Dean Martin - "For The Good Times" - LIVE

Dean Martin sings "For The Good Times" live on his TV show (April 8, 1971). Dean was almost bursting into tears.

[@j.rcoker9051]

No special electronics equipment or fancy ear pieces......Just a man with true talent!!

[@geronasetenta]

Dean Martín era talento al máximo, igual que Frank Sinatra, Doris Day, Bing Crosby, etc. Hoy solo hay cantantes mediocres y sin talento.

[@neiafonsoavancinisevero5868]

True

[@neiafonsoavancinisevero5868]

@@geronasetenta verdad.

[@conniefudge189]

You can say that again , there’s only one Dino💜💜💜

[@williamberry3002]

@@geronasetenta .

[@lindamcgonigal6931]

My Mom and Dad didn't listen to alot of the same music, but this was what I would call "their song". They were married for just over 21 years before my Dad passed away. My Mom was a widow at 42 yrs old and I was a 19 yr old sophomore in college. Every time I hear this song, I think of my parents. Mom has now gone on too, after being without her only love for nearly 36 years. Maybe soon I'll be able to join them and we'll be a family again with my older brother too, also gone, just 2 years after my Mom went to be with our Dad. Love this song and the beautiful memories that it brings.❤

[@usaneebeilles9510]

I'm sorry for your loss. They've left to the better place. You've that sweet memories with you. You're not alone. Wish you good health. Take care.

[@lindamcgonigal6931]

Thank you for your kind reply. This year has been particularly difficult, and my Dad passed away on Sun Feb 11th and was buried on Wed Feb 14th, 51 yrs ago, and it just so happened that those dates were on the same days of the week this year and I've been in the hospital for a week now, with no visitors. I'm glad my parents are together in a better place and I'm ready to join them.

[@usaneebeilles9510]

Life has never been easy. Hope is a precious gift to mankind. There'll always be tomorrow. Wish luck be with you.

[@donna8389]

Im sorry for your loss. Difficult to carry on when loves of your life have gone but we do. Memories and knowing you will see them someday keeps us going . I lost my parents 18 years ago, three weeks apart, both died on Wednesday at the same time of day. My dad loved my mom and would say Im taking you with me when I die and he did.

[@paulneighbors6066]

My goodness, I'm sorry that you were feeling sad and lonely. I hope you're doing better now. Wishing you the best from East Texas.

[@ritaaileen8692]

I am old now but Dean's songs can still melt my inside.

[@hazellashley6228]

Makes two of us❤

[@JoanMorrison-vq2jc]

​@@hazellashley6228 Makes three of us!

[@tracy85777]

​@@JoanMorrison-vq2jcmakes four of us. 😀

[@paulneighbors6066]

Make it four... Nobody could sing so easy and as effortlessly as Dean Martin. I would almost dance with a couple of ex wives of mine if this was playing. Of course there's a couple of'em I would be too busy ducking and running if they showed up.... Maybe I should have played this while I was married and then there would be nearly as many ex's.....

[@MrFormula44]

Makes 4 of us because we grew old but this timeless classic never gets old as it ages so fine like a vintage fine red wine 🍷

[@randynichols5748]

This classic song has been sung by a hundred singers. No one did it better than this.

[@patriciadavies5819]

For me Ray Prices’s version is the best.

[@Flawgore]

@@patriciadavies5819 for mine it’s deans

[@patriciadavies5819]

@@Flawgore it’s a toss up

[@Flawgore]

@@patriciadavies5819 indeed my g sn ygm

[@MemphisFlash84]

Elvis sang it really well…

[@dichambers]

Loved Dean's voice! Not many singers who can sit on a couch and just sing and sound great! Such a talent!

[@frankhendricks5918]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy, i hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face,,

[@thebadguy616]

That man had a set of pipes like no other. Wish some people could live forever.

[@mrHoppedupford]

The most soothing singing voice I've ever heard.

[@vincentdefeo5917]

Your so right,Iam 70 years old and grew up on dean martin he could do everything, sing,act,comidy.he was true one for the ages ,i love you pisan r.i.p. Dino

[@nathanrodriguez9470]

I'm 24 years old and I am a huge fan of the King Of Cool Dean Martin no artist today can beat his talent today's artists use technology to sing for them in the 70s and 60s 50s that technology didn't exist eather you could sing or you couldn't I wish Dean could live forever if he would of stopped that cigarette habit he would still be here but his son got killed in Vietnam and it hurt him I suppose I could understand that

[@akrenwinkle]

@@nathanrodriguez9470 I am an embryo but I really like this kind of music.

