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Article: Tony Bennett still climbing halfway to stars // Singer never tires of `San Francisco'
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- Chicago Sun-Times
- Article date:
- January 15, 1989
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The ultimate song will outlive the singer.
Bing Crosby is forever associated with "White Christmas," Frank
Sinatra is tied to "New York, New York" and Lena Horne flies through
"Stormy Weather." But when it comes to signature songs, Tony
Bennett's "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" is at the top of the
charts.
A signature song is the result of an undeniable chemistry of
personality, phrasing and music. Singers will dip the song in their
own styles. In the case of Bennett, his distinguished voice is
defined by rhythmic experimentation and steadfast loyalty to the
songwriter's intent. What is the lightning bolt that sparks these
characteristics?
"I'm not an expert, but I think it's ...