Sammy Davis Jr - The Candy Man (Live in Germany 1985)

[@lynnminzghor5143]

A little white girl in '71 just 5 yrs old...walked up to stage and received Sammy's autograph at the Circle Star Theatre...still have the booklet he signed. Someone out there has a pic of myself and Sammy. No bar, best memory of my childhood!!!

[@JoanneBrown-qe4vd]

How neat that must of been for you!

[@baumcollcsame7871]

Circle Star Theater in San Carlos, California was the best place to see all those fantastic performers!!! And best you were up close to them while they were performers! I sure miss those days back in the 80s and 90s. They were the best!!😊

[@robbob5302]

Awesome!!

[@josephcalderone9687]

Take out the, being white and thats a great story..

[@manuel.roesler]

@@josephcalderone9687 i am afraid that was a issue then - and therefore I find it even more adorable... But as a middle-european male, maybe I'm wrong

[@davec69us]

Even when artists of this era were being lighthearted, their music had a depth and complexity that managed to touch emotions in the listener. Man, I miss that.

[@rromero1091]

some where in heaven, Sammy , Dean and Frank are singing and laughing

[@FranciscoGalan-cf1ij]

And peter

[@MazBringsby]

Heaven ???

[@JesusChristSaves.]

Do you even know who the "candyman" is he's singing about?... It's not God if you get my drift.

[@isis3319]

Or they've already been reincarnated and living a different life

[@rondeneef]

[@bryanleigh6497]

Very sophisticated singing, stretching and bending phrases all over with total confidence. He fused jazz and soul seamlessly, and better than anyone.

[@Valorince]

Ra HoWa NOBODY goes to a live show excepting to see the songs sung exactly how they were recorded.... unless you listen to rap, where they just play the recorded version and let the performer sing over it.

[@shivag73]

When I was little and saw him tapping to many of his songs, I thought all singers did this.

[@sappermade6012]

Bryan Leigh one of the best ever.....

[@sappermade6012]

Ra Ho what are you talking about he’s a showman this is Sammy he’d do it no other way

[@youjoker9647]

@Ra HoWa utter rubbish

[@forrest2457]

Had a sense of humor, a great voice, a great dancer, just a great person and funny RIP Sammy Davis JR.

[@jimrhodes3487]

He was a heck of a drummer too....

[@emeraldcityentertainment]

Boy did he have a sense of humor. Perfect comedic timing. The talent in this one was remarkable. One of he Greats!

[@amyclarke41]

He is on bbc sounds app in a interview with David Frost v kool!🥰

[@javiersalas6727]

He's an angel

[@jerrylewisthekid5479]

With all my love for Frank Sinatra, I have to admit that Sammy Davis was arguably the best of the whole Rat Pack, the most complete. He knew how to do everything! And he knew how to do it splendidly

[@charlesjackson2638]

Could never stand him

[@jcrossan1351]

@@charlesjackson2638 Sam or Frank ?

[@annfoley9112]

What a voice and presence

[@herbertharris7316]

[@AngelaTom-n9w]

Umm what's not to stand? Talent or your jealousy?? Bahaha..who in all the world listens and comments a musician they don't like? I get it..your sarcastic! I love this man so much I can't stand it! Love, love you! 💌🇺🇸♥️🤍💙💃💋.

[@ANo-qc1qx]

I can't believe how good he still was at 60 years old. Consider the toll that his life must taken on him. Truly Remarkable.

[@tb9489]

A truly beautiful person who loved everyone.

[@fabioblanco8571]

Indeed. What a voice!

[@angelahartman7677]

I agree with you

[@davidpfeifer9489]

A No It’s a constitution you don’t see much now

[@paternotaboada4037]

Nah we can demand

[@mytip2012]

I know of no other artist where you can understand EVERY.SINGLE.WORD that is sung. Truly the best.

[@MikeLandicovers]

Well maybe Frank as well.

[@originallyrahma]

@@MikeLandicoversyeah frank ocean slaps

[@good_yt_username]

real shit

[@bz7924]

For elocution Jim Reeves was number one!

[@wal743]

He was short, skinny, half blind... and a HUGE performer!!!

[@jonesfredrick94]

Thanks for pointing out his negatives, Wow

[@anna_annah]

smoked 4 cigarette packs a day, and had a throat cancer,,,

[@csabo1725]

Having one eye makes you half blind? Not sure that's how that works.