[@nathanrodriguez9470]

@@akrenwinkleGood Times is actually a big hit country song that came out in the early 70s they don't make country songs like this anymore and I wish they still did this style of country music just has something special that today's country music don't

[@juanitaashmore4797]

No backup, no tricks, just that pure, sweet voice. OMG, there will never be another as good.

[@mattmazzara1]

There'll never be another Dean Martin. One of the greatest ever!

[@cicajmigogoogle]

Thee Best

[@ethnamorrissey8795]

Love the man

[@mitchmaglio1363]

He made it look so effortless. Dean's vocals were as warm as a blanket on a cold day and equally comforting. Timeless.

[@thomasgrillo2203]

This was my wife favorite song. My wife passed away recently 😢and when I heard this song brings back memories 😢 💔 😪

[@rickgrimeswife6638]

I 'm sooo sorry....greetings from Poland....🎉...Katarzyna....🥀

[@peterjslevin4834]

You can see how all those memories are going through his mind almost bringing him to tears.

[@josephwhittam2144]

He is so deeply emotional

[@elainelosee7974]

Yes, his heart is breaking. He and Jeannie have split The pain 💔 my heart ❤, I love them both.

[@MrDozerdee]

Painful to listen too. But so wonderful.

[@suemcknight9051]

So many times through the years he alluded to or flat out said he had regrets and would always miss “My Jeannie”....😢💔

[@RitaMalikfour]

I was sure he was close to tears singing this song, first time I read other comments with the sane thoughts i was having

[@FrankieBlueEyes]

This is when you needed talent to be a star....won't see his kind ever again. RIP Dino!

[@owencoll8474]

Bloody Horo. Just lush

[@omarokinawa4743]

MDAC1012 i agree same goes for perry como

[@basilnedic5165]

to right to true

[@raed_ksa9449]

MDAC1012 they don’t make men like this anymore

[@FrankieBlueEyes]

@@raed_ksa9449 unfortunately you are right.

[@wpontius4355]

Television that had dignity and class, a beautiful set, a live orchestra and a talented vocalist. The smooth vocals of Dean Martin.

[@bobkanocz5277]

The beauty of Dean’s songs on the “couch” were the simpler & less orchestrated arrangements which allowed his voice to really flourish.

[@philipgwynne2088]

This is orchestrated, and I don't think simpler. Yes, its a really good performance , but what is a 'couch' performance?

[@bobkanocz5277]

@@philipgwynne2088 When he sang on the "couch or sofa" on his TV show, the arrangements were less orchestrated & w/o a chorus. It let his great voice shine through.

[@MikeSealyUSA]

Dean Martin I so miss your style, swagger, sense of humor and voice. We are in a changing world of emasculated men. You were the type mentor I grew up with and damn glad I did.

[@meanmr.mustard1730]

Well said ...

[@patriciasmith4627]

He was awesome. I had the pleasure of seeing him live in Vegas. What a show he put on. That was in the 80's at Balley's

[@virginicabeyrouthy3209]

😘

[@rhovey1059]

Welome to the nwo!

[@Meekmoonlitmuse]

GODDAM LET IT RIP TATER CHIP, MR DEAN MARTIN PERFECTLY ENCAPSULATED THE WRITER OF THIS SONG, KRIS K., FEELINGS*

[@tommurphy727]

One day I will find the words to say how much talent he had so I’m still looking

[@Spezialagentin]

Tears from my eyes. I want Dean Martin back.

[@cam.....]

We all do

[@rohidnablayy6060]

💔💔💔

[@tomvenam8203]

He’s in a better place now.

[@Spezialagentin]

@@tomvenam8203 I hope we are able to meet him.

[@tomvenam8203]

@@Spezialagentin Me too! There’s so many celebrities I’d love to meet in heaven 💔

[@jpathak6227]

Just listen and feel the pain. What a wonderful rendition.

