On Days Like These
Matt Monro
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On days like these when skies are blue and fields are green I look around and think about what might have been And then I hear sweet music float around my head As I recall the many things we left unsaid And its on days like these that I remember Singing songs and drinking wine While your eyes play games with mine On days like these I wonder what became of you Maybe today you are singing songs with someone new I'd like to think you're walking by those willow trees Remembering the lovely youth on days like these And its on days like these that I remember Singing songs and drinking wine While your eyes play games with mine On days like these I wonder what became of you Maybe today you are singing songs with someone new
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Written by: Grant Black, Paul Herman, John Kenzie
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Song Composition"On Days Like These" is written by lyricist Don Black and composer Quincy Jones, and it's sung by famous British crooner Matt Monro.
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Movie FeatureReleased in 1969, the song was featured in the opening credits of the classic movie "The Italian Job", starring Michael Caine. It set the mood for the beautiful and scenic Italian views.
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Song PopularityDespite not being a chartbuster, the song gained immense popularity over time and became one of Matt Monro's signature tracks.
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Quincy Jones's RoleLegendary musician Quincy Jones, who is known for working with Michael Jackson and Frank Sinatra, provided the musical arrangement for the song, further enhancing its melodic appeal.
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Recurring Theme in The Italian JobApart from the opening sequence, the song was also used in the closing minutes of the movie, providing a thematic continuity to the film's narrative.
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Unique Song StructureUnlike many pop songs that follow a typical verse-chorus structure, "On Days Like These" has a more complex format, featuring an instrumental intro, verse, pre-chorus, chorus, bridge, and outro, showcasing Quincy Jones's versatility as a composer and arranger.
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Lyrics & ThemeDon Black's lyrics for "On Days Like These" convey a sense of both nostalgia and yearning, complementing the adventurous and risky nature of the movie plot.
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Matt Monro's RenditionRenowned for his clear and smooth voice, Matt Monro's soulful interpretation of the lyrics added a layer of depth and emotion to the song making it timeless.
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Recognition"On Days Like These" has earned its place in popular culture and is still appreciated by fans of classic movies and music. It's often considered one of the most memorable movie themes from the 1960s.
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Cover VersionsWhile the original version remains the most popular, "On Days Like These" has been covered by a number of artists, attesting to its enduring appeal.
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