Sammy Davis Jr. was a New York City musician, performer, and icon. Born in Harlem in 1925, Sammy Davis Jr. worked with the likes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Liza Minnelli, and more throughout his lifetime. Here, we explore 11 of our favorite Sammy Davis Jr. songs.
https://youtu.be/rbLlCxK0pHY
I Gotta Be Me
https://youtu.be/5voM2HExV_Q
Mr. Bojangles
https://youtu.be/8T3hvTHazVM
I’m Not Anyone
Please Don’t Talk About Me When I’m Gone
The Candy Man
Birth Of The Blues
I’m A Brass Band
What I’ve Got In Mind
https://youtu.be/4WrzOGN35ys
Lonely Is The Name
She Believes In Me
Too Darn Hot
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Taylor is currently a Director of Culture for The Culture Trip's New York City Hub. When she's not busy working, you can find her reading in her Brooklyn apartment or hanging out with her pet fish. Be sure to follow The Culture Trip on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!
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