Neil Sedaka - Our Last Song Together

Recorded live at the Birmingham Symphony Hall.

[@phil2518]

This was the last song Neil wrote with Howard Greenfield. It's about all of the legendary songs they wrote together.

[@user-vd6vv2ct6e]

My dad passed away in 1980 aged 55 . He’s missed so much , including my two children and my 4 grandchildren’. The words and that of Someone to watch over me by Russell Watson stirs my emotions always. Loved and missed. ❤️

[@LondonCAFC]

Me and my dad used to sing this together , I lost him when I was 13 and couldn’t bring myself to listen to it till 20 years later .

[@julieb7785]

A nice thought and a comfort: "This world is not conclusion, a sequel stands beyond. Invisible, as music, but positive, as sound." Emily DIckinson.

[@gillblack2755]

Aww bless you ❤x

[@springstud]

he needs to be in the rock and role hall of fame and kennndey award

[@gwyflored]

Takes me back to a party in 1974 - I was dancing with my best friends husband - we never did anything but we both knew how we felt about each other - my husband and I moved away a few days later - I was 29

[@quidnunc2436]

In my opinion this is the best song he ever recorded. Absolutely superb.

[@robincoombes1179]

Yes you spot with that comment

[@peterjslevin4834]

Yes it is

[@shizukamori6755]

Unmistakable , unique. One of the best songs I ever heard. Thanks

[@mariocastoldi612]

Yes, together with You and Solitaire.....and many others........

[@eldergeektromeo9868]

Neil is one of the foremost song writers in the history of music! Enjoy him while we still can....and Thank You, Neil!

[@johnbarton3252]

Neil Sedaka does not write songs he writes the music to songs other people have written

[@darenwright1071]

@@johnbarton3252Sedaka co wrote over three hundred songs( including lyrics with Howie Greenfield) . And other songs he wrote too.

[@mikecollings2808]

One of the greatest song writers of all time....end of discussion!

[@mariocastoldi612]

Absolutely agree with your comment!!

[@deborahsandoval7633]

He makes me cry everytime. Thankyou Neil. Even if you did it for "applause" you did it with great love.

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Yes

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Yes!

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Always

[@catherinemuirhead1745]

Started to listen to Neil the other day, randomly came to my mind, and oh what joy, so many memories, that voice was brilliant. Spent so long crying both happy and sad tears for years gone by. What wonderful songs and performers we had in the sixties and seventies,so much to be thankful for xx

[@jamesbender7513]

The first time I heard this I thought it was touching. The second time I realized it is beautiful

[@telumcogere]

I recall taking my dog to the vet, and this was on the car radio, I was convinced it was goodbye to her, it was raining and I had the windscreen wipers on, and she was watching them go back and forth, never done that before, but at the vets he said I think when we are her age life will be so precious, she is ill but not so bad just take her home and look after her. I had her a few months longer, it was a precious time.

[@traceyjones3838]

Oh my goodness you said this was your song about your doggie mine too its a year Friday when i lost her and still broken xx

[@williamholden7573]

Bless you.

[@pactrolsolutions]

One of the very few songs that reduces me to tears and just brilliantly performed.

[@EmmaVeiga-Malta-fb3jx]

His voice takes me to my early, early childhood in South Africa, where my father would play this music. And sing it to me too. It stirs a pictureless memory, a feeling of safety and happy days. Always makes me cry, even though my father is still alive and well. I just saw him last month.

[@alexandreazreal]

He mentioned every song he ever wrote with his best mate brilliant

[@PaulDavis-jb1bx]

This is a wonderful song brilliantly performed by Neil Sedaka. I was fortunate enough to see him on stage, he was magic

[@mark-shane]

Thank Howard Greenfield who wrote the lyrics.. Sad to be lost so young at 50

[@jcjohnsong8570]

Neil was writing more and more with Phil Cody and less with Howie. This song and "Love Will Keep Us Together" were the last two Sedaka songs Howie wrote lyrics to ... both great ! I liked Phil ... but Howie was a GREAT writer and it was sad when Neil moved on ...

[@jcjohnsong8570]

Had it not been for Howie's mother who knew her son wanted to be a song writer ... told Howie to ask the boy in the neighborhood who was always practicing his classical piano if he would write music for Howie's lyrics ... Neil Sedaka may have never started writing in the first place...

