Steve Lawrence "I've Gotta Be Me" on The Ed Sullivan Show

[@mufuliramark]

Never heard this song before but heard it first in the film 'Nobody'...Absolute class

[@alvaroballesterosjimenez3195]

Same

[@rub1tan679]

Same too 👍👍😎😎🇬🇧

[@danardana3375]

yes it s a good song i heard for first time from nobody movie sountrack

[@technomancer3082]

Same Too... Mejor no pude haberlo dicho yo, de verdad quedo perfecta en 'Nobody'.

[@christoph4412]

Sinatra Style :)

[@mikestevens5512]

Steve was at the apex of vocal talent in an era of giants.

[@ericholck3914]

As successful as he was, I still don't feel like Lawrence got as much credit as he deserved. An amazing talent who took excellent care of his instrument throughout his entire career. RIP

[@markberryhill2715]

If I was married to who he was I would take care of my instrument too. She was hot! 🔥 lol

[@nerobua3550]

right, i have never heard from him in Europe! first time now.😭

[@lancerayburn4652]

I always felt Steve's delivery and sound was so much more personable than Frank's. He sometimes seemed, to me, like Judy Garland was when she performed...almost as if a freak of nature - a song - is escaping from their body, and they're at its mercy!

[@ericholck3914]

@@lancerayburn4652 What an interesting way of putting it! Love it.

[@retron99]

He was “nobody”

[@nymet2454]

RIP, one of the great singers of the 1960's and beyond.

[@Rivcuban]

RIP Mr. Lawrence. You will be missed. ❤

[@FourSeasons04]

The talent pool of male singers during the late 50's and 60's was simply incredible. Mr. Lawrence was amongst that group.

[@not-so-smartaleck8987]

Male singers today are talented too, they just don't USE that talent to its fullest extent (or even close) the way guys like Frank Sinatra and Steve Lawrence did! 😉

[@christinevillanueva54]

​@@not-so-smartaleck8987 who?

[@jasonwitt3423]

​@@not-so-smartaleck8987who today sings like they did?

[@TWilson-t8h]

How ‘bout Buble?

[@paolodechipiece1027]

​@@TWilson-t8hBublé is not good enough to hold this man's dressing gown

[@vincentlynch3652]

A very underrated singer.

[@JessicaNaranjo4094]

I agree!!!! People don’t talk about him enough!

[@paulk9985]

@@JessicaNaranjo4094 They did... a lot. He's a standard from the past Unfortunately, today's audience does not know real talent.

[@johnselwitz5362]

@@paulk9985 I may only be one person, but I’m 33 with a two year old daughter and a four month old son, and trust me, when they get a little older, I plan on introducing the likes of Steve Lawrence, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, etc. to them so they’ll understand what true talent looks and sounds like. If it’s up to me, the truly great musicians will not be lost via the passage of time, music like this is timeless in my opinion.

[@paulk9985]

@@johnselwitz5362 Don't forget Engelbert Humperdinck, Andy Williams, Perry Como, Tony Bennett, Matt Munro, Connie Francis, Patti Page, Petula Clark, and Karen Carpenter... to name just a few additional greats. I hope they learn to appreciate these folks. Your children will learn what quality is when they still hear these greats while today's "nobodies" fade away... quickly.

[@MattMatthews-c8i]

I've heard the song "I've Gotta Be Me" about as much as I've heard any song. This is one of Sammy Davis's signature songs but I've always felt that Steve sang it better and with more power. I just heard yesterday that Steve left us, and I started listening to his songs, and I cried because we've lost so many from yesteryear. When I was a kid, we'd see him on The Carol Burnett Show and Eydie Gorme, and he did comedy brilliantly. RIP Steve! ❤

[@mikebradshaw6484]

Steve did good, Sammy owned this song.

