Jo Stafford 'You Belong to Me' Tribute

[Wolfsky9]

Singing as good as it will ever get, GBY 4-Ever, Miss Jo. Wolfsky9

[Wolfsky9]

I was 6 y/o, Fall of '52, & I remember hearing Jo sing this on the radio --Station 1280, KTLN, In Denver, like it was yesterday. Guess it made an impression. Wolfsky9, 65 y/o in 12 days.

[Wolfsky9]

To this day, this masterpiece reminds me of the late 40's, & early 50's, with the very best voices in all of American Pop music, Lady Ella & Miss Jo, & Mr Nat Cole. I was 6 y/o, in the Fall of '52, & this song brings back those times better than any other--Jo & Paul, We Love you 4-Ever, RIP. Wolfsky9

[Wolfsky9]

Without question, the incredible success of Jo's version of this wondeful song so clearly illistrates just how crucial arrangement & orchestration is. Paul Weston made this song to fit Jo'[s voice perfectly, adding his own Big Band arrangement--the rest is music history. To Paul & Jo --we miss you, but know, your music is forever. Wolfsky9

[Wolfsky9]

Dad & Mom, this one's for you with love. Your #1 Son, Mike. Wolfsky9

[GlenndersonMr]

What a voice......I have a 78 of her singing "Shrimp Boats" that was my father's..Love it.

[tychaton08]

Superbe!

[255kittykatty]

just found out this was number 1 in the charts when i was born!!!! i love it !!

[predlycon]

this is the best of all the renditions, by far. stafford's really got a one-of-a-kind voice, and the instrumental arrangement is sublime. i'm curious how sue thompson's original sounds like though. i'd like to compare. anyone would be kind enough to post it?

[Coucoutchicou]

Wow, wow and wow! What a voice, what technique and controlled feeling...! Yes, I read too that she had the perfect pitch - altho' she herself used to play it down. Thanks for posting this song.

[beverleye]

no one can match her ---great lady .great voice , just terrific ---Thanks for posting

[meemfor2]

oh my gosh! perfection! Thank so much

[TheBpoolbry]

fantastic , my dads fave record

[Lazarskaeka]

Great voice and song ! Thank you.

[PublicRadioWorldWide]

The original recording of ''You Belong To Me'' by Jo Stafford held the no. 1 position on the charts for five consecutive weeks beginning the second week of September 1952.

[jb92034]

Thank you thankyou --Excellent --!!!!!!

[avymeow]

Classic voice

[fastonthedraw]

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaamazing...!!!!

[latykai]

music was richer and elegant then.

[kywillow2002]

Just rediscovering her works...turns out she was 2nd cousin to my husband. They have a photo together when she came back to her grandparents roots and visited her relatives in TN in late 60's (early 70's). Her grandfather was regarded as one of the best 5-string banjoists of his era. I'm trying to listen as much as possible to her music...wish I had appreciated her much sooner. (Better late than never having heard that lovely voice).

[machine1313]

didnt paul weston also produce doris day for columbia records?

jo stafford"swingin down broadway" is one of the all time great recordings..got it on vinyl..never saw it on cd.

[Wolfsky9]

Paul Weston was not yet married to Jo, when he created this incredible arrangement for her. He was courting her, & he certainly made an impression, when they came together, Columbia studios, summer, 1952, to create this all-time classic. Jo, you were the epitome of musical class, & we will love you forever. Wolfsky9

[GaryEngeranoTeh]

beautiful..thanks for uploading...!

[063637981]

Forgot to mention that Paul Weston who was the orchestra leader on this was also her husband.

[063637981]

Jo Stafford was perfection and perfect breath control.  Love listening to her.

[gerdenshed]

She certainly knocks spots off most of todays singers ;-)

Mark....

[063637981]

You have that right. She has perfect pitch, also. I miss hearing this type of vocalist. You don't have to scream to get your point across. A little of that goes a long way!! Doris Day and Sarah Vaughan were other terrific singer and favorites of mine.

[JesusdeCanarias]

It's a pitty...I have been searching a Jo's video singing this song...but it seems it is not available.... so sad don't see her playing this song....

[063637981]

You can find this recording in the library. I have the CD on this.

[Wolfsky9]

As My Dad used to say, " Now that's class." I think that says it all. Wolfsky9

[thurberdrawing]

A songbird, she!

[tomgirl571]

LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE Jo Stafford <3 I grew up listening to her with my grandparents, and she is still my favorite female vocalist!

[gerdenshed]

Thank you Kelly ;-)

Mark...

[Wolfsky9]

I once read, Jo never thought of herself as an " entertainer", she was simply, a singer--indeed, THE singer's singer. My Mom would tell me that just listening to Jo was a close to vocal perfection as we may ever know; yet, she avoided the limelight, perferring, to " just sing". What a talent, &, what a gift her music is . Wolfsky9

[gerdenshed]

Thank you for your great comment my friend ;-)

Mark...

[Ivoryticklermama]

Mark,

I have decided: You are 'ONE SEXY DEVIL." lol

~~ I have watched alot of your videos with your singing, writing, guitar playing.

Such MULTI--TALENT and now...posting songs like this?

What else can I say? 5 stars****

Elva Joan in rural Louisiana US

[gerdenshed]

You saucy little devil lol... I'm glad you like my videos Joan, I enjoy making them ;-)

Mark....

[Wolfsky9]

A Masterpiece; this is what singing is all about. Jo's flawless delivery, smooth as silk voice, and Paul Weston's perfect arrangement made for music like we used to hear: romantic, easy to listen to, and just plain, Beautiful. This is the 1st song I ever learned to sing, it's my Parent's all-time #1 favorite, and just an timeless classic. Jo, you were simply, the best of your era; you had class, you were beautiful to watch, and we thank-you for all the music you gave us. Wolfsky9

[allendale1962]

This is my favorite Jo Stafford song! She was something else!