[@foravar]

"I'm blind, black and Jew, more are needed at this?"

He was a genius...

[@LPJack02]

RIP Sammy Davis Jr. (December 8, 1925 - May 16, 1990), aged 64 You will always be remembered as a legend.

[@steve-from-toronto]

One of the most all-round talented performers in history. On the Mount Rushmore of entertainment.

[@henok]

I never thought i would listen to this kind of music but i am blown away by this man's voice and his dazzling performance.

[@darlamae9876]

Yooo same ❤

[@leafarmend]

Idem I

[@gregthompson5759]

I soooo agree with that … lol I’m a metal guy yet this is amazing

[@Chad2baddd]

Same

[@ImBarelyMe]

One of my most concrete memories is when my grandparents lived in a caravan about 2 hours from me, and on a weekend my granddad (who worked round me still) would drive back home to caravan, so I’d go with him, and on those long drives, we would have this on repeat, one of the things me and him bonded with was loving this and how it was the first time we both tapped and sang together, sometimes it takes stuff like a song to realise that when someone’s gone, you will miss them more than anything, I’m so not ready to lose my granddad for memories like this

[@iamthewordsmith6232]

Fun fact: Sammy Davis Jr addition for the shop keeper in the candy store For Willy Wonka and the chocolate factory. But the director and producers didn't want someone famous playing the part so they turned him down. Which is why as you see he sang even though he never got the part.

[@carlbirtles4518]

I always preferred “groovy lemon pie” over “strawberry-lemon pie”. More pizazz, you see.

[@FATBAZ01]

Absolutely one of the best entertainers that ever lived. His impressions are also brilliant. Star quality that can rarely be equalled.

[@garybell2302]

Well said

[@Rob_Kates]

He did it all!

[@manuelvasquezt6836]

Just as long as his diamond ring is on, he,s going ok

[@Mermare]

I was a little white girl when he was having his comeback. I absolutely adored him. If he was going to be on a show, I'd sit there waiting for him to come on. I especially loved it when he danced. It was one of the reasons I took tap lessons. I will always have fond memories of Sammy. One of the best all around performers ever.

[@gokhangundogdu8609]

This is exactly what my son is going through

[@madmaxxxxxxxxxx]

We don't have entertainers anymore! This how I feel when I watch this.

[@springboard1994]

Agreed Mad Maxxxxxxx. It used to be all about the audience when great performers stepped out on stage. They were grateful for their audiences that helped make them. Now it's all about themselves. They feel like the audience should be grateful to be graced with their presence.

[@jorgezavalagonzalez8669]

TRUE!!!!

[@superiorjr154]

We have Biden and trump debating on stage. I think that’s freaking hilarious.

[@sharondozier5006]

Sammy Davis Jr. was a great singer, dancer and actor. He smiled and laughed and caused his audience to do the same. He is truly missed.

[@kade82]

Sammy Davis, Jr. had a hit with this song at a time when most hitmakers were half to two-thirds his age. And here he's having loads of fun with it more than a decade later. A true class act!

[@TeddyCrispin]

"For me, Sammy Davis Jr is the best singer of the "Rat Pack", and one of the best entertainers and singers of the world."

[@jerrylewisthekid5479]

I just wrote it too, I agree with you

[@marchunam]

What a voice! What a personality! What a Performer! One of the bests, never to be repeated. We do not have artists like this anymore :(

[@ladonnafoster-hayes7297]

"The candyman can cause he mixes it with love to make the world taste good." I love to hear him sing this.

[@Droosmom1970]

had this on a 45 when I was a child. I loved this song and still do! the best rendition of Mr. Bojangles I've ever seen was from this wonderful talented man. The world needs less P.Diddy and more Sammy Davis Jr.

[@BigDLiquor]

Didn't know how this performance was gonna go, but once the orchestra kicked in just chills.

[@CowMoobaby]

Who's here in September 2024? I was only six years old when this song was released and I remember me and my mother used to sing it together. Such wonderful memories, I just love Sammy Davis Junior. He was amazing.❤❤❤

[@rennie823]

Im here too in Sept 2024... I was in my teens when this song was popular, i think🤔🌹

[@santiagolopez3909]

I’m responding a month late, but here I am. Hello.

[@WaltHartuniewicz]

What a beauty.....😊

[@DrewNiemannsYoutubeChann]

Here in November 2024.

