Amongst the many popular hits, there are certain songs that have a special place in the hearts of people. For instance, there are those songs that are sung by Bing Crosby, Tori Amos, and Frank Sinatra.
Bing Crosby
‘America the Beautiful’ is one of the most popular patriotic songs ever. Many of the top artists have covered this song, including Ray Charles. In fact, it has been called the best Christmas song of all time.
The song is a clever combination of music, words, and a bit of a story. The lyrics were written by Katharine Lee Bates, an English Literature professor at Wellesley College. The poem was first published in the Fourth of July 1895 edition of The Congregationalist.
Bates was inspired by the beauty of the United States, especially Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs. The first verse of the poem talks about the aesthetic appeal of the mountain. The second verse talks about early settlers in the author’s hometown in Massachusetts. The third verse speaks about gratitude for the country’s armed forces. The fourth verse talks about respect for the future.
The best version of the song was recorded by Bing Crosby. His voice is velvety smooth and he sells the song convincingly. The lyrics are sweet and mysterious. The music is also great. There is a bit of a tearjerker in the song, but it’s kept in check by Bing’s phrasing.
Bing Crosby is the best crooner ever. He recorded over 1,600 songs throughout his lifetime. He had the best record sales of any artist in the 20th century. His rendition of “White Christmas” became an American favorite. He also had the best radio ratings for over two decades. He toured the Pacific and Europe.
Bing Crosby has a golden voice. He also has impeccable timing when it comes to music. His song is at the right volume. He sings the song with more gusto. He also has the best phrasing of any singer I’ve ever heard.
Bing Crosby influenced many other artists, including Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra, Billie Holiday, and Ray Charles. He sold close to a billion albums. He starred in over 60 movies and recorded over 1,600 songs during his lifetime. His song “White Christmas” is the best Christmas song of all time.
Bing Crosby and the song “America the Beautiful” may not be the national anthem, but they are certainly a part of America’s history.
Frank Sinatra
‘America the Beautiful’ is one of the most recognized songs in the U.S. It has been covered by several great artists including Bing Crosby, Ray Charles and Beyonce. This song was also featured in the 2008 inaugural concert of President Barack Obama.
The song was composed by Samuel A. Ward and Katharine Lee Bates. It was originally written in 1882 for a hymn called ‘O Mother dear, Jerusalem’. The song was paired with a tune called ‘Materna’ and published in church periodical The Congregalist.
The song was first released as a single in 1957 and later re-recorded three times. It was nominated for Record of the Year at the 1959 Grammy Awards.
The song is also a good example of a well-organized musical performance. The melody is easy to follow and the lyrics aren’t garbled. The song is also the first number one single for Sinatra since the days of his Columbia years.
The song is the subject of an opinion column in the Los Angeles Times. The article, which appeared on July 4, 1991, opined that the ‘America the Beautiful’ has been overshadowed by the more popular ‘The Star Spangled Banner’. It is also the most likely to be sung at a funeral.
The song has also been covered by Elvis Presley. His version has been recorded several times on various concert tapes and CDs. He also made the song the star of his own TV special.
The song has also been featured in a number of movies. It is often performed at the Super Bowl. The song isn’t as overtly controversial as its predecessor, the ‘Star Spangled Banner’, and is easier to sing. It is also a great choice for memorials and remembrances.
Frank Sinatra’s version is the most popular. It also holds the record for most time spent on the UK top forty singles chart. The lyrics are cleverly put together. The song’s main point is that it is a good way to escape from a boring, suburban life.
Frank Sinatra’s ‘My Way’ is another song that is popular among music lovers. It is a simple song, but it’s also one of the sexiest songs of all time.
Mariah Carey
Whether you are an old-school Mariah Carey fan or you are new to her music, it is hard to deny that her Christmas song “Beautiful” is one of her best hits in years. Mariah Carey’s Christmas hits have topped three Guinness World Records in 2019. This year, she will premiere her holiday special, “Mariah Carey’s Christmas: The Magic Continue,” on Apple TV+ on Dec. 3, and will be hosting the show herself.
In early January, Mariah Carey announced she would be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in June. She also released a memoir called “The Meaning of Mariah Carey,” in which she writes about her life and career.
Mariah Carey was born on March 27, 1969, in Huntington, New York. She is of African-American and Venezuelan-American descent. Her father is an aeronautical engineer and her mother was an opera singer. During her childhood, she suffered from difficulty fitting in with her community. Eventually, her parents divorced. Afterwards, her older sister moved in with her father.
Mariah Carey first came to national attention singing “America the Beautiful” at a basketball game. Later, she performed the song at the 2002 Super Bowl. Her performance showed a side of Mariah Carey that was different than the “vocal bombast” of her earlier hits. In her performance, she filled the cathedral with love. The song has become one of her fan favorites.
“Beautiful” has been praised by many music critics. Bob Roberts, for example, branded the song as “trendy” and “typical.”
“Beautiful” was released on July 1, 2013. It was only available on Mariah’s official VEVO account. It reached 1.2 million digital downloads in the United States. It also sold over 29 million audience impressions across all radio formats. It was a huge hit, with the song reaching the top ten of the Hot Digital Songs chart.
Mariah Carey’s “Beautiful” has received platinum certification from the Australian Recording Industry Association. It was also awarded gold certification by Recorded Music NZ. It was also included in a medley of her greatest hits.
The song was released by Clear Channel Media and Entertainment. It was played on AC and Top 40 radio stations across the United States.
Tori Amos
Almost 20 years ago, Tori Amos released her breakthrough single, “Little Earthquakes.” She has since released numerous albums and sold over twelve million records. In a career that has spanted two decades, Amos has tackled a variety of themes, from female sexuality to religion. With her new album, Ocean to Ocean, Amos is embracing dark lyrics and lush orchestrations. Here are five songs that reflect the singer’s personal narrative.
The song “Winter” is rooted in heartache and change. It also has imagery of a mature songwriter. It’s a beautiful song that is one of Tori Amos’ most popular songs. It’s not a lyric that has been widely interpreted by others, but it does have a lot of weight. It has been played in support of the LGBTQ+ community in Russia and Turkey.
“Silent All These Years” is the third track on Amos’ debut solo album. It begins with a minor-key broken chord that quickly shifts into a memorable melody. The lyrics follow “Crucify” and ask a question that begs for healing. Rather than resorting to sentimentality, “Silent All These Years” feels personal without becoming too sentimental.
“Precious Things” is another of Tori Amos’ songs that focuses on a woman’s memories. Amos’ song opens with treble-clef chords played with a light fragility. The chorus includes the lyrics, “Since you left, I’ve been hiding your ashes”. The lyrics are a reminder that a person’s grief can be the ultimate mystery box. The narrator tries to reconcile the broken relationships in her life.
“God” is another song that focuses on a woman’s perspective on men. Amos’ lyrics imply that women have to take responsibility for their own sexuality. She also tackles religion in her song “Little Earthquakes.”
“God” is one of Tori Amos’ more edgy songs. It’s about women attempting to find their own voice in the male dominated world. The lyrics are a stark reflection of the patriarchal impasse of American culture.
“Sexual Assault” is another song that is rooted in adolescence and sexual oppression. The lyrics ask for closure, but they also beg for a reckoning. The song was originally recorded for Nirvana’s “Nevermind” album. Amos played the piano solo in this version.