Jack Jones sings Michel Legrand - What are you doing the rest of your life.

[@LGranthamsHeir]

One of the last surviving singers from the golden age of crooners have sadly left us today. RIP Jack Jones. I will always remember you for your interpretation of this classic song.

[@tomlyons3064]

I worked with Jack for several years and had the privilege of performing some of the Legrand arrangements with him. I am a huge Legrand fan and we talked about the Legrand recording. Jack was very proud of having recorded the 1st USA album of exclusive Legrand material. I’ve worked with a number of wonderful singers but Jack is the only one who actually had me in tears onstage, which I was embarrassed about until I admitted it to the rest of the band and found out that they were in tears too! That’s a rare compliment from a bunch of old journeyman sidemen.

[@bribrindo3544]

Love this story. The great years. All but gone now.

[@bribrindo3544]

...and your tears are as you know an ultimate compliment to an artist. Good for you.

[@olivermoriarty1603]

What a story! Such a brilliant vocalist! 👌🎶

[@yvetteorvis2404]

I'm so glad we have recordings to play and enjoy now, in such a loveless world.

[@marypackard754]

SO BEAUTIFUL TO HEAR TOM! Thanks Robbie Robinson THEN! AH!!!

[@michellebabicz7065]

Impeccable phrasing, tone and dynamics! The song is a difficult one. Jones is criminally underrated. Perfection.

[@Recon725]

Jack Jones has never been underrated, my dear. He's been around forever- he puts everything into every song that he sings!

[@johnmurray2214]

This is a standard of vocal crooning not heard anymore.

[@amandabouskill4982]

Totally agree with every word you have said. Technically brilliant & sings from the heart. He was very much underrated.

[@gwenwilliams1439]

If anyone on this earth can sing and convey feelings with a song any better than Jack Jones can, I don't think he can be found!!!! Superb at his talent!! 🎵🎶🎼❤💋

[@stuwest4217]

Sinatra

[@stuwest4217]

Mel Torme

[@gwenwilliams1439]

There is nothing that Frank Sinatra could surpass Jack Jones with, because Jack has a talent all his own!! Jack has an ability to do so many different styles( operatic, popular, some of the rock music in the 70's etc) His voice can do so many different genres!!! Nobody has ever been able to do that! Some of yiu need to look at some of his work with an orchestra in the Netherlands doing George Gershwin and Michele Legrand's songs like WHAT ARE YOU DOING THE REST OF YOUR LIFE! On the George Gershwin performance he did BESS YOU IS MY WOMAN FROM PORGY AND BESS, and was phenominal!!!!!!! 🎼🎶🎵🎼🎶🎵 GREAT!!!!!!!!! 👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏So, I say you all need to seek out some of those performances! Oh, and the 1976 EDMONTON, ALBERTA CONCERT!!! HE IS VERY, VERY VERY FABULOUS!!!!! Thank You!!!!!

[@donaldcook3112]

I have just recently looked into the recording’s of Scott Walker and the ‘Walker Brothers’ (they weren’t) beyond their hit’s … Take a listen to his ‘take’ on this sublime classic.

[@angelaarnold3740]

Many years ago Jack Jones CAME to England to Tour and In The City Of Sheffield where I was Born a Our First Nightclub HAD Opened CALLED The FIESTA. AND Jack Appeared There, i Obtained 4 TKTS and Me and My Husband Along with Two Friends went to see Him. We had a Table DOWN at the Front AND at the end of the Show, Jack GOT a Standing Ovation, i Held His ✋ as the Show ended, AND after all Those Years He is a Credit to His "Profession" Thank You Jack for Bringing Back a "Wonderful Memory" ❤❤❤❤ Angela Arnold Sheffield. England ❤

[@normacoplin4102]

This song was sung at our wedding! Love the lyrics and the way Jack sang it. My husband and I will celebrate 45 years together in August. We

[@angelaarnold3740]

You Will Be Remembered With LOVE and Admiration. Thanks For Some Wonderful Memories. ❤❤❤❤

[@JoE-vx3jk]

Ah, just perfect, reminds me of my dad's love for my mum. Sadly both Passed in 2020, just couldnt live live without her....

