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Who sang the best version of My Way?
Willie Nelson. At 85, this Texas-born country troubadour is as prolific as ever, still releasing albums on a yearly basis. His indelible version of “My Way” – the title track from the singer’s 2018 Sinatra tribute album – shows how Nelson can take a song closely identified with another performer and make it his own.
What did Frank Sinatra think of Elvis?
On hearing of Presley’s death, in 1977, Sinatra was genuinely saddened and effusive in his praise of the man they called The King. “There have been many accolades uttered about Elvis’ talent and performances through the years, all of which I agree with wholeheartedly,” he said. “I shall miss him dearly as a friend.
Who originally wrote my way?
Jacques Revaux
JAY-ZGilles ThibautPaul AnkaClaude François
My Way/Composers
Did David Bowie right My Way?
David Bowie was the first person to write English lyrics to the original tune of what eventually became the global hit, My Way. Claude Francois, a big name in his native France, wrote and performed the original song called, Comme d’habitude which means ‘As Usual.
Who wrote for Sinatra?
Paul Anka became a star at 16 and went on to even greater heights in show business, writing My Way for Frank Sinatra.
Did Elvis Presley meet Frank Sinatra?
The meeting between the two was a highly anticipated encounter at the time. Presley and Sinatra had been seen as music rivals since the ’50s, and were often asked about each other in interviews.
Who wrote the song I Did It My Way by Frank Sinatra?
Paul Anka
My Way/Lyricists
Did Frank Sinatra write any of his songs?
Francis Albert Sinatra didn’t write the songs we know and love. But Ol’ Blue Eyes was the songwriter’s greatest friend as he could take a tune and make it one of the most famous songs in the world.
Did Paul Anka write My Way for Sinatra?
Paul Anka
Claude FrançoisJacques RevauxJAY-ZGilles Thibaut