[@dianeuecker5186]

It is so sad, sometimes we make mistakes in our life that hurt so much. I am just glad he was able to spend his last years with the woman he loved.

[@iofwd]

Im crying watching this. Dino, I love you from the bottom of my heart.

[@miguelmiananetto1740]

Yes....

[@salrusso1233]

Ava your beautiful God bless

[@rlbgt371]

Me too!

[@owen9461]

I cant help it

[@Nicholas___....]

Still miss his style and voice terribly, can truly see pain in his soul singing this.

[@eighthoneknows8273]

My dad from Bari Italy had the same coloring as Dean Martin . Both very strikingly handsome men ! 💔😥 miss you daddy

[@ericbutton222]

Steven seagal could be a younger brother if his

[@dianeuecker5186]

My heart breaks for him here. I am just glad that his last moments on this earth were with his Jeannie.

[@bettydyer7859]

Julia Milford and Diane Uecker, I read in her biography, that Jeanne slept in Dean's bed the Christmas night he died. She held his hand until they took him away. He told her that she was the 'only girl.he ever loved'.

[@kathleenweppler3217]

@@bettydyer7859 this made me cry!

[@MsFiregal]

When entertainers could just literally sit there and entertain us. No fancy stage production, just the singer and the music. I sure miss those days.

[@paulneighbors6066]

At 3:20 he nearly lost it. But Dean was a professional. Wonderful singing. Here it is Dec.2024 and people are still listening to this. Wishing everyone joy and happiness from East Texas.

[@paulschut5873]

He was wearing his heart on his sleeve throughout the song..Dean's style always seemed effortless but it took quite a bit of effort at the end to keep from crying. I imagine he was thinking of his second wife Jeanne and their up and down relationship.

[@Filomena1952]

He had an extraordinary voice, not one to be forgotten. I immediately recognize it whenever I hear him sing

[@iangrant7273]

Possibly the finest live performance of his career. Certainly the most moving. An extraordinary talent singing with his heart on his sleeve.

[@jadezee6316]

i agree with this......

[@spencedragsted6579]

Truly one of the best. Wonderful.

[@russberg900]

One of the greatest voices of all time!

[@Farbautisonn]

Jesus. Ive never seen him like that. And he kept going. As a widower, who still after years struggles with the loss of my wife lost at a young age, I cant possibly imagine the strength it takes to sing, while your heart is dust.

[@filedroid]

The likes of Dean Martin and Frank Sinatra I don't know if we'll ever see that again. It amazes me how talented they were compared to what we see now. I mean really, what performers can act both drama and comedy as well as sing & dance. I miss those variety shows.

[@douglaslett7504]

WW 2 generation best generation ! Never again ! The Best !

[@kellymix33]

Andy Williams too, such a wonderful singer he was ...

[@kayequinn7146]

Saw Ol' Blue Eyes in concert many years ago. ❤Wish I could've seen Dino. Incomparable talent.❤

[@rogerredding5269]

Beautiful Voice thanks for sharing .

[@babylonhasfallen5338]

I'm so glad to say I have this on vinyl

[@musicalgenius02]

MFS Productions upload it on KZbin

[@khaledebeid5102]

Many people sang this song but this rendition of DeamMartin is the most affective and passionate one.what an expression he had.

[@RaymondPappalardo-yj6iq]

I'm 75 years old and I've always loved DEAN MARTIN no singers like him today MAGICAL VOICE ✨️ 💖

[@rayenorman6335]

Dean was one classy guy.

[@MsFiregal]

When singers truly had talent and didn't need to do a production. Dean was just pure talent, making it look so dang easy and effortless.

[@johngundersen7255]

Can't be better than this!

[@MrSLaurel1927]

I think this would have been around the time his marriage with Jeanne was starting to break up. The lyrics seem to have really resonated with him in this performance.

[@mitchkenvin259]

The coolest cat of all time

[@michellepost1016]

I never missed an episode of his Thursday night variety show, and I was just a kid.My dad always watched it, too.He sang so smooth...and had wonderful sense of humor.As a teen, I never missed his Roast specials.

[@patriciajanemcgrath627]

This is wringing the emotions to the extreme. Goosebumps and a few tears. Glorious and missed ❤

[@fredkoltz9788]

Well said, Pat. . .

