well...but some pieces need that extra bit of life experience and/or an actor who has experienced certain emotions and can control their performance in the midst of that wrenching emotion. Though he's a good type to be cast in the show.
Excellent singing art
1:03 is gorgeous.
You're correct that it's more well known for the females who cover it such as Bernadette Peters. From what I remember from the musical the song is sung by both a man and a woman at different times. There's nothing gender specific about the lyrics.
typically yes. but this is the second act version, which is in fact sung by three people, one of them a male.
nice
Love it sung by a chap
This was wonderful. :)
Would anyone happen to know what key it is in?
@moonastra have you heard carly simon's 1980 version?
A wonderful rendition, a passionate singer, but why the lyric changes? I felt the angst was lost with the softening of the lyrics
This is the hopeful version, not the estranged, bitter, & hurting version from the same show...
@ErnieFairchild1 In fairness to the guy, you can't compare him to Bernadette Peters :). He did good. I think the so-called lack of emotion is the short time all the performers are given... just thinking out loud... but definitely a clear male voice if I may say so...
D'accordo! Sei Italiano? Io non sono ma é la mia lingua seconda. Sono anche un cantante. Mi vedi qui, a You Tube, sotto il nome Joel Barry. Canto Nessun Dorma. Ma, il video ha 14 anni. Ciao Marcinho
So what? i actually came here to listen this by a guy
Nathan sings very beautifully in tune with a good voice but the song requires a slower tempo and much more intensity to the chord structure for which doesn't seem to be evident by his accompaniment. Nathan has excellent talent but this song requires how much slower and intense pace and he races to the climaxes too fast to bring bring out the clashes of Harmony that Stephen Sondheim had so cleverly written and can't be heard at such a tempo Nathan performs it.
why does it matter if it was originally sung by a male or female, Bernadette Peters does a rendition of being alive and no-one seems to care.
wasn't he nervous?
Like butta!!
The original part is a female, but here a male is singing it.
Lovely voice. I just wish he had stayed in tune at the end.
@jlars21 He sounds nice, but I mean, compared to Bernadette (since you brought her up) it seemed rushed and emotionally stiff. Guys seem to fall into that trap too much..wanting to sound musical-theater-manly...and then ignoring the emotional nuance of great songs like this.
He's too young... He'll get better with years to come.
It is sung by both a man and a woman in this show
It seemed calculated to me :/
Bernadette does it better
Awful compared to Carly Simon