My inspiration for this post came from my dear, longtime blogging friend, Debbie @ Musings by an ND Domer's Mom, who is not only a gifted...
If you ever visited my house on either a Saturday or Sunday when I was a kid growing up in the suburbs of Philadelphia, you'd be sure to hear the voice of Nat King Cole playing on our stereo console because both my mother and father were huge fans. They adored him. In fact, I bet they owned every single album Nat King Cole ever recorded.
And could you blame them?
I mean, the man had a voice that could melt cold steel. Nat King Cole had a certain quality that was so unique. His voice was like silk -- smooth, warm, and mellow. Yet at the same time, it had the power to reach deep into your soul and transform you. Even to this day, whenever I hear his voice, I am deeply touched.
To me, his voice was heavenly.
And as a man, he had a wonderful demeanor about him. He was such a gentleman, and the epitome of class.
Nat King Cole passed away in 1965, at the age of 45. And I can still remember how sad my parents were when they found out; especially my father. After his death, Nat King Cole albums became even more precious at home because playing them was a reminder of just how special he was.
And still is.
I always feel a bit sentimental whenever I listen to Nat King Cole because he immediately reminds me of my parents, who are no longer here. Hearing his voice is bittersweet for me. However, the sweetness outweighs any sadness I feel.
Here are a few vintage Nat King Cole album jackets...
Here is Nat King Cole singing with his daughter, Natalie, when she was a little girl...
And here she is as an adult, pictured next to her father...
Natalie Cole went on to become a very talented singer in her own right, recording albums and winning many Grammy Awards...
In 1991, Natalie Cole came out with her own album, Unforgettable..With Love, which was a collection of songs her father recorded. I clearly remember hearing that CD for the first time and instantly falling in love. Needless to say I bought it, and believer or not, still own...
Back in the 1992, Natalie Cole did something remarkable. She virtually sang a duet with her father during her live concerts. And I can still recall seeing that duet on television for the first time and crying my eyes out because it was incredibly touching to watch them sing together; their voices so beautifully blended...
Sadly, in 2015, at the age of 65, Natalie Cole passed away. Recently while listening to music on my cell phone, I stumbled upon that duet. And hearing this song again made it even more meaningful for me because I was reminded that Nat and Natalie are once again singing together.
And still...unforgettable.
Watch. Listen. And feel...
Have an awesome weekend everyone!
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