Reblogging a post from 2015 about a very old song that I love so much. Apologies to those who have seen it previously.
I was thinking about this song today, and it is in my head.
Pennies From Heaven
This song originated as the feature track from the 1936 film of the same name. Originally sung by Bing Crosby in that film, it was later recorded by almost every famous singer since. The list of those who covered the song is too long to write here, but it includes Frank Sinatra, Billie Holiday, and Sarah Vaughan. For me, this is best heard sung by a ‘crooner’, and the sadness underlying the central message of hope comes over well if it is recorded in a somewhat plaintive tone.
In 1978, the BBC produced a landmark television series of the same title, written by Dennis Potter, and starring Bob Hoskins, Cheryl Campbell, and Gemma Craven. The song featured heavily of course, and the version used was by Arthur Tracy. This was also made into a -best forgotten- Hollywood film adapted by and starring Steve Martin. The TV series…
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Wow! Another song new to me. But sung by Bing Crosby it must be fantastic. Love the older songs much more as the newer one. They somehow having more “soul” in it. Thank you for sharing, Pete!
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Thanks, Michael. This is a classic song that seems to have been forgotten now.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Thank you for sharing, Pete! Best wishes, Michael
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I knew this song and went in search of the rendition I knew. Turns out it was Frank Sinatra’s version. Thanks for sending me on the hunt.
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This was the original popular recorded version, by Arthur Tracy. Though Bing made it popular in that film before Arthur recorded it.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I love this song. And the series as well. I can’t recall if I’ve ever watched the original film, though. Must try and get hold of it. Thanks, Pete, and keep safe.
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Don’t watch the American film. Watch the BBC drama series with Bob Hoskins instead. The film is dire!
Best wishes, Pete.
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Did you watch the Dennis Potter TV series of the same name, Pete? I loved its surreal quality, and all the old songs which the cast obviously mimed to worked very well. First class television. Cheers, Jon.
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Yes, it was brilliant, and had a great cast. I watched every Potter play or series ever shown on TV.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Oh my, not really so familiar with it.
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It is a very old song, Arlene.
Best wishes, Pete.
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My Mom adored Bing…..she would watch old movies every Sunday….chuq
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He often sang this song, I remember.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I enjoy all versions I have heard to date. Warmest regards, Theo
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Thanks, Theo. A classic song endures. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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Calling “Pennies From Heaven” a significant song makes a lot of cents.
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Nicely done, David.
Best wishes, Pete.
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don’t remember the song but the it really takes you back to long time ago! 🙂 🙂
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It was a very long time ago, Wilma. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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I’ve pressed the like button, it’s the best I can do. 🤣🤣
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That’s fine. We can’t all like the same stuff. 🙂
Best wishes, Pete.
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I honestly can’t recall hearing this song before Pete though I must have. I do like the words. Thanks for sharing.
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It is a very old song, Susanne. You are far too young to remember it.
Best wishes, Pete.
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One of the best
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Thanks, Don. Glad to hear that.
Best wishes, Pete.
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Wonderful classic.
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I can’t get enough of this stuff, Kim.
Best wishes, Pete.
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My favourite version of this song is the recording Al Bowlly made with pianist Monia Liter. Have a listen here: http://www.albowlly.club/78s/pennies-from-heaven.html
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You now I love Al’s voice, and I have this version on a CD somewhere. But on this occasion, I actually prefer Arthur’s version, which has a unique poignancy.
Best wishes, Pete.
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