[@busterbaggin6180]

Great live performance = he owns it

[@frankincorvaia2169]

This man was the best of the best hands down.

[@bessieknapper8700]

After watching Dean singing For The Good Times that was when I saw he was crying. It touched him while he was singing.

[@pattyeelsner2609]

I did also broke my heart but it was breaking his heart so much more Jeanne and dean was going through the divorce

[@SarahPetrey1]

He just opened his mouth and the music flowed effortlessly! ❤️

[@frankhendricks5918]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy, i hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face,,

[@murrayfarrow866]

I was a child when Dean was is "second career" (post Jerry Lewis). I thought he was an OK singers then. Now, when I listen, I appreciate the talent this gentleman had. His voice is soooooo smooth and his music just flows (beautiful). To me, there are only a few singers today that sing to the level of Mr. Martin.

[@2jzplusboost]

My favorite version of this song out of any singer and any performance. What an amazing talent to be able to sing better than studio versions with several takes, in just one shot on tv with minimal audio equipment

[@Heitor89999]

jerry vale version is soooo good too, but i agree with you

[@steve1991]

Jesus...he sits down, adjusts his collar, and KILLS IT! What a legend!

[@songbirdinnc]

One of the best Kris Kristofferson songs, probably the best cover ever! Kristofferson was one of the best songwriters of all time. And of course, no one interprets a sad song like Dino...he was one of Kristofferson's idols.

[@bettydyer7859]

Elvis Presley idolized Dean, too...he loved his voice and his grace on stage.

[@hootokhsheemehta1048]

So much feeling in his songs....

[@alastairclunie7232]

If your idol in life is Dino well you must be doing something right. Dean Martin the guy Elvis wanted to be

[@murielleclément-m4d]

Ray Price song.....do your research...... à

[@rogerredding5269]

We will never see this sort of talent of singers nowadays I hope I'm wrong? But I doubt it 😞

[@petertotaro1128]

This voice will never be duplicated as his talent is one of a kind!

[@halwright8081]

Dean's voice was so warm and mellow, but he could reach a low range that made the sound deeper and ... more mellow. He also had a tremolo in the same league as Elvis, though I don't want to say whose was best (too close to call for me). I appreciate how well Dean pulls the emotion from this ballad. This is a great vocalist doing justice to a song by a young songwriter who would go on to be one of the greatest, Kris Kristofferson.

[@jjs777fzr]

While sitting next to Dino’s daughter in Vegas, Elvis said to her, they can call me the King of Rock but your dad is the King of Cool. Elvis admired several performers mire than most. Dino and Roy.

[@rushabhbansode7056]

The song & Dino's expression will surely make you cry. Certainly the best sad song I've ever heard! Keep up the good work ♥️🙌

[@albertriou891]

rushahbh bansode ùnique Dean

[@lesreed9269]

Unfortunately Dean has left us - so he can't keep up the "good work" anymore!

[@rushabhbansode7056]

@@lesreed9269 Darling it's for the KZbinr so that he keeps posting

[@lesreed9269]

@@rushabhbansode7056 Don't quite understand - but I assume you love Dean as much as I?

[@rushabhbansode7056]

@Les Reed Indeed

[@Daffy193]

I'm 44 years old, and love this music, made before I was born. The world seemed more pretty back then.

[@paulgillespie9615]

My Mother used to say Dean Martin has a magical voice and used to laugh. Then one Day I started to listen to his Songs, what an amazing, so glad my Mother tippped me off. Can't stand listening to Deano, God Bless your Voice is incredible.

[@lisakroon7158]

How can a woman not fall in love with that bugger....his looks....his easy Voice......there will never be another Dean Martin ❤️❤️❤️❤️💋💋

[@laurienicosia9505]

Lisa Kroon I don't know .my family three generations of women loved him.my grandma my mom and me.

[@kathleenweppler3217]

Brings back so many memories of snuggling up to my Mother watching Dean. She loved him🥰

[@frankmanno1584]

There are some people who should never die.

[@saraalvarez19]

Dean looks so sad when singing this song, he had divorced Jeanne the previous year and his heart was broken.

[@davidmarsh7432]

Coming from the heart and soul.

[@thesparn0164]

The best! Period stop!!!!! Didn't have to curse or use racial slurs,a pure talent. Total CLASS!!!!