[@MattMatthews-c8i]

@@mikebradshaw6484 Steve sang with more power

[@alissaballot3169]

This song comes from the Broadway show “Golden Rainbow” which starred Steve (and Eydie), so Steve sang it first. In fact, he recorded it on a 45 before the show opened, doing it somewhat differently from how he did it in the show. But he apparently suggested to his friend Sammy Davis, Jr. that the song would have a lot of meaning for him, and it was a bigger hit for Sammy than for Steve.

[@DannyLee-bx1tp]

Agree

[@lancerayburn4652]

There's a medley of songs done live by Steve and Sammy (at the Oscars?) here on KZbin. When this song comes up, there's a comically forced bit of rivalry between the two. Brilliant!

[@marcandsebe]

Of all the versions of this song, Steve’s version is my favourite.

[@ayosilva]

Me too! His wife Eydie Gorme (RIP) also was a great singer.

[@agnaldoaraujo7903]

Sem dúvida nenhuma . Anos Dourados

[@josephtauro4528]

Steve's version is the best

[@philt5782]

Mine too!

[@gljm]

He introduced the song in the Musical "Golden Rainbow". @@ayosilva

[@rivkakorman7720]

What a terrific performance, flawless voice, and a fabulous interpretation of this classic song.

[@largeyoshi]

lawrence originally performed the song for a broadway show, with sammy davis jr covering it the same year the musical premiered

[@bjornwesterberg4140]

What a classic, what a Hairline 👏

[@hoodoocreek2783]

Absolute class that couldn't be touched today. This song reminds me of a time when my mother was still alive. Great times!

[@annegreenwood3624]

he sang from his soul not many can sing at this rang love the lyrics may he rip

[@michaelglenn367]

RIP...we will miss you

[@fatimahrahman6158]

Bold and exemplary talent. The smoothness of his voice is so perfect. Thank you for helping me to feel my soul!

[@christinevillanueva54]

RIP 3/724 Steve Lawrence, thanks for you lovely music!

[@dedehawks2382]

One of the greatest!!! He sings so effortlessly - and out comes this wonderful, mellow sound. Just love him!!!❤

[@kevincaldwell4707]

I think the greatest part of the The Ed Sullivan Show was his absolute variety of musical talents...where else could you see Steve Lawrence, The Beatles, The Mommas and the Papas, etc on the same stage...mind you at different years of course.

[@TobyJae]

Steve Lawrence is AWESOME⭐️💎❤️

[@MrRichiekaye]

Gorgeous singing. I completely believe him, that he means what he sings. Top-notch!

[@sdeee3842]

Sleep well with your wife. 10 years is a long time to go when you been married for 55 years 🕊💐🕊

[@mga2899]

Remarkable.

[@vrinda5303]

RIP, Steve. Thank you for the music and the memories.

[@kariwilkinson6170]

I can’t be right for somebody else if I’m not right for me…. So true

[@roig8]

Please God, open that door.

[@cameronbarrie6833]

He did today,, 😢

[@EstamosDe]

An amazing singer! His wife, Eydie Gorme, was also an amazing singer too! Im completely a fan of Eydie! So versatile both of them, true artists!

[@ronaldbrumwell8414]

Both great friends of Frank Sinatra. Toured together towards the end of his life.

[@AndrewSmith-uz8bg]

He has a great voice!!!

[@FlyingSnoopy]

I love this song so much. A voice you can actually listen to and get goosebumps. R.I.P. O’Great One🙏🏻

[@spacebound7247]

Please god open that door. Classic song. Classic scene.

[@kattrakee]

Rest in Peace 😢❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎵🎶🎶🎵🎶🎶🎶🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@rcskawaiistop]

Nobody ever can come close to Steve Lawrence's awesome voice !!

[@gljm]

RIP Steve, now you and Eydie are singing together again.

[@francinefernandes2007]

Steve Lawrence beautiful voice fantastic rendition ❤️❤️❤️

[@jmkastle]

This song gives me hope not to give up. Thank you so much.

[@Ron71997]

That voice, so smooth , so clear and crisp. What an amazing performance.