[@rondeneef]

j was f....n druk. them is him perform the best.

[@killertofu9188]

My grampy used to sing this to me. ❤

[@micamge]

C00l gramp!

[@mikekazz5353]

Did he also try singing in Sammy's voice too, because it's so fun trying to talk, sing and scat like Sammy.

[@st0pcaleb]

Omg you say grampy to! I haven’t heard anyone say that for ever

[@thesamson1091]

Sammy was so cool we missed him rest in peace

[@sebastianchirinos7714]

I'm here because of Madagascar

[@graehamhudd985]

The man was cool and smooth

[@singvoicestudioberlin]

He was sooooo great, this warm bride orchestral voice, this timing, the charme, the humor, the talent, this little man and his voice no problem with a big band with nearly 30 musicians! Absolutely genius. I miss him, this kind of jazz and all the singers and dancers of his decade ;-)

[@KOLDBLU3ST33L]

THE CONSUMMATE PERFORMER. SORELY MISSED. THANK YOU SAMMY FOR MAKING MY CHILDHOOD/YOUNG ADULT LIFE A LITTLE SWEETER. R.I.P. CANDYMAN

[@teresacollins9218]

Omg I wish I could go back in time,being little I never realized how amazing that man was ,talk about TALENT!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️...RIP Mr Sammy Davis Jr😔💔🕊️💙

[@bukurie6861]

Sammy Davis Jr American entertainer is in our memory for beautiful performance as singer,actor,dancer...😍🌍

[@pejmankooklanfar2674]

There will not be another "Sammy"🇺🇸🙏🎙️🎶🎵🎼

[@elainehernen286]

Brilliant sammy no one like him ❤🎉😊

[@rondeneef]

he was drunk. aber..he ttta mad.e @ .it

[@nikosKokkinos-ic1dx]

The singer who was often billed as "the greatest living entertainer of the World" He was amazing!

[@minimansonstar]

I might call myself "Mini Manson," but I like to think of myself as "Mini Davis!" His songs make me happy... which is what music is SUPPOSED to do. 💋

[@juangabriel6747]

Wow. I haven't really listened to Sammy Davis junior. But I'm glad I am now. Where have I been? And I'm kinda surprised l. It's 2022 and this is still being heard. I thought I was alone in my past memories and nostalgia. I love the good old times. I'm glad I'm not alone on those thoughts

[@LIfeisAdorbz]

The way he performs will forever put the biggest smile on my face. I love Sammy with all my heart ;)

[@YosenBMamma]

The story is, S.D. Jr. never wanted to sing this song. He thought it was too goofy. His producer finally convinced him, and Sammy said he'd do only a single take. That one take is what eventually became the released single - which shot to number one in multiple countries. It's his only #1 song.

[@donnamaria4882]

I don't know when and how it started, but I've loved this song from hearing it on the radio as a little girl growing up in Jamaica. I loved it so much I sang it to my son as a lullaby when he was a baby, then to my daughter, and now, now I'm singing it to my grandson as I did to his father. He knows all the words, though I had them in the wrong places so I'm here learning the lyrics once and for all...what a singer and a beautiful performance this is!! Thanks Sammy for such a beautiful song that continues to warm my heart and those I love.

[@reginajones1503]

I grew up in Jamaica too

[@leons.kennedy2747]

I sing it to my cat.

[@TravisCrossroads]

A great entertainer! Enjoyed his work greatly! Thanks for the memories!

[@cesargonzalez1173]

1st time listening am very excited just wow

[@thomasodetto4670]

I had the pleasure of seeing Sammy in concert in 1975. The show was so awesome , my girlfriend and I bought tickets for his show the next night. Of all the shows that I have seen in person, Sammy Davis Jr. was the best all round performer. Rest In Peace Sammy. !!!

[@nibyafternight1983]

I'm jealous of how sophisticaded this man actually is

[@mikeygoodboi]

I absolutely loved that man. So amazing. And to see him sing this live is a super treat. So thank you.

[@traciwest6853]

I have looked at this every day since Thanksgiving.....it truly brings joy to my life....what a great performer....RIP Sammy......we miss you

[@regpharvey]

He was a real song&danceman. Don't make em like that anymore for sure.

[@johnowen5686]

It really cannot get any better than this singing at its very very best just genius really 😊

[@MarthaHolmes-k9r]

This is pure entertainment and talent!