[@joedaniels255]

The emotions that emerged in Dino's face, especially near the end of the song. His heart, mind and soul were totally into that performance. As he progressed, he seemed to be drawn deeper into the remorse he felt for having cast away the greatest and possibly the only true love in his life. He was struggling to keep himself composed so he could finish. He is truly a legend.

[@atfourothirtythree]

Amazing! What talent and what a sad rendition. Crooning while casually sitting on a sofa - his.singing seemed so effortless. Like it was nothing.

[@RedCygnes14]

This performance that Dino gave here is so heart touching (moreover knowing that he was almost bursting into tears while singing it. Somehow, you can relate to him). Thank you for uploading this in good quality. You got a great collection of Mr. Martin.

[@urrandomwyteguy3907]

Why was he sad?.

[@RedCygnes14]

Maybe someone else here can give you a better answer, but my guess is that, somehow, he sang this song with Jeanne in mind (not sure if this episode was aired before or after he divorced her :/ ).

[@toniwilson1579]

Jeanne and him was going Thur a divorce about this time so that would explain the tears. It also had to be hard cause he was a star it was public knowledge. I have to hand it to him cause he was not afraid to show his feeling. A happier copy of him singing this can be found on KZbin from 1983 he was on a tour in London. It was his birthday, he got a award and best of all he announce that Jeanne and him was back together. Then 2 or 3 songs later he sung this song with a big smile. I think this is my favorite song of his cause the w different versions I have seen.

[@doctorj5009]

@@RedCygnes14 i thought it was cause His son died

[@RedCygnes14]

@@doctorj5009 Not the case here, Elijah. Dean Paul Martin died in 1987, and this was aired in the early 70's.

[@terrimanuri7944]

This Man could make any song his own,l Loved Dean,They say we all have a twin ,My Dad and Dean were Twins.l lost My Dad in 67 and trust Me it was hard to watch Dean even there singing voices were exactly the Same.Funny thing My Dad did not like Dean,l would tell Him how could You not Like Dean You too are Twins🤗♥️♥️

[@colinmorton5236]

There is only one Dino,there will never be another.Not now,not in the future,there is only one DEAN MARTIN,

[@beckylawson3863]

Love and miss you Dean Martin!!!

[@georgeclarke9344]

1971 the year I graduated H.S. - Mom and I use to watch this show when I was in school.

[@nejvetsiborci5519]

Don't look so sad, I know it's over But life goes on and this old world will keep on turning Let's be glad we had some time to spend together There's no need to watch the bridges that we're burning Lay your head upon my pillow Hold your warm and tender body close to mine Hear the whisper of the raindrops blowing soft across the window And make believe you love me one more time For the good times I'll get along, you'll find another And I'll be here if you should find you ever need me Don't say a word about tomorrow or forever There'll be time enough for sadness when you leave me Lay your head upon my pillow Hold your warm and tender body close to mine Hear the whisper of the raindrops blowing soft across the window And make believe you love me one more time For the good times

[@syourke3]

Great singer, great comedian, actor and good man, to boot. A class act.

[@rodneyrtennis1279]

This was my Mother's favorite love song. She always played it from Ray Price. Dean, as always puts his own special touch to this song.

[@petergapsis5526]

oh my god, no one could sing like the great Dino. God bless you.

[@jamescurtis5787]

Elvis was The King, but Dino was/is a Prince. Miss you |Dino

[@helloitsme-w9n]

Always loved watching Dean on his Tv show. My aunt was a huge fan and we often watched together. As a kid I noticed how sad he would get during sad songs too!

[@fredrickbubenheimer]

He Truly was crying , Love this guy

[@murielleclément-m4d]

thank you Ray Price for writing this beautifull song....love it!!!

[@johntoohey2354]

Written by Kris Kristoffenson

[@jmcm8546]

Kris' Kristofferson wrote this song. A wonderful songwriter. RIP Kris.

[@Alex-oo4wf]

U said it son

[@clementeandgarcia8331]

Dean Martin was magnificent

[@misonoresoconto]

Beautiful rendition. Great pipes Dino had. My brothers took me to see Dean in Vegas. We had great seats. We had a great time. Dino so effortless and yet so perfect.