[@christerry182]

Magnificent. This guy never received the appreciation he deserved. Love his tone and emotion❤️

[@judyformica9592]

Crying. That was my husbands and my wedding song. March 22 1980. He’s moved on from this life, but not my heart❤️😢

[@ecdevera2455]

Jack Jones: singularly gifted, emotive, a voice that's mellifluous and soulful, totally and incredibly captivating then, now, and in the future. No other singer could hold a candle to his riveting interpretation of those immortal love songs. I'm just glad that youtube carries most of his TV and concert performances. Each one is a dazzling gem, no more no less. Bravo, Mr. Jones!

[@photo161]

...and yet he was never as well known nor was he adequately acknowledged as the great singer he was

[@gwenwilliams1439]

I am so glad they carry his concert performances. I love to watch him sing and his dramatic performances. I agree he has not been given the recognition that he so richly deserves. He is a classical performer besides being so versatile. He just has it all. All these years he has placed himself with the right orchestras and all kinds of accompanists!! Love him and always will. 🎶🎼🎵❤💋🎶🎼🎵

[@gloriag1888]

💚🙏Jack Jones 1938-2024, rests in blissful eternal peace💚🙏.

[@josephkane829]

Everything about this performance is just magical. Jack's voice and the orchestra are sublime. Thank you for posting.

[@raeberkowitz9496]

I ve always loved the words and music of this - Like Poetry!!!

[@MargaretWeisberg]

I just read Jack Jones has passed away 😢 he was not given enough credit, his voice was so beautiful rip 😢😢😢

[@MsaAli-zy4vx]

Certainly did not get the recognition. But Its Okay. Frank Sinatra said Jack was a better singer than him. I agree. Jack was the best. RIP Jack. Gone but not forgotten.

[@kingusmcgee]

Best rendition in the world of a classic composed by Michele LeGrand mid 1960's Jack Jones phenomenal.

[@pawdaw]

One of the most beautiful and technically accomplished voices in popular music. And Michel Legrand. Perfection.

[@patriciamurphy9365]

There is no wonder he has always been known as A Singer's Singer. His technique is impeccable. Now that is a singer!

[@terencerowland7859]

Jack Jones, simply the best singer of this type of song of this last century. As Tina Turner said' Simply the Best ' &' Old Blue Eyes ' once remarked to Jack, 'Your the new Man' it doesn't come much better!!!.😊😊😊

[@MJLeger-yj1ww]

You just can NOT beat the combination of Michel Legrand's music, Alan and Marilyn Bergman's lyrics, and Jack Jones singing, showng his great range and tone -- simply magnificent! Great orchestra also.

[@graceweber2822]

What a touching song. Made me feel melancholic.

[@jayforr6964]

Jack was my late mums favorite ❤

[@Blinglover]

This is the quintessential rendition of a brilliant song. NOBODY does it better. Period. And to think this perfection is live and not auto tuned or edited in a studio!

[@jamesboisclair9559]

I cannot agree. Scott Walker's rendition is so moving, so emotional, and I believe he stayed true to the melodies and cadence and phrasing intended by Legrand, that Jones diverges from, distracting the listener from a man's proclamation of his love for one woman, and imploring her to be his. Regardless of who has sung our favorite version, we are lucky to have had so many great singers give us their versions and allow us this pleasurable choice, to decide whose we like best. I thank Mr. Legrand for his crowning achievement of a love ballad of the highest caliber. Please listen to Scott's version. I also feel Scott does the best version of "When Joanna Loved Me".

[@WayneSenior]

To me this is perfection. A beautifully delivered vocal performance by the great Jack Jones accompanied by a sublime orchestration that echoes every line of the wonderful Alan and Marilyn Bergman's lyric. They don't come any better than this.

[@RoccoHuman]

I agree. Very underrated. Love his work.

[@jamesodonnell3905]

Jack I was 19 yrs old when I first heard you singing voice in 77 big ones and still a fan thank you Jack

[@normlor8109]

music like this will always be great for we who lived and grew up in this era

[@MJLeger-yj1ww]

Agreed, so much!