[@a_leaf]

“They love what we make, but not us” - the Candy Man

[@WilliamRamstack]

I love you...that's why it's good to get to know all people. The more you see them and get to know them...the LOVE ❤️ follows ❤

[@suzannebear4194]

My gawd his voice is so rich I could listen to him for simply ever ❤

[@zachsmith3]

1:34-1:42 holy crap these few seconds give me chills

[@ladylaois8184]

Zach Smith and me

[@springboard1994]

@@ladylaois8184 And me

[@ofresc0600]

And me

[@makayla6956]

and me

[@jeanketten4119]

Saw Sammy at Harrah's many times. And the Together Again w/ original stars in Oakland, CA!

[@stephanieredden8861]

I met him when I was a kid visiting Atlantic City with my Aunt and Uncle around 1980. The grownups were gambling and I was tired of game room and stepped outside to sneak a smoke. He got out of his car and I started singing Candy Man. He says "You're a cool cat" finger guns and all. He tells me how I shouldn't smoke and then asked what I was doing. I say I got board and was gonna walk to our hotel. He offers a ride and I say sure. I was cheesing big time. He was already one of my heroes and it was my first ride in a limo. I was 15 and it was wonderful. When I got much older I read that he hated Candy Man and yet he was ever so gracious. My first brush with fame. Oh yeah, I did not ask him if he was keeping an eye out for me but I wanted to. Gosh, I miss his presence.

[@JoanneBrown-qe4vd]

That’s pretty cool! How lucky you were to have met him.

[@jamesnewell8559]

What a talented guy. We won't see or hear his like again. All we are left with now is mediocre dross that will be forgotten in time, while the music of Sammy, Frank, Nat, Dean, Ella, Peggy, Bing, Tony, Andy, Matt & Perry, will live forever.

[@5star555555555]

Which Matt are you referring to, if I may ask?

[@henriquedelben]

What about Tom Jobim?

[@streetgato9697]

@@5star555555555 Matt Monro I'm sure

[@highnrising]

@@5star555555555 He's talking about Matt Monro--Not a huge star, but he's famous for "Softly As I Leave You" and the theme song from "From Russia With Love,"

[@tee-aitch4280]

You’re making it sound like you know them all personally lol

[@andreasbaumler6120]

Guys like him cannot hardly be found these days. Real performancers, real musicians who are still capable of reading notes. He definately belongs to greatest performers ever. Just cool, and he still kept respect to the songs he sang. Sammy Davis Jr. truly had real style. Both a funny and a serious guy. Long live r-e-a-l music!

[@lil18thletterking77]

You can be a well versed musician without reading notes..MJ was

[@ernieross7079]

Only Sammy and Dean can truly say they were both blessed with fantastic voices. I am 62 and always loved both of them

[@joemaguire3449]

Excellent from SDJ and superb orchestration.

[@TomTimeTraveler]

One of the all time great vocalists.

[@sappermade6012]

How could you not love this

[@f.danielporter2592]

The sad thing about 2020 is that the last and next generations will never be able see this great artist/man in concert. What a great actor and artist

[@KevinMartinez-er1zh]

I’m only 21 and I can already tell finding something like this somewhere live is almost impossible, very unfortunate but at least people like this left their mark for us to remember or discover

[@jonfox8010]

This is a masterclass in how to make sublime genius look so easy.

[@tereguzman5903]

A gentle voice with a such of talent!

[@johnnorth6004]

1:27 what amazing phrasing

[@quixomega]

Apparently Sammy Davis Jr. hated this song and it was his biggest hit.

[@Fresh_Princess]

Oh mein Gott, das war ja bei der Eröffnung der Spielbank hier in Dortmund Syburg, zu der ich damals kein Ticket bekam, weil sie innerhalb 30 Minuten ausverkauft war! Sammy Davis Jr. war absolut großartig.

[@renaldorenaldinie5658]

DU,SAGST ES👍🤝♥️😘

[@RoisinElektra]

Awwww

[@algrayson9380]

There will never be another sammy davis jr, he was the greatest entertainer.

[@raynaldodeleon1471]

Incomparable with no equal. Sings, dances, actor, musician, etc...I can’t believe today’s so called talent compared to “Mr. Bojangles”. RIP Sammy Davis Jr. The best thing about getting old is knowing what real talent was

[@mikebland4935]

Sammy was never just an ordinary man. But he sure was our very best friend. He was a real song and dance man. The best that could have ever can.