[@jcjohnsong8570]

If you like Howie's work ... He also co-wrote with Jack Keller in the 60s when Neil was too busy as a singer to write for other artists anymore. Keller worked with Greenfield on theme songs for Bewitched & Gidget and the pair co-wrote two number-one hits for Connie Francis in 1960, "Everybody's Somebody's Fool" and "My Heart Has a Mind of Its Own", as well as the follow-up "Breakin' In A Brand New Broken Heart". Keller and Greenfield also co-wrote Jimmy Clanton's 1962 top ten hit "Venus in Blue Jeans"; and ... "Your Used to Be", a chart hit for Brenda Lee. Just some of Howie's work you may not know was written by Howie

[@janemcdowall2823]

This song I danced with my 1st love everyone thought we'd marry but sad to say it never happened we both married other people and sadly he died in his early 40s im now 65, he would have been 65 in June. I think about him from time to time.

[@MB-sg9ln]

Thats one of the few songs that make me cry. Beautiful.

[@lindafield4911]

The sounds of my youth, love them still, timeless❤

[@tommi200561]

beautiful but sad. Neil as always sounds incredible. My favorite song of his, this man is a LEGEND.

[@davebeeston1489]

Huge inspiration to me as a Piano/vocalist - what I fantastic song and performance - Cheers Neil

[@susanmbird1360]

Now that I am retired I could listen to all his songs all day long. The words are fantastic.

[@speedtouch106]

These words are very important and under estimated!

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Yes! 💙

[@erikamccubbin8630]

@@speedtouch106 0!

[@TheMonarchgroup]

One of the most beautiful songs ever written.

[@antoinettefitzsimmons7697]

What a song ❤

[@BigBass-xf5yi]

Such a class act and a voice of gold

[@stevebagnall1553]

Definitely the best live artist ever, seen him at least a dozen times at the old Batley Variety Club plus met him once at the Strawberry recording studio in Stockport whe he was recording a long playing record intro and who the recording was about, this was about Sonny and Cher, two good friends of his.

[@christopherlynch788]

Steve, might have misunderstood what you've commented, but this song is about the break up of his songwriting partnership with Howard Greenfield who wrote the lyrics

[@andyblyth4519]

A wonderful voice, fabulous melody write of great tunes, NS should absolutely be there in the Hall of Fame.

[@ztwo6179]

One of the greatest, if not the greatest singer/musician/ composer.... of any generation. For those who say Benny and Bjorn from ABBA are the best.... listen closely to Neil's playing and his melodies.... No doubting that Neil's music ''inspired'' Benny and Bjorn's writing.

[@bernardrubin5816]

Beautiful and sad.

[@jennyperrio4887]

I saw Neil when he came to Guernsey Ci many years ago It was and is a small hall that he played in but oh the magic I thought my heart would burst as it was hit after hit Ending with last song together I had to wait to leave the hall as i had my leg in plaster When he left he spotted me came up to me signed my plaster and kissed me on my cheek Woweeeee What a memory now in a life that has been cruel to me and mine Smile through the tears i try to xx

[@jennyperrio4887]

@Wideye My favourite song by Neil Sedakais "You" The words are so true for me a little black kitten came into my life As i took him home this played on the radio Dewey became a delightfully funny little boy ,somedays he looked like a new lamb jumping around ,other days my constant companion Thress wonderful years Sudden fever and gone in two hours The few months after were awful ,now just wonderful memories of a little cat We needed each other Thanks Neil Jenny 🐾💕

[@seanmurphy5770]

Hi Jenny,hope you ok in these trying times. I meet Neil Sedaker in 1970's in Australia,after a concert, he is a fantastic and gracious man., i was living and working in Sydney,NSW at that period,but returned home some years later

[@ruthlawson581]

Lovely story jenny how are thi gd in guernsey i hope your life is alot better now take care may go over in summer for a break not fat from liverpool i love neils i must be dreaming

[@myupandhere]

My dad is from guernsey and we saw Neil in concert at the Hilton in Sydney what a concert! I did not want it to end. And knew every word. We were bought up with Neil. The best Entertainer 🎶

[@daveradstock7507]

My all time favourite singer is another Neil, Mr Neil Diamond, but Neil Sedaka is from that same ouvre, a fabulous prolific songwriter, and a voice instantly recognisable, both Neil's are great friends, and both hail from Brooklyn New York, and both are prodigiously talented. It is a travesty that Neil Sedaka hasn't been inducted into the RRHOF, this isn't a mere oversight, it is a total dismissal of his immense talents.