[@brucepappas6298]

Steve Lawrence was an excellent singer. The song he performed that I enjoyed the most was "The Drifter" from 1969.

[@EstamosDe]

Now Im listening to it! What a catchy chorus! Those trumpets are so refreshing! Thanks you

[@loudesimone2612]

Just excellent. Doesn't get better . Great voice. Today's talent doesn't compare.

[@estergee8460]

I just love him! A very talented actor, great singer with a golden Voice

[@ronaldnock9666]

R.i.p steve!

[@menotu4870]

What a VOICE!

[@jdub226]

Just the greatest talent R.I.P. ❤❤

[@edwardvelez6764]

Thank You Steve R.I.P

[@pb234]

I wish those melodious days are back . 🙏🙏🙏👏👏👏👍👍👍

[@asifyasin-c5f]

same here, heard first time in the movie NOBODY... very touching.

[@Loveoldies50]

Loved him when I was a kid. "Go Away Little Girl". Was one of my favorites. Still love it. He had a great voice!

[@susandeleon4702]

I love this man. He was my favorite since I was ten years old. His voice was very calming to listen to.

[@that70sgirl90]

Nice voice ... Beautiful song! Thank you for sharing! 💖

[@rneedham667]

Steve and Edie Perfection ❤

[@johnjay2717]

This song speaks for me as a statement. To me this is the Best version as song by one of my best performers. Charming handsome man on stage with a big smile meant a lot to my spirit and attitude in life. Attended his shows on stage specially at Harrah's several times with pleasure. He left a long lasting impression with this and all other songs and TV comedy appearances of reminding the 'joy of living'. Wishing better health to my dear friend Steve. I will keep listening to these songs as long as I live.

[@ykc7983]

me too.

[@estergee8460]

He has a GOLDEN VOICE, a Versatile entertainer who carries almost all the qualifications of the greatest entertainer. All his music I can say a piece of music to the ear. I love him dearly

[@Bongofurry]

Rest in peace

[@priscilaundomiel3264]

Wow 🤯, I needed to hear that! ❤️

[@Kbb1957]

I was around 7 or 8 when I saw him on the Ed Sullivan Show and I fell instantly in love! I was never the typical girl - the Beatles did nothing for me - lol! I always gravitated to this music and Steve Lawrence was like the ultimate Prince Charming in my young mind! Such an enormous talent!! RIP...

[@2lipz4eyez]

Gorgeous man with a Big Beautiful voice. I love his version of the song better. Powerful!

[@kenanderson-q7q]

One of a kind, never see the likes of Steve again, magic.

[@paullgagliardi5798]

This man had great pipes.👏

[@ValShave]

What a voice.. God bless you..

[@karenn.mirikitani378]

A sure thing. The singers from the past when he or she sang, they sang with such class and dignity that were matchless today. ❤😂

[@foolsplay5880]

Grew up watching/listening to fabulous voices like Steve Lawrence. I became a singer/actor because of entertainers like Mr. LAWRENCE !!

[@justinf1343]

Absolutely amazing voice. True classic.

[@loreyhoffman4084]

Consummate performer….and that voice!

[@no_one01-5]

Amazing voice! Beautiful song! Thank you Nobody for giving me this amazing artist.

[@laststopbeforeheaven]

He and Eydie are my favorite singers of all time! ❤

[@cowsiwinfamily1954]

Wow! Just wow!

[@raymondalvin3645]

great job Steve Lawrence

[@philt5782]

What a voice

[@fauxcoda]

WOW!!!! How good was that.

[@rub1tan679]

AGREED❗️💯 ❤️🇬🇧🇺🇸

[@stevelawrence5268]

A lovely voice with a unique singing style

[@everbbpark9500]

최고라는 말이 부족해

[@antoninatiangco3764]

This is the most meaningful song i ever heard I will never get tired listening to this song Sang by Sammy Davis Jr And steve Laurence

[@Yette]

Gotta agree, for some reason, the lyrics reach my core. Incredibly powerful to me.

