Connie Francis proves why she is a legendary female vocalist in this clip from 'The Ed Sullivan Show' in 1962. Connie was featured on the show performing the song 'What Kind of Fool am I?'
The curtain opens, and Connie appears dressed in a beautiful evening gown and shaw. The big band behind her opens with a boisterous intro that grabs the audience's attention.
Connie slowly walks to her mark and portrays a character in her sad, forlorn facial expression. The song is a highly emotional piece that laments the choices made in relationships.
Connie's dramatic voice conveys the sadness in the verses of the song. The big band pulls back to a simple arrangement that doesn't overpower the singing. The song now has an intimate feel to it.
As the song progresses to the second chorus, the band builds again. Connie's voice soars, and her delivery is captivating. She performs the music as if she is an actress in a musical theater production.
Early in her career, she was known for the classic song 'Who's Sorry Now?' Ironically, Connie didn't want to record the song, but she did it after her father insisted. The song became a big hit for her after it appeared in 1958 on 'Dick Clark's American Bandstand.'
Relive the fantastic vocals of a classic era in music sung by a legend among female vocalists. Connie Francis delivered an emotional and timeless performance for Ed Sullivan's audience.
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