[@hendrikdebruin4012]

I totally agree....

[@neilfromdownunder9204]

He was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1983 though.

[@richardisaacs3574]

Beautiful song, Radcliffe & Maconie played it this morning on their show. Brought back some lovely memories.

[@gillypend]

Love this ‘golden oldie’ ❤️

[@kathleenmayhorne3183]

"Breakin' up is Hard to Do," is still one of my favourites. All the best.

[@fazbell]

There is only ONE....Neil Sedaka.

[@BernieBriocon]

A voice that needs attention to pay praise to a gorgeous man and talent.

[@peterfoster7457]

One of just a handful of singers left that I would get off my backside for and go to see....

[@adelialeao838]

Estou com 73 anos e ele é e sempre Será meu ídolo 💕 AMO NEIL SEDAKA.

[@normarosalinddavies3635]

Beautiful❤

[@gordibhoy]

The last song played at my High School leavers' party. Simply beautiful.

[@ruthlewis673]

I agree, one of the few that would motivate me to go and hear. American Pie is often cited as the farewell to an era. For me, it's this, the tra la days are over.

[@richarddubois4255]

His songs all tell a great story.

[@mightyquinnproductions8672]

Brilliant song written about the partnership of two great songwriters love it so lovely.

[@johnbarton3252]

Written by Greenfield not Sedaka, lyrics by Greenfield, music by Sedaka

[@liamodriscoll3739]

THIS BEAUTIFUL FANTASTIC SONG BRINGS BACK FOND MEMORIES OF MY LATE GREAT FRIEND JIM MOYNIHAN WHO DIED IN A CAR ACCIDENT JIM WAS A FANTASTIC TRUE BLUE FRIEND HE LOVED ELVIS AND LIFE HE IS MISSED SO MUCH BY ME AND OTHERS JIM OLD PAL R I P AMEN ❤

[@alexandersson909]

What a wonderful voice has the man...

[@shiftyshamsk]

From left to right, one of the greatest combe overs of all time. 😁

[@steveblack610]

Never beat Ralph Coates and Bobby Charlton. They can’t sing though.

[@evazaragoza4968]

Thanks Neil for your beautiful music, every I hear your music, this song is great really great and beautiful ❤️❤️

[@Pieps.22]

Nun ist es wohl geschehen 😢 ein wunderbarer Mensch ist gegangen. Er hat sein Abschiedslied selbst geschrieben. R.I.P. ❤

[@markussantowski4397]

Wann soll er denn gestorben sein?

[@Pieps.22]

@@markussantowski4397 da kam eine KZbin Nachricht

[@markussantowski4397]

@@Pieps.22, ach so, dann brauche ich mir ja keine Sorgen zu machen. Dachte schon das wäre von seriösen Quellen berichtet worden.

[@amac1657]

Just a brilliant artist

[@dramaineivy7627]

This is the song my highschool choir sings this song every year at graduation and now it's my turn and I'm not ready.

[@leannematthews5944]

Thinking of you...

[@peterkelsey5841]

Always makes me cry, wonderful, absolutely wonderful tune!

[@noelscot]

Superb one of the best singer/songwriters of all time and also in my opinion the best song so memorable SUPERB

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Yes!!

[@sassytheasskat]

40 someodd years ago and it still makes me cry. A real A good cry. Thank you Mr. Sedaka this. And all of the others that stir up happy, sometimes sad memories. God bless you ❤🥰🥰❤

[@JCINWMENG]

Brilliant song with very true words

[@briankiernansmith2433]

the guy sums up my life!

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Brilliant!!!

[@gonzalopriale3293]

This reminds me that scene in "the pink panther strikes again" ainsley jarvis singing

[@4nyla]

A thought provoking song from a great singer

[@squifferpop]

Such a beautiful song!

[@andyblyth3623]

One of my very favorite songs to play on the piano. It comes from his terrific album 'The Tra-la days are over' recorded with 10CC all those years ago. Would that I could sing with that wonderful voice.

