The Rhythm of Life (Sammy Davis Jr.) | Sweet Charity (1969) | TUNE

[@zachkubish598]

This has got to be the most sixties looking thing I’ve ever seen

[@NextToToddliness]

Wait until you see the whole movie...

[@yo_bro]

medicinal 😎

[@dancingdan1994]

It even makes Sargent pepper look normal lol.

[@davidd5316]

If only we had the values that we had in the 60’s life would be wonderful, I am over 80

[@KingRich616]

You should see Hair

[@mamagugan6158]

Can we all agree Bob Fosse was brilliant?

[@Mackdaddy4218]

No.

[@mlbrooks4066]

@@Mackdaddy4218 Come on. It took a lot of work and genius to choreograph this number. The guy was probably a mess of a jerk but he was good at his job.

[@tlmoscow]

I’ve never enjoyed his twitchy choreography, and propensity for tuneless songs with witless lyrics. Sammy still manages to be great, but the number is forgettable.

[@irinairinskaya6150]

He was genius, indeed

[@gauravw6947]

Only someone ignorant about art, cinema and filmmaking wouldn’t be able to comprehend Fosse’s brilliance and genius…

[@AnnNunnally]

I wish Sammy Davis had been in more musicals.

[@somewhereeeelolz9983]

The combination of the genius ofBob Fossee's choreography and the overwhelming talent of Sammy Davis Jnr makes this sceneva masterpiece.

[@terryhastings2465]

Not only was Sammy Davis Jr. a great singer and actor, he tap danced, played the trombone, vibraphone and drums! The man had talent beyond talent!

[@kazkazzie3906]

His talent was just oozing out of him. He was a phenomenal talent. A triple threat 😊

[@paulamiles9559]

He was the best!

[@susaneweinberg4411]

An incredibly talented man

[@mlbrooks4066]

He was also fast and knew a ton of tricks with a western six gun.

[@MacJaxonManOfAction]

IMO, honestly the best all-round entertainer of all time. I'll die on that hill.

[@Fatelink]

One of the best musical sequences in film history. Thank you Sammy Davis Jr and Bob Fosse.

[@crazyman8472]

That “Rhythm of Life” car is freaking awesome. 😎

[@ajack1312]

Reminds me of Ken Kesey's "Further" bus.

[@mikeymummy]

I am currently obsessed with all aspects of this number from choreography to costuming.

[@roberttreborable]

Not surprised it's totally brilliant...

[@bvfreaf]

Same.

[@armt8543]

Literally,, I recently got into the 70’s Jesus Christ superstar- omgggg the costumesssss so 70’s

[@jaimetorraco8487]

That's the Fosse for ya, baby!

[@erinmalone2669]

It’s hypnotic

[@johnhynds941]

I was 6 yrs old when this movie came out & this magnificent song with HRH Sammy Davis Jnr singing this iconic song, & the exquisite choreography of Bob Fosse & all the dancers & incredible creative people at Universal. Oz even used this song as a jingle for Lime Fresh Soap in the 1970s. I'm now 61 & I'm still overwhelmed by the ode to late 60s hippie culture& pentecostal gurus. Thank you, Dorothy Fields & Cy Coleman!

[@jacqueline1598]

This. Yep. 🎯

[@peterbaskind9872]

Gosh, Sammy was talented.

[@JohnChristopher-k7u]

Pure genius. Of all the members of The Rat Pack only Sammy could have pulled this off so completely. Sheer brilliance. Hit the floor and crawl to daddy!

[@YensidBuckingham]

This film did not deserve to flop.

[@christopherkeogh1975]

Much better films that flopped

[@lamueldagon7618]

Its amazing especially with Americas Racial issues at this point in time.

[@zahraismail840]

@@christopherkeogh1975 That doesn't change that this didn't deserve to flop...

[@jillgooner]

Certainly not! It was a real treasure. Yep Sock it too me!😊

[@theallseeingoracle]

I think it did because the ending is so depressing.

[@susanryan2802]

One of the best routines of any musical movie and surely deserved an Oscar. Sammy Davis Jr. is one of my favourites and surely one of the greatest entertainers of all time. It is appalling how he was treated by the prejudice of his fellow Americans.

[@erinmalone2669]

His hipness and 60sness along with the scatting is fabu.

[@tiffanyeyoung1800]

Unfortunately that's how it was back then. It's also why I loved how he and Dean Martin became friends

[@leec6707]

I still find it a bit odd that Bruce Forsyth and Sammy were good friends!

[@mlbrooks4066]

He might have been the most versatile performer ever.

[@stephenrobinson4736]

​@@leec6707it was actually Lionel Blair.

[@pointofnoreturn3103]

Holy Moly! We sang this song in a children's choir! "To feel the rhythm in your bedroom?!" So red right now!

