What Are You Doing The Rest Of Your Life
Art Farmer · Other Songs - Art Farmer
In fields of dawn and forests of the night
And when you stand before the candles on a cake
Oh, let me be the one to hear the silent wish you make
What are you doing the rest of your life?
North and South and East and West of your life
I have only one request of your life
That you spend it all with me
All the seasons and the times of your days
All the nickels and the dimes of your days
Let the reasons and the rhymes of your days
All begin and end with me
I want to see your face in every kind of light
In the fields of dawn and the forests of the night
And when you stand before the candles on a cake
Oh, let me be the one to hear the silent wish you make
Those tomorrows waiting deep in your eyes
In the world of love that you keep in your eyes
I'll awaken what's asleep in your eyes
It may take a kiss or two
Through all of my life
Summer, Winter, Spring, and Fall of my life
All I ever will recall of my life
Is all of my life with you
What Are You Doing The Rest Of Your Life
Art Farmer's rendition of 'What Are You Doing The Rest Of Your Life' stands as a testament to his refined approach to the Great American Songbook. Known for his warm, lyrical trumpet tone, Farmer often favored intimate ballads that allowed his melodic sensibilities to shine without overwhelming the listener. This recording captures his signature elegance, blending a gentle swing feel with a deeply personal emotional delivery. As a key figure in the hard bop and post-bop movements, Farmer frequently explored standards that highlighted his sophisticated phrasing and subtle dynamic control. His interpretation of this classic composition reflects a broader commitment to clarity and warmth, making it a cherished song in his extensive discography of vocal and instrumental jazz recordings.