[@ruthlawson581]

What key is he singingit in?? Thanks andy

[@Clodhopping]

@@ruthlawson581 Key of A major 🙂

[@MissJensk1]

@Andy Blyth Produced by my late brother ❤️

[@garrynorris4478]

What a lovely song very sad song

[@juliantoon8732]

Yes lovely song and sad he was a great singer

[@markussantowski4397]

He's still a great singer 🎶

[@paulmasterson8814]

Nice work. Neil as every song of his sang it so brilliantly. The man is a legend.

[@philwasgood]

Sedaka is a legend....saw him in Sheffield class..

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Yes! Yes!

[@haleyjane513]

I love this better than the original record.

[@michaelrickard9890]

Superb.

[@daveireland2363]

My reminder when I left school in 1973 and still poignant xxxx

[@corlahnstein8534]

Great emotional song ! Love it !

[@michaelmccrory2220]

Heart felt, bitter sweet, wonderful and sad.

[@robertryan2542]

Beautiful.

[@robertcaffrey4847]

His best ever song

[@johngrier9823]

Great song,...performed so well !

[@Jons01]

This is beautiful. I came to listen after hearing Bobby Sherman's recording.

[@sanchotomaroy1209]

Nice song to sing in school reunion

[@deborahsandoval7633]

There will only be new beginnings. There will never be another you.

[@orlad2681]

Brilliant song love it very sad.

[@boyvanbruinnessen6710]

Thank you for this song, very emotional.

[@ramusicbox3201]

Aside from this song, PERFECT STRANGERS and TOMMOROW NEVER CAME, still the best for me.

[@ruthlawson581]

Will check those 2 songs out never heard them i would love to sing with neil but i will keep on dreaming 🤠®️uth

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Love it

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Agree!!

[@janetbice6920]

My favourite song of his - although they are all fabulous. Wonderful musician.

[@robertlowe7186]

Calendar girl was my favourite .All teen-agers loved this song..💖

[@john111257]

a great song, proper singer and songwriter

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Great song! 💙

[@Rossismagic]

Inspired beyond belief.💔

[@ruthlawson581]

Fabulous song love neil sedaka

[@robertcurtis1669]

Absolutely brilliant

[@chrispayne523]

The song is actually about him splitting with is long time writing partner Howard Greenfield.

[@wai324445]

great

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Always. 💜💙

[@ruthlawson581]

Fabulous song love it

[@michaelwashington8947]

Outstanding

[@barryirwin60]

Neil wrote this as he and Howard Greenfield were ending their writing partnership

[@johnbarton3252]

Neil sedaka never wrote this song, he only writes the music, Howard Greenfield wrote the lyrics, just like Elton John, never written a song in his life, just writes the music

[@erikamccubbin8630]

Always 💙

[@dawnanderson4967]

Love it. ❤️ 2020.

[@daytime5590]

beautifull

[@liamodriscoll3739]

AWESOME 👌 👏 👍

[@guenterw.4634]

Days of devils, kings and clowns Angel songs and birthday tunes Valentines and wishing wells Magic stairways, moods, and Junes Silly rhymes and monkeyshines Pictures on a stage Round and round the records go Time to turn the page This will be our last song together Words will only make us cry This will be our last song together There's no other way to say good-bye Misty faces, far off places Came and danced across the stage Sha na na's and Doo be down's The sounds that chased away the blues Yesterday is yesterday The past is dead and gone Nostalgia just gets in the way Let's stop hanging on This will be our last song together Words will only make us cry This will be our last song together There's no other way to say good-bye Now we go our separate ways And the world we used to know Scratchy worn out 45's An echo on the radio Tra la days are over now Those days of you and me Now we know that breaking up is Really hard to do This will be our last song together Words will only make us cry This will be our last song together There's no other way to say good-bye

[@jennyperrio4887]

Thankyou Markus Santowski😘xx

[@ruthlawson581]

Hello jenny i am going to jersey in may only for 6 days hope you are well ®️🎵🎼🎹🎶🤠

[@betsyross3963]

Is this about Sonny and Cher?

[@shizukamori6755]

Who's the female backup singer? She's very pretty.

[@ruthlawson581]

Wasnt me