[@supersmashbro596]

the choir version is like, super squeaky clean and has a much different feel to it. ...this version is so much cooler though.

[@pointofnoreturn3103]

@@supersmashbro596 I had no idea that so many people gave my comment a thumbs up... I am naturally a shy, easily embarrassed person! But, cool! I'm glad you like this version! ...I love this song, musically! IF I can actually get Reaper DAW to work with me, I want to record myself singing all SATB voice parts for Rhythm of Life in their original octaves, at a faster tempo, and dedicate the recording to my Angel of Music, Steve! He was the director of our children's choir. Way back when, we sang for the President, at the Lighting of the National Christmas Tree! ...It was nice to "meet" you. Take care.

[@betsyduane3461]

It's about a cult.

[@davids1920]

"To feel the rhythm in your bedroom? we sang "rhythm in the playground..." when we sang it at primary school in the early 70's in Australia

[@supersmashbro596]

@@davids1920 all instances of "daddy" were replaced with "neighbor"

[@sandybear61]

I've always heard of Sweet Charity, but I didn't know it was this cool. I sang this song in choir in the '70s. Had no idea it was from this. Love Sammy Davis, Jr.! Groovy!

[@katherinespencer866]

Is this Sandy Pickering???

[@latebloomerabroad]

There are so many fantastic musical dance numbers in this movie, you should watch it!

[@larry01902]

In elementary school, late 70s, we did a sanitized version of this in a chorus concert.

[@graypalj]

Hey Sandybear, Just imagine seeing this with my mom at a first run in a theater in 1969!?! It was a hoot, and we both enjoyed it all. I've never enjoyed a movie musical so much since!

[@boudiccam4417]

I love Fosse’s choreography. Did anyone else catch that Ben Vereen is one of “Daddy’s” three main acolytes at the beginning of this number?

[@josephstaab7636]

Get catch! Comedian Avery Schreiber is also in there.

[@JennA-uf6lo]

He’s in “Rich Man’s Frug” as well!

[@jocelynellis3009]

​@@josephstaab7636 I thought I saw him!

[@miriamjacobson1904]

Came here to post the same thing (and did). Yes, he's so good it's impossible not to look at him when he's in the frame.

[@boudiccam4417]

@@miriamjacobson1904I agree

[@ChuffingNorah]

I wonder how many people realise that the form of "The Rhythm of Life" is actually a Fugue of which the great J.S.Bach would be jolly proud to have written. Not many, I'll be bound!

[@theallseeingoracle]

Do you know which Fugue? I didn't know that. Which is fascinating.

[@fooman65]

There’s been nothing groovier since the day this was released.

[@stueypinnock8875]

Hmmm Deee lite Groove is in the heart

[@EAG46]

When they say "They don't make them like this anymore," This is what they mean. Fosse's choreography, Coleman & Fields' music, Edith Head's costumes, and Sammy Davis Jr's everything make this incredible number unique. How would you make this today? Who would you cast? I don't know. Can you make it today?

[@_kmCarter]

How has knowledge of this film eluded me until this moment?

[@JennyBoyd-q7d]

I have to say that I am completely obsessed with this clip from a comic-tragic film directed by Fossey. Maclaine would always remain a fascinating person to me; Sammy jr, one of the best crooners of his generation. He had a lot of talent ranging from famous impersonations, acting & singing but was greatly underused in the industry. He will be missed.

[@mollydooker9636]

I had never actually listened to the lyrics before. Its hilarious and an great comment on the worst of sixties guru culture. Just brilliant.

[@melissasmith949]

Can we not be amazed that you have Shirley McClaine, Ben Verne , and great Sammy Davis Jr in one movie together. The talent in this movie. Chita Rivera and Paula Kelly simply out of this world talent.

[@jlo2816]

Sometimes a melody or performance just hits you hard,,, this one has always been one of my favorites. Sweet Charity is filled with great tracks,,, but Sammy nailed it with this one. Such a wonderful baritone from such a small man,,, can't not love Sammy.

[@hugohackenbush3524]

There are not enough superlatives to describe just how good this is. Nuff said.

[@jwf2125]

I gain new respect for Mr. Davis with each new thing I see. What a dynamic performer.

[@sfperalta]

I've seen Sweet Charity at least a couple of times and I have zero memory of this number. Groovy!

[@speakerleora]

This is beyond awesome! Sammy, Fosse, Neil Simon, Cy Coleman & Dorothy Fields! Such a product of its time. Sammy is the BEST!😊

[@paulamiles9559]

With all the good songs from this show I remember this one the best

[@sherman4970]

Absolutely outstanding. Watched it a hundred times and will watch a hundred times more. This IS Sammy Davis !!!!!!!!

