Monday, July 3, 2023

Beyond the Sea - Bobby Darin

Beyond the Sea - Bobby Darin
2:52
That's All, 1960
Written by Jack Lawrence, adapted from Charles Trenet, 1945

Darin can be written off by some, perhaps, as the off-brand Sinatra, but his vocals here are a masterclass in swagger and sophistication. His voice, crisp and confident, glides effortlessly over the energetic big band arrangement, creating a version that is both smooth and dynamic. His youthful exuberance makes the song feel fresh even sixty-five years later. While the Chairman may have exuded a more effortless cool and measured phrasing, Darin leans into this song with an infectious verve, almost playful in his delivery.

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