September Song
Brook Benton · Other Songs - Brook Benton
from May 'till December
And the days grow short
When you reach September.
When the Autumn weather
turns the leaves to flame
One hasn't got time
For the waiting game.
For the days dwindle down
To a precious few
September, November
And these few precious days
I'll spend with you.
These precious days
I'll spend with you.
When you meet with the young men
Early in Spring,
They court you in song and rhyme.
They woo you with songs and a clover ring,
But if you examine the goods they bring,
They have little to offer but the songs they sing
And a plentiful waste of time of day
And a plentiful waste of time
But it's a long, long while
from May 'till December
(pause for instrumental phrase)
(pause for instrumental phrase)
When the Autumn weather
Turns the leaves to flame
(pause for instrumental phrase)
(pause for instrumental phrase)
For the days dwindle down
To a precious few;
September, November
And these few precious days
I'll spend with you.
These precious days
I'll spend with you!
September Song - Brook Benton
Brook Benton's 1960 recording of "September Song" stands as a definitive example of his mastery of the romantic ballad. While the song is famously associated with the Beatles, Benton's version reimagines the melody with a lush, orchestral arrangement that highlights his distinctive, soulful vocal timbre. The track exemplifies the smooth, crooning style that characterized his career, blending classical influences with R&B sensibilities to create an intimate and timeless performance. Released during the height of his popularity, the recording remains a staple of his discography, showcasing his ability to evoke deep emotion through subtle phrasing and dynamic control without relying on the original song's specific lyrical narrative.