[@charlesbosselman-sw7gf]

One of the best performances ever of this fabulous production number. Sammy Davis Jr leads the way with his chorine of fabulous dancers and singers. Sweet Charity with Shirley Mac Lane

[@itzsoeasy1960]

They seem like they had so much fun doing this number. And Sammy Davis Jr. is fabulous.

[@emanuellawton7942]

This movie has not aged well but I still think that it is very underrated.

[@grace-ul9lf]

how hasn’t it aged well??

[@erlieranola2513]

It's a document of it's own generation.

[@wordsofcheresie936]

Wikipedia says that it was poorly received when it came out, but over the years has been reassessed and is now viewed much more positively.

[@maralisil]

Sammy is so perfect here! If you look into the crowd of hippies, it's a veritable who's who of talent! Such a great number! 😊

[@ginobee3585]

The only person I think who could have pulled this off besides Sammy - Was Prince.

[@surgedeb]

🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🙄🤡

[@mlbrooks4066]

Nah. There was only one Sammy Davis Jr. and this was written for him. Maybe Ben Vereen (who is the black guy behind Davis), but not Prince.

[@groovygirl23]

Just realized the brilliant dancer first seen behind Sammy at the top is Ben Vereen!

[@mlbrooks4066]

Am I right, tho? Are they the only two non-white people in this mob?

[@Jds_7]

The choregraphy and the costuming is straight up legendary :0

[@charlesbosselman-sw7gf]

One of the best performances ever from Sweet Charity and Sammy Davis Jr

[@christopherrussell2611]

Sammy was the Ultimate in Entertainment. This track from Sweet Charity is one of many that proves it. He practiced religiously for perfection- he was DADDY. Loved him all my life. 60 years. Let’s recognise & praise this man who reached the top during a time when black men were treated as second class citizens. He proved he was nothing less than PERFECTION. Love you Sammy, JaneR

[@hudsony777]

This is a perfect musical and this is a perfect number from that perfect musical. Fosse had it all.

[@roberttreborable]

I Just love this song and the whole performance, it stands the test of time.

[@christyrawlings8631]

❤❤love this movie! Love Sammy Davis Jr, Shirley McClaine, Chita Rivera, Ben Vereen, and of course Bob Fosse❤❤

[@auntvesuvi3872]

We sang this in my Junior High choir class (with a few modifications to the lyrics)! 🥁

[@MrMerrick671]

I remember seeing a version of this in a Guinness advert and it was absolutely bonkers in the most sensational way

[@seanh2198]

I love it every time I see it! Masterpiece! What a wonderful treat! RIP Sammy!

[@patrickmaughan]

Sammy Davis Jr. had superhuman energy and talent. Frank Sinatra and Sammy were best friends.

[@nor0845]

Sammy was the consummate song and dance man, and all round entertainer.

[@JokesandJudgement]

I feel like the people who film Jungle's videos found their inspiration from this era.

[@lamueldagon7618]

This is absolutely fantastic, I can't believe I never knew about this musical. Its so much fun and really brightens my day!

[@alexdelaloire8739]

Me going back here to compare Schmigadoon "talk to daddy" to this XD

[@kathynay5498]

Same

[@kathynay5498]

Now off to find Rich Man’s Frug

[@CTScenic]

Schmicago season was so amazing and amusing.

[@danielthompson3168]

This is such a great number!

[@chrisrussell735]

You can only get perfection when it comes from a Sammy Davis jr., performance - a true Masterclass. Still Love it -JaneR

[@dancingdan1994]

This is how i was introduced to him and i am happy for it

[@plien2184]

We sing this song with our choir. Was very surprised to see that this video only came out 5 days ago. Thank you 😀👌❤️

[@supersmashbro596]

what you likely sang was the super squeaky clean version. this, is the original version. has a much different feel to it dont it?

[@betsyduane3461]

It's about a cult.

[@jordanwatkins482]

I hope you discovered that this didn't come out last year..

[@beepuke8679]

god i wish i could take a really good look at each and everyone of these costumes an makeup!!

[@lisachick93]

Never heard of this until watching Schmicago! I got every reference but this one, thought it was Godspell/Hair but this is it! Talk to daddy 😂

[@CTScenic]

I didnt know this one either and now Im obsessed with it. Brilliant composition performance and cinema.

[@nocturnalmusiclover1530]

Love this era for film, cinematography, music, fashion ❤❤❤❤ Look at Sammy owning it! 🎉🎵🎼✨🪩

[@jillgooner]

@nocturnalmusiclover1530 the man was a genius and when he dances looks like a butterfly. He could play just about any instrument as well as dance impersonate and sing any style of music.

[@Otherworldsmeditation]

What a great number and what a great movie. Pity we can't get this kind of art any more. RIP Sammy Davis Jnr - legend.

[@patriciatownend331]

Love this! Such a talented performer! Could turn his hand to anything musically. So sadly missed.