[@mickj.147]

Absolutely brilliant, all round legend and complete entertainer, he came through all the racism and inequality to become a true all round star. Unfortunately never to be seen again.

[@lonewolf1053]

At first Sammy didn't like this..he did it anyway.. result.. biggest hit of his career

[@oj136]

Legend! You cannot get bored watching him!!

[@quartz1054]

A wonderful song from a wonderful man. This song brings back heart warming memories of family gatherings with Sammy singing his tunes and always creating laughter like it’s magic. Thank you so much. Will forever be in my heart. 🙏❤️❤️❤️ 1:07

[@garyelrick2653]

Sammy is a pure Genius, wish his type of music and entertainment was available to the world nowadays as it would be a better place.

[@coolog7104]

Living Legends from the dead and still living that's what you call a legend opening doors for acting singing and movies for BET entertainment. Amen :-).

[@lyndasteitz5329]

He was the best! He overcame so much. A beautiful human being!

[@daviddavidson8050]

Mr. Sammy Davis, Jr. was TOPS. God rest his soul. Shalom Y'all! from Kentucky.

[@SciTrekMan]

Watching reminded me of how much I miss this kind, talented gentleman, fabulous performer and decent human being. Miss you, Sammy!

[@KirkSH52]

"Thank you Sammy for bringing love to the world with your music."

[@carlyletom301]

I remember my mother enjoying this song back when it came out. This ones for you Ma. I'll put it on loop to play a few times. R.I.P

[@LisaWoodcomeflywithme]

This is a very, very good memory from my childhood. There weren't many so thank you sooo much!!

[@Canadian_Skeptical]

My whole primary school class loved this song when I was in grade 5!!

[@138lala]

2022, still sounds good. Teaching the young the Arts of Music. Listening to the Lyrics. That will last forever.

[@efrainhernandez645]

I loved seeing Sammy Davis,Jr when i was a young man.Sammy was & forever Will B Kool!!!

[@Armis71]

Being old enough to remember Sammy Davis Jr., I'm catching up on all the performances I missed.

[@harshadk3240]

I never get bored of listening it over and over such wonderfull lyrics.

[@fastjegr]

A tremendous superstar who gave his talent to everyone..... Vegas... Television broadway stage a selfless performer that I will always admire ...a gifted a talented artist

[@cindyfloyd8381]

Yes definitely was a selfless performer. I remember that concert on tv, w/my parents & I used to imitate his danceing since I was like 5.

[@judeemckissock9578]

How wonderful to hear REAL talent, as we have so little today!

[@frankesposito2182]

Loved the Candy !!! Candy man.....that man was you....Thanks Sammy....Love you !!!

[@isschwa]

Talent and dedication aside, what I love about this video is seeing Sammy happy. This wasn’t always so in his life, and seeing him in his element doing what he loves is wonderful to watch.

[@kattrakee]

How exceptionally gifted he was; I love him ♥️ always missing his greatness; musicality, entertaining and a great man all around; never to be forgotten; Sammy Davis Jr. 🎵🎶🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️🎶🎵🎶🎶♥️

[@boxterjeff]

Class act. None like him before or after.

[@anthonyjackson2687]

Brings me back to childhood, love this song...miss you Sammy!

[@rickguerrero2282]

A great entertainer in his day who was caught and sadly passed by Father Time.

[@stephaniepayne3497]

Sammy!

[@mydigicraftscrafts8649]

YOU ALWAYS MAKE THE WORLD FEEL GOOD !! My Angel xxxxxxxx Thak You xxxxxxxxxxx

[@Porsche996driver]

Germans loved Sammy and all the great american entertainers. Great version of the Candy Man!

[@N053LESS]

The rat pack was the last of a generation and how I hope there will be a group just as charismatic

[@dbrown9495]

Wonderful voice and orchestra!

[@jobuchner2563]

He recorded that song in one take simply because he didn't like the song and didn't want to do it. so, he sang it once in the studio for the recording. Became a huge hit for him. Wonderful voice.

[@susanlawson6939]

No one could sing this song like sammy Davis could Beautiful rest in peace

[@give-peace-a-chance]

Sammy Davis Jr. für der beste Part der „Rat Pack Gang“❤️