Nat “King” Cole

Songwriter: James V. Monaco Johnny Burke

Producer: Lee Gillette

Do I want to be with you as the years come and go?
Only forever if you care to know
Would I grant all your wishes and be proud of the task?
Only forever if someone should ask
How long would it take me to be near if you beckon?
Off hand I would figure less than a second
Do you think I'll remember how you looked when you smile?
Only forever that's putting it mild
How long would it take me to be near if you beckon?
Off hand I would figure less than a second
Do you think I'll remember how you looked when you smile?
Only forever that's putting it mild

Nathaniel Adams Coles (17 March 1919 – 15 February 1965) was born in Montgomery, Alabama and used the stage name Nat “King” Cole throughout his career as a jazz pianist and later as a singer.

Cole’s first mainstream hit was “Straighten Up and Fly Right” in 1943. Bo Diddley, who performed similar folk-based material said that song was a big influence on him.

In the late 40s, Cole began recording more pop-oriented material. His stature as a pop singer was cemented by hits like “Route 66”, “Mona Lisa” and “Unforgettable”. In the 50s, virtually every home had a copy of his Christmas album.

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