A Certain Smile – Johnny Mathis
“A Certain Smile” is a popular song. It was written for the 1958 film of the same name, based on the novel, also titled A Certain Smile, by Françoise Sagan. The song was nominated for the 1958 Academy Award for Best Original Song. The music was written by Sammy Fain with lyrics by Paul Francis Webster. The song has been covered by artists such as Johnny Mathis, who appeared in the 1958 film as a bar singer performing the title song. Mathis’s recording, with backing orchestration by Ray Ellis and released in June 1958 (4-41193), reached number 4 on the UK Singles Chart and number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100.[1] Astrud Gilberto recorded it for her 1966 album, A Certain Smile, a Certain Sadness. What did you think? Please tell us in the comment section below and remember to sign up for our free newsletter.
July 12, 2022 @ 10:47 am
Yes ! In 1958 it was my High School days when I was the memorable “ sweet 16 “ and this song surely did take me down “ bitter ,sweet memory lane” .
August 4, 2021 @ 4:04 pm
My Older HS Sisters played his records over and over and Oldest Sister played Her saxophone to his song!
August 9, 2020 @ 6:45 pm
when I hear Johnny mathias it makes me think.of high school.
September 24, 2020 @ 4:35 pm
Me too I would play his albums over and over. Wow wha a wonderful voice. Yes High School memories for sure <3