[@MattMatthews-c8i]

The lyrics have reached my core since I was a kid. This song is so majestic and with Steve's voice even more so!

[@Nicholasvandermeer]

Rest in piece Steve.thank you❤

[@jugheadjones5458]

Always loved his and Eydie’s Christmas songs!

[@player12hello14]

ICON 👏

[@kylekevin3565]

Brilliant voice. Enjoyed it...

[@todietosleep--tosleepperch7902]

I think my nephew Lolo looks like him. He's a very good-looking dude. I remember him and his wife, but I was very young and they were seemingly old already. Rest in peace, ol' boy! 🎉

[@malekiram]

fantastic what a voice

[@LindaOliver-e8q]

RIP Steve Lawrence

[@javiermunozserrano423]

No conocía esta canción hasta que vi la pelicula Nobody. Tampoco conocía a este gran cantante. Bonita canción y gran voz.

[@laurastone6578]

Lovely voice!

[@kuoseis]

Amazing. One of the last old legends still alive

[@HoangLe-cv9jh]

To me, this is the best rendition of this song.

[@elijahmauldin2793]

Totally watching the movie NOBODY and needed to keep this song in my life lol

[@rxgueplanet]

This is magical ✨️

[@christopherp.hitchens3902]

As young teens, this style of singing was fantastically silly to us. This era of crooners was well on its way out…but it is powerfully nostalgic. I swear…I can smell mom’s dinner cooking!

[@patrickdeering1909]

It’s Teddy Stengel from the old days - just saying I’ll never forget you. Thanks for all the memories.

[@kattrakee]

Outstanding 🎵🎶🎶🎵🎶♥️♥️♥️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@JAIME20116]

Por acá escribo desde una lejana galaxia en el 4050 año terrestre aprox. veo y escucho está brillante canción ,espero alguien la puede seguir replicando muchos años más.❤️🌹

[@condessadesantar]

I LOVE IT .. This is the TRUE and IMORTAL AMERICAN MUSIC

[@lancerayburn4652]

Steve - and another underrated song 'n' dance man, Ken Berry - were always introduced by Carol Burnett as "one of my favorite" people! She often mentioned that she considered them as "semi-regulars" on her show...Steve was on 29 times, Ken was on 19. It's also been mentioned that his turn - and Tony nomination - in "What Makes Sammy Run?" was proof of his range of talents: singing, acting, comedy...all facets that made him a natural for the Burnett show! My favorite Stephen Lawrence songs? I Wanna Be With You (I melt!), and Twas the Night Before Christmas (makes me feel all warm and fuzzy!). Many more songs, if I think too long about it! LOVE me some Steve Lawrence. Wasn't the handsomest of men, but his presence, smile, and personality made him GORGEOUS!!

[@polerouter]

ABSOLUTLY PERFECT

[@EmersonWilkes]

Nailed it!

[@aleccap5946]

Nobody the film was the very first time i heard this song on the bus during the fight. Absolutely loved it ever since, but the singer, never heard of him ?

[@alj82]

Rip steve

[@Delores999]

I like this.

[@hife2thekife]

Steve Lawrence was underappreciated as a crooner. Best memories I have of him are appearing on the game show Tattletales with his wife Eydie Gorme, Bert Convy hosting. And really, that is sad. He could sing!

[@joshhodkinson9677]

If you hear this song on a bus, you'd better hope Bob Odenkirk isn't also on it.

[@martinavila679]

Acredito que sim. Amei essa encena no onibus

[@garydaniel8898]

Absolute Perfection !

[@petermorrissey8497]

R.I.P, great voice.

[@nobleza1959]

STUNNING!!

[@AllenJones-w3p]

I believe that Steve sang this before Sammy Jr. got hold of it. Both versions are magnificent! Rest in peace, fellas.

[@hnc52]

Sing it , Steve!

[@jpf8292]

Me quito el sombrero ante esta letra y esta interpretacion!