‘Greatest Gift America Has…’: Michael Bublé Talks About His Love For Jazz Music And Impersonating Favorite