[@jaybain4337]

Look for an homage to this number in the new Season 2 of Schmigadoon aka Schmicago!

[@alexdelaloire8739]

They really did good, even the choreography is on point

[@Acujeremy]

@@alexdelaloire8739 Talk to daddy, talk talk to daddy.

[@alexdelaloire8739]

@@Acujeremy He will rock you when you were sad...😅

[@Acujeremy]

@@alexdelaloire8739 Saddy

[@alexdelaloire8739]

@@Acujeremy It's sad directly followed by "he" which makes it sound like saddy

[@miriamjacobson1904]

Sammy is incredible--100% would hit the floor and crawl to him. BUT...Ben Vereen is right behind and nearly upstages him! You can see why Fosse would work with him again.

[@Del-Lebo]

Awe inspiring music, choreography, cinematography, costuming and just Goodness all wrapped into one big message to the world!!!! Regardless of "faith or religion" Goodness...peace...love for all human kind who also want that freedom, love and peace. Why can't humans just be Freaking NICE!?!?!?! It's not that hard!!!!!

[@christopherrussell2611]

The best performer/performance ever! Sammy - a real, true professional entertainer par excellence. JaneR

[@Madmen604]

Sammy was a genius.

[@jillgooner]

Same here when fed up i watch it. He was incredible snd the choreography was something else. A real pleaser

[@whirledly]

Im appreciating this piece as a depiction of cult leadership and membership, and recruitment. The lyric is obvious, but the choreography tells an amazing story of it too. Really smart and pointed.

[@ellynmacgregor8210]

SD Jr. was without question the one and only member of the so-called "Rat Pack" that could possibly have carried this number off. Any of the others--Frank, Dean, any of them--would have looked completely ridiculous...awkward and pandering. But Sammy managed it with gusto. What a fantastic amount of talent was packed into that small, slim body!

[@samuelbarber6177]

“Gonna tell my kids this was the Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Is what I would say if wasn’t telling them it was Cabaret. Instead I’m saying this was Cabaret.

[@kathleenschuman6131]

The word icon is so overused it has become meaningless but Fosse was truly one of the true icons of entertainment. Brilliant is the word all right

[@Amandathreemillion]

Just enjoying the awesome talent of Sammy Davis Jnr

[@maryannadkins2705]

I love the soundtrack, and when I imagined the choreography, I was pleasantly surprised. Still, the musical/movie is so unbearably sad. Thanks for posting!

[@ianbannister8404]

The musical genius of Sammy Davi’s 😅 pure bliss

[@danielhughes441]

SO ICONIC! Sammy’s rendition of that song soars above all other’s

[@sherryhardeo6370]

Go, go go!!!! flip your wings and fly up high!

[@davidbyster9249]

I'd forgotten just how well done, this is

[@juliebullen5291]

absolutely brilliant should re release it

[@chrystaldlabal4935]

Costumes are also awesome

[@rebmacdragonMac-x2h]

When I'm in a mood i watch this to get the rhythm back

[@fo-ef8qo]

I feel like this is the most underrated musical number

[@williamjones7163]

Brings a whole new meaning to the term and song Candyman.

[@fantasticmrssalem]

I’m singing this with my choir !!

[@theadoresmith2777]

just amazing

[@taichi29]

This is one of my favorite scene in the movie.

[@Metamorphosis2024]

Absolutely brilliant ❤️

[@bryan7938]

Fabulous

[@wendelynanderson9517]

Somewhere in all these dance numbers is a young performer named Ben Vereen. In another few years he’d win a Tony for his performance in “Pippin.”❤

[@juliajones1425]

Sock it to me! Love this number so much ❤

[@amethyst7084]

Great vocals (so good for radio play), but you have to see the visuals too 🎼👏🏾⭐❤

[@northernbohemianrealist]

Talk to Daddy! Talk talk to Daddy!

[@cynthiadavis471]

Sammy Davis is so very talented and versatile triple threat and then some👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@allisondennis1101]

Love this sing it all the time ❤

[@erinmalone2669]

Ben Vereen looks like Questlove in this video. Maybe that’s what so hypnotic it seems old but current

[@Diana-zn2sl]

Сколько же труда во всё это вложено!

[@ClaudiaTorres-u8i]

2:43 tambourine left the building

[@chrystaldlabal4935]

Fosse and Sammy Davis...super amazing

[@justajumpingypsygirl]

We're singing this in my college choir.

[@Pogueconductor]

Many years ago I sang this in like a 4th grade city choir. At the time I had no idea, but wow how inappropriate lol

[@lesliecruguet4136]

Oh I soooo want that car! Groovy!!!

[@angrynoodletwentyfive6463]

We sang this song in chorus in junior high I.... Understand why they rewrote all the references to "daddy"

[@Nitedawg1]

This is mesmerizing.