[@LizaRichardson-b9k]

This song (for the good times brings a lump to my throat my mum loves him

[@juanmanuelrosendhal0920]

One of my best friends just send me this song today, few minutes before my birthday I am all by myself, feeling more down and alone than anything, and he told me I just drink a few glasses while listening to this song. I don't feel alone anymore, I feel just at home

[@23Piccolina]

The finest vocal moments of his entire career were these special songs he covered when sitting on the couch on his TV show. It was the only time he took his own singing seriously enough to sit for a few minutes and croon an amazing version of any song he was singing that week. These moments are priceless for any Dean Martin fan. God bless him, he was a superior talent.

[@rickgrimeswife6638]

Boze...jakie to piekne...pozdrawiam serdecznie z daleka...🎉❤

[@gradybird3336]

This kind of vocal and songwriting genius has left us, I fear, with Kris's passing. I'm so grateful to have lived in the 60's and '70's, a special period in American music.

[@rogerquintanilla863]

The most entertaining singer or all time. Dearly missed.

[@mindbodyyou724]

Thanks Fred Koltz. Just watched it again and had butterflies again. No messing around as we are used to, just very emotional, beautiful words and accompanying orchestra

[@eva-janemiddleton434]

Once in a life time we meet somebody that changes us forever to the core of our heart. My forever love passed 2 years ago. This song reminds me of the love we shared. I was sent to save him and he was sent to save me. Sometimes it's hard to be without him but I still feel hes with me at times. It usually brings me peace. Today listening to this opened up such sadness. May we hang on to our loved ones for tomorrow is promised to no one. X

[@gibbsy82]

Thanks for sharing... Thanks Dean Martin for all of the blessed entertainment you have left behind!

[@bessieknapper8700]

Love to hear Dean sing For The Goodtimes. Love It. Dean had so much talent so much. Miss him to this day. Dean and Perry Como were my favorite male singers. Frank may have been around longer but and Perry and Dean were my favorite singers male singers that is.

[@MKPiatkowski]

My dad would agree.

[@mikec9823]

@@MKPiatkowski Ditto...

[@ParticiaPuddle]

Love him! What a voice ! Wish he was still here!

[@frankhendricks5918]

Simple music can make you sing simple hug can make you feel better simple things can make you happy, i hope my simple Hello brings smile to your face,,

[@user-rr9ft8xj8h]

Oh how I still love Dean Martin , I’m 67 ❤

[@donna8389]

Another beautiful song by Dean is " I know cant forget you" Deans voice so so smooth and sexy whenever he sings. Ya, its a sad song.

[@susanschreiber5649]

That was a beautiful song sung by a beautiful man.

[@sandymartyn5410]

Never ever be another Dean Martin.

[@edmusic100]

I'm a huge Elvis fan, who sings this song as well. But this version is really great. He sings it with such a great feeling. Very emotional. I like the 1983 version as well.

[@Mattjl824]

Everybody loves Dean Martin miss him a lot

[@rossanafatimadecarvalho9541]

❤Pessoa adorável não é a toa que Elvis gostava muito dele.

[@lukegayler2782]

Miss my grandparents and him also

[@garrison7888]

I saw both Frank and Sammy in Vegas but did not get a chance to see Dean. He was the king of Kool with a capital K. Sammy always wanted to be Frank, Frank always wanted to be Dean, and Dean always wanted to be playing golf. His said and did funny things and Frank could not tell a joke to save his life. Remember the good times. R.I.P. fellow Gemini. ( Died 12/25/95)

[@owencoll8474]

One a nd Only.

[@vincentdefeo5917]

We sure could us Dino now!to spread some of his. Great talent and humor, among a very, very changing and depressed world 🌎. God. Bless you paisan

[@dougdanzeisen9608]

Dean could really do country music very very well, along with many other types of music.

[@DonnaGleason-x2z]

DINO YOUR CRYING 😢 😢😮😊❤ SAD SONG TO SING FOR DINO .GOD BLESS RIP 🙏 ❤WITH YOUR JEANNE UP IN HEAVEN TOGETHER FOREVER ❤️ 🙏 😢 ♥️ 💙 💕 ❤️ 🙏 😢 ♥️ 💙 💕 ❤️ 🙏 😢 ♥️ 💙 💕 ❤️ 🙏