[@jimodonnell6444]

M.J. Leger

[@l.o.2005]

You could easily hear the deep love, regret, fulfillment, heartbreak, glory... every range in his beautiful voice. What we've loss with the passing of these magnificent artists...thank goodness we have these recorded videos, cds, and interviews to carry us through 🙏🏽💖 endless love and admiration for you, Mr. Jones... continue with your Heavenly and God given artistry , among the other "GREATS!" 🙏🏽💕💕💕🎶

[@michocallaghan]

Totally underrated singer. ..his pitch, range phrasing and depth , Is just not seen in today's so called performers..

[@flappospammo]

Michael O'Callaghan agree 100% can you imagine a clown like cowell attempting to dissect this genius ?

[@shinrasboy]

I couldn't agree more. I found a couple of his albums at a thrift store (Impossible Dream / My Kind of Town) and im stunned I hadn't heard of him before.

[@haraldvandevelde8566]

Hello , What a surprise this is.. I was involved in this recording in Hilversum.. We had many great artists in that time.. For me Jack Jones is and was one of the greatest... What a natural timing!!!!!

[@laurenlewis7]

Yes yes yes yesss 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@MJLeger-yj1ww]

One of about 3 of my all-time favorites, Jack Jones truly had it during his heyday! Great vocal quality, good breath control and superb range. Hard to beat him on beautiful ballads (ala Sinatra, the greatest of balladeers) and Jack Jones stood the test of time also. He lost a bit in his later years, but wow, during the late 60's to about the '80's, he was so strong and we love his albums made during that era.!

[@jeanmasonmcmahon2515]

jack Jones my favorite singer and his songs~ thank you~~

[@josephkane829]

Absolutely outstanding performance of this beautiful song. Jack did the song proud and with such control. Fly high Jack 🙏❤

[@jesusstodomingo8552]

A very intelligent rendition by a genius performer.

[@wantsomecoffee]

I always liked Jack Jones. I was a kid and he would be on the Jerry Lewis telethon. I found out yesterday that he had passed away. Such a beautiful, emotion filled voice.

[@pauldance7387]

Soul like nothing I’ve heard in my 73 years, bliss at its very best.

[@josephkane829]

Everything about this performance and video is class. The control in Jack's voice is just outstanding. Thank you for uploading.

[@theresaperry4526]

Jack Jones' voice has thrilled me for years. He sings w/so much emotion. I'm in love. . . .

[@paulineriley8696]

I've followed Jack for over 40 years now, and still love to hear him sing this song.

[@mardileigh447]

Never enough of Jack Jones.

[@JerseySurvivor]

Saw him in LA twice in the last year-Unbelievable! Jack was born too late but thank God he’s still at the top of his game-and still performing for us to revel in his talent.

[@gerrod51]

Saw him perform in 1979 at the Fairmont in SF and it was amazing. Have been listening to him for over 60 years. A great singer and performer.

[@donnaluch4344]

this song, his voice=fantastic!! He takes a song and makes it his own!! I'd love to see him in person!

[@patricianeeley4810]

I'd love to see him, too, Donna Luciano!!!

[@donnaluch4344]

Patricia Neeley Wonder if he takes requests---like doing a private concert for each of us? :)

[@donnaluch4344]

I would love to see him locally. Bucket list!!

[@marypackard754]

LOVED JACKALWAYS😊MYBEST FRIEND! TIME HAS SLIPPED AWAY TO FAST😊😊😊😊

[@TheCaulfield1]

Wow.....just blew me away!!....simply beautiful and the lyrics are soooo meaningful ❤🎵🎶♩🎤

[@gwenwilliams1439]

What a sweet and yet powerful song!! He is a super performer and so powerful in his "heartfelt renditions"! Love him!! 💋🎵🎼🎶❤

I saw him perform live on quite a few occasions. He was an exceptional singer and performer. He had perfect pitch. I love his interpretations of Michel Legrands music. He kindly autographed my copy of this CD. R.I.P. Jack

[@johnvolkman7208]

RIP Jack - you were terrific!