[gerdenshed]

She sure was ;-)

Mark...

[giselediaz]

Beautiful blouse with dots and the clothes she has in the Comand for Korea picture at the radio

[gerdenshed]

She was elegant from her head to her toes ;-)

Mark....

[erinmatt]

I love everything she sings. Her breath control alone causes me to gasp sometimes. Her artistry is the kind that is often under-rated - not flashy but sincere & deep - but I think her legacy is secure. Just a fabulous talent. There is a wonderful article about her from the

1990s in The New Yorker. Look it up: "Stafford, who may be the least well-known of the great pop singers of the middle part of the century".

[gerdenshed]

She has such a relaxed and easy style, perfect ;-)

Mark...

[tabfiend]

This woman was an icon and her voice was like honey strained through velvet. She was a talent from a time when the world was simpler and not as corrupted as it is now. I get goosebumps when I hear her sing "No other Love". Thanks for taking the time to post this......

[gerdenshed]

Glad you liked it my friend ;-)

Mark..

[cheyenne86]

Such a beautiful song.. thanks for letting me hear it.

[gerdenshed]

Thank you for watching ;-)

Mark...

[Stellasgarden]

enjoyed this very much...have always loved this tune... she had a voice that would knock your socks off...

[gerdenshed]

Thank you, I'm so glad you liked it :-)

Mark...

[allshookup77]

Truly a wonderful song and Jo's rendition is absolutely beautiful! Loved the song and your video tribute was excellent Mark! Nice work, I enjoyed it very much... FrAnK (★★★★★)

[gerdenshed]

Thank you Frank :-)

Mark...

[nllleonard]

So pretty...

[gerdenshed]

Thank you Nancy :-)

Mark....

[BillDFC]

Did she also have a hit with Lay down your arms?

[gerdenshed]

I'll look into that my friend :-)

Mark...

[marcie99]

how beautiful!and although valentines day has come and gone and i just finalygot here.. its a beautiful valentine vid/sonng... and boy was she a beautyyyyyyy tooo! i hope u had a great day!

[gerdenshed]

Thank you Kathy, it is a classic song :-)

Mark...

[nllleonard]

It's a gorgeous song, isn't it?! SIgh... Sounds really lovely this morning. Thanks so much for sending this one, Mark. Much enjoyed...

~NAncy

[gerdenshed]

It sure is NAncy, I'm glad you enjoyed it :-)

Mark...

[Cameragirl803]

Oh yea, Jo Stafford was smooth alright! Great job with this video:) *****

[gerdenshed]

Thank you my friend :-)

Mark...

[volleyballjones]

Hey Mark,

I probably shouldn't admit this, but I didn't know who Jo Stafford was. Thanks for letting me hear her, and read her bio.

Steve

[gerdenshed]

Thank you for watching Steve, glad you liked it my friend :-)

Mark...

[baldyholly79]

I absolutely love this era of music and this particular song is one of the sweetest ballads EVER written. I once went and got regressed because when i hear this kind of music it seems to awaken really sentimental feelings, as though id been here before, but i wasnt hypnotised and the regression was a waste of time. Anyway, sounds crazy but its true, great post mate lol

[BillDFC]

The best singers and songs were in the 50's.

[gerdenshed]

Cheers :-)

Mark...

[BillDFC]

Mark, did she also have a hit with "Lay down your arms?"

[gerdenshed]

It may have been by Anne Shelton..

Mark...

[gerdenshed]

I went to be regressed once... I woke up with my pants on backwards in a layby loll... Only kidding, my pants weren't on backwards lol..

It is a delightful song and so evocative of the period. How can you not love it?

I'm glad you liked it Jamie :-)

Mark...

[OldTimeVoice]

I like jo stafford i have quite a few of her CD's the one's i like is her dueting with Gordon Mcrae. One is all Heavenly songs

(Wispering hope)( The end of a perfect day)..etc....Thanks Mark it was nice to hear her lovely voice again.......Colin.

[gerdenshed]

Thank you Colin, glad you enjoyed it my friend :-)

Mark...

[monello198]

Great post Mark..

Good choice

;-}

[gerdenshed]

Thank you Mikee :-)

Mark...

[snicky58]

Mark, I'm so glad I sent you this song -- just look at what you have done with it. Just beautiful! 5 *s. Happy Valentine's Day. Will send you a proper email soon -- my daughter and stepdaughter have taken possession of the computer this weekend!

Karen

[gerdenshed]

Thank you Karen, I'm glad you like what I did with it my friend :-)

Mark..

[downhill240]

I remember hearing this when I was about 8-9 years old. Even at that age I was impressed with this number.

[gerdenshed]

Glad you enjoyed it my friend :-)

Mark...

[pili2255]

A lot of charm! 5*****

Gaby.

[gerdenshed]

Thank you Gaby, it is a charming song isn't it :-)

Mark...

[KarenEng]

Wow, she has such a beautiful voice! Great video Mark! ;)

[gerdenshed]

Thank you Karen, care to dance? lol...

Mark...

[blinddrunkal]

Great stuff, Mark! Doesn't Kate Rusby do a good version of this as well? Happy Sunday - all the best :-) Alan

[gerdenshed]

I'll have to check that out Alan, you may well be right my friend :-)

Mark...

[mnnorthcountrygirl1]

Beautifully done video, my friend!

[gerdenshed]

Thank you Sharron :-)

Mark...

[classican]

Great video again Mark!!!!

[gerdenshed]

Thank you Pete :-)

Mark...