stackyFACTSIt is deeply ironic that the ultimate anthem of unapologetic self-confidence was absolutely despised by the man forced to sing it. Sinatra thought the lyrics were incredibly self-indulgent and whiny, yet he was cursed to perform it at thousands of concerts because his adoring fans refused to let him leave the stage without it.
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