The Best Is Yet to Come
Tony Bennett
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Out of the tree of life I just picked me a plum You came along and everything's startin' to hum Still, it's a real good bet, the best is yet to come The best is yet to come and babe, won't that be fine? You think you've seen the sun, but you ain't seen it shine Wait till the warm-up's underway Wait till our lips have met Wait till you see that sunshine day You ain't seen nothin' yet The best is yet to come and babe, won't it be fine? The best is yet to come, come the day you're mine Come the day you're mine I'm gonna teach you to fly We've only tasted the wine We're gonna drain the cup dry Wait till your charms are right for these arms to surround You think you've flown before, but you ain't left the ground Wait till you're locked in my embrace Wait till I draw you near Wait till you see that sunshine place Ain't nothin' like it here The best is yet to come and babe, won't it be fine? The best is yet to come, come the day you're mine Ohh Out of the tree of life I just picked me a plum You came along and everything's
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Written by: Carolyn Leigh, Cy Coleman
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6 facts about this song
Song Composition"The Best Is Yet to Come" is a 1959 song composed by Cy Coleman, with lyrics written by Carolyn Leigh. This popular classic was originally attributed to Tony Bennett.
- The creative pair, Coleman and Leigh, were known for their contributions to the music of Broadway and popular song during the 1950s and 1960s.
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Frank Sinatra's InterpretationFrank Sinatra recorded the song in 1964, with a Count Basie-led orchestra arrangement by Quincy Jones.
- This rendition is arguably the most popular, as it became a personal favorite of Sinatra's and he often performed it at concerts.
- In fact, the phrase "The Best Is Yet To Come" is engraved on Sinatra's tombstone.
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Tony Bennett's Original PerformanceTony Bennett was actually the first one to record and commercially release this song, debuting it in 1959.
- It was included in Bennett's album "To My Wonderful One" in 1960.
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Count Basie's InvolvementLegendary jazz pianist and bandleader Count Basie collaborated with Sinatra for the version of the song included in the album "It Might As Well Be Swing."
- Count Basie's orchestra's input played a significant role in molding the catchy, jazz-infused touch that the song is famous for.
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Quincy Jones' Signature TouchQuincy Jones, a renowned musician and record producer, was the arranger of Sinatra's version of the song.
- Jones has had an extensive music career spanning six decades, and his involvement in the song significantly contributed to its lasting success.
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Song LegacyOver the years, "The Best Is Yet To Come" has been covered by numerous artists in different genres.
- It has been featured in several films and television series, making it a staple of American popular culture.
- Beyond Sinatra and Bennett, other notable performers of the song include Michael Bublé, Peggy Lee, and Grover Washington Jr.
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