Frank Sinatra was born 100 years ago today and changed music forever

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Biography : Frank Sinatra - Mini Biography
Biography : Frank Sinatra - Mini Biography


On this day in 1915, Hoboken, New Jersey native, Frank Sinatra was born.

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Frank Sinatra was the voice of a generation, hands down. Today would have marked the musician's 100th birthday and it's tough to try and surmise "Ol' Blue Eyes" in one simple article. The American jazz and pop singer was more than just a musician, he was an all around Hollywood heavyweight.

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Not only was Sinatra a musician, but he was also an actor, (where he won an Academy Award) director, songwriter and producer, who just so happen to have the greatest voice of all time. Just last week, in honor of Sinatra's birthday, CBS threw him a birthday titled "Sinatra 100: An All-Star Grammy Concert" in which stars like Carrie Underwood and Lady Gaga sang songs by the legend.

As they say, one of the most sincere forms flattery is imitation. We've decided to find some of the best Frank Sinatra covers, in honor of the singer's 100th birthday. Check out our top five favorite Frank Sinatra songs of all time.

5.) Luck Be a Lady
Originally from "Guys and Dolls," Sinatra singing "Luck Be a Lady tonight," will show you why he is the greatest.



4.) Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Christmas song yes, but that doesn't even matter because Frank Sinatra captures the holiday perfectly, and needless to say, it's a classic.



3.) Let it Snow
Another holiday song, but it doesn't matter because as soon as Sinatra starts singing, you "let it snow, let it snow, let it snow."



2.) My Way
Many would dub this Sinatra's best, and rightfully so. The song allows for a full blown taste of the pure genius behind Sinatra's vocals.



1.) New York, New York
This is a classic in every stretch of the imagination. If there were ever a National Anthem for New York City, this would be it.



There you have it! Again, by no means is this a definitive list, but just some of the songs that helped shaped the music industry for years to come.

Want more Sinatra? Check out the gallery below!


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