[@jeanmasonmcmahon2515]

You are, so awesome, please keep singing your songs, wonderful~~~

[@gwenwilliams1439]

Amen!! He will always have a special place in entertainment and on my heart! His songs are such a comfort to me since I lost my sweet husband March 3, 2022 and I miss him still so much everyday!! 🎵🎼🎶❤❤❤ Sweet spirit he has when he performs!!

[@TheMich613]

Jack Jones Brings such LIFE~~To this song~~!!The way he sing this is with his Heart and Soul into the song~~~Jack FEELS every single word of this song, and it Shows!! I had the Privilege of seeing him sing several times, and they are the Most Memorable times of my life!!

[@carolehope316]

Such wonderful lyrics and beautiful music. Was such a fan of Jack Jones and his wonderful voice.

[@ellasantiago8626]

Hi never missed a day without your music

[@jerseyscampi]

Such a stunning number written by a genius and sung impeccably by Jack jones.

[@lovisblue]

Brings me to tears Jack You are the singers singer! I want to go where music like this never ends..

[@pathutson9319]

I'm done. Blown to bits. Soooo beautifully sung by Jack Jones. It's exquisite. Absolutely love it. Thank you. 💕❤️💕☘☘☘

[@gwenwilliams1439]

His interpretation and vocal ability on any of his songs over the years has been magical in every way!!!!!! ❤❤❤🎼🎵🎶💋💋 No one is as good as he is on anything!!! Bless him!! He has done so much to give musical enjoyment to all that love him. ❤🎶🎵🎼💗💗

[@jimholder6656]

RIP Jack Jones, fellow classmate at University High!

[@laurenlewis7]

his voice is so good everything I hear him singing I am just standing ovation impressed and he's still singing now love that

[@tennislover5763]

A beautiful voice belongs to Jack Jones. You will always be remembered for the theme song "Wives and Lovers" from the movie of the same name. Love ❤and enjoyed your voice and music for a very long time. Thank you for coming into our lives and enriching and making our time on this earth a whole lot better by your voice and music. Sending prayers up to Mr. Jack Jones. Hoping the Angels are taking care of him. Hoping he is singing for them as beautifully as he did for us. Prayers and condolences to his surviving family members. 😢😢💕💕

[@paulakpacente]

I've been listening to Jack Jones since the 1960's. I think he's GREAT!

[@MrDanamp]

I love his BEAUTIFUL SINGING and his graciousness in acknowledging the orchestra immediately after the song. I saw him perform (gorgeously) a few weeks ago, and he did this throughout the evening.

[@lorainegrace]

This has to be the most romantic song ever. Love Jack Jones

[@MARIALOPEZ-xy6yv]

IT IS A BEAUTIFUL SON

[@Zeppolino100]

I thought so. That is why I selected it is my/our Wedding Song....

[@burlingwillow7140]

What a beautiful voice 🩷💕🩷

[@gwenwilliams1439]

I agree about the ultimate feeling and compliment for an artist to bring tears to your eyes! There's a lot of his songs that effect that way!! Will always love him!! ❤❤💋🎼🎵🎶🎼🎵🎶😪😪

[@marilynd.7938]

Jack's rendition of this song is absolutely beautiful. I never tire of listening to it.

[@Bgiverny]

Beautiful man, beautifiul voice. All my love and thanks for sharing your gift with all of us.. ❤

[@djbassey2]

A very special kind of performer... Mr Jack Jones.

[@lanawhitney4617]

I saw him live in 70's - he's a real dish!!! and a great voice!

[@richardgornalle4536]

Truly, one of the best of singers. Really underrated. Superb superior vocal technique.

[@cirilamelicor8053]

Of all the legendary singers, Jack Jones is my favorite. His songs.speak of how beautiful love is. So romantic and soothing to my ears and sift feeling in my ♥. Where is he now?

[@jimodonnell6444]

Saw him in Coventry England 1974 outstanding rendition of Send in the Clowns never lost his timing

[@rebeccahooper7968]

still as handsome then as he is now and thank you for sharing this love song with us it is breathtaking!

[@jamesodonnell6399]

Proper Stanger Jack ❤ legend

[@bjbeezhyo]

Terrific vocal performance. Killer arrangement of one of the best loves songs every composed. Period.

[@HughColling]

🌹 Thank you, Jack. Absolutely outstanding.

[@davidsolomon8203]

Simply beautiful! Wow!

[@JackinRI]

That's a vocal master class. He finds all the nickles and the dimes of this song. Jack can hold a note longer than I can hold a job. Amazing vocalist.

[@jerryazlir725]

Superb deliverance by Jack Jones. Thousands of Love ⛵ Boat excellence. Regret that I hadn't heard this earlier ! Many thanks ❤️.

[@enjoy7024]

It doesn't get any better than this!!!

[@jeanmasonmcmahon2515]

jack jones one of my favorite sings and his songs~~~

[@richardcondon3797]

Perfect voice and unmatched even by frank. Perfectionist with heritage.

[@carolehope316]

Superb , catches my heart each time I hear the wonderful voice of Jack Jones.

[@MsCatreona]

Wow! What a great rendition of this beautiful song.

[@robertwagner2733]

Where have all the great voices gone. One of the best here.

[@nancydrew5934]

WOW!!!!!! Played this song many times. Jack does an AMAZING job on this song!!!!!!

[@jimodonnell6444]

Jack Jones first heard him sing when i was 19 yrs of age what a revalation im now 75 yrs old havent heard anyone better thank you Jack

[@patriciaowens3479]

76 here!!!💞

[@TheElainelennon]

A song that stops me in my tracks. Utterly classic, beautifully performed. One of my very favourites. Jones is amazing. His Legrand album is one of my all-time top ten recordings.

[@sundevilification]

one for the band. thanks Bones. always. Sunny in Phoenix, Paul in Seattle.

[@Rhona4198]

This is so beautiful! What else can I say?

[@condessadesantar]

Jack is the BEST EVER !! Thanks.

[@kaymerry369]

Beautifully sung and wonderful song.

[@laurenlewis7]

honestly I just love this song I love his voice on it...I love the strings on it ..it's so emotive it gives me everything

[@lovisblue]

Thank you for the music in my heart for your love and thinking of me,you live in me

[@Diane-hv1ql]

EVERYTHING? You need help, lady!

[@marypearce6823]

So do you!!!

[@billbrimmer1739]

Fabulous rendition. Slightly different but just as exciting as his recording that he made in 1972. I suspect that Jack Jones never rested on his laurels with his voice. He stretched and his range became quite incredible.

[@carsos00]

Absolutely stunning performance from I guess the mid 80s, My parents had the LP that had this track and the Barbra Streisand from round about the same time both stand out versions yet to be bettered (in my view), even though I was only 12 years old at the time didn't really appreciate the song and those performances until many years later.

[@laurenlewis7]

I can't bear that I've commented on This video and performance so many times 😂sorry folks but the greatness implores me to🤷🏾‍♀️ haha

[@Recon725]

Most romantic song ever!

[@Recon725]

The violins in the background..

[@Recon725]

Everybody, please listen to Jack here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qHO9ZamefM19ers

[@Recon725]

I now know NINE singers/artists that have sung this romantic song~ The lyrics are second to none!

[@MrJazzologist1]

If only all men had this kind of emotional depth. The whole world would be the greatest floating ball of life in the universe.

[@richardcondon3797]

It's great music but greater still for the lyrics. You think the tune is good but without the message it wouldn't soar. Then you get the delivery from lungs like this and wow ! This is one spectacular piece.

[@leslierobertson5397]

Love this man..seen him 3 times in Scotland

[@gwenwilliams1439]

That is the best rendition he has ever done of that song!!! 🎼🎵🎶🎼🎵🎶

[@pamelafranklin8406]

He was always my favorite male singer, he had an amazing voice, charm, presentation and knew how to make any song his own! Pamela F.

[@collegeri]

That was wonderful. He really pulls you in.

[@khairilanuarothman3869]

Masterful! For a Jack Jones today.....

[@lotusbuds2000]

JJ's forte is that he speaks and sings the lyrics ...poetry in song..

[@MaryLuminary]

What is it about Jack Jones? There's no one like him. Only one Jack Jones. Magical! I guess that he knows how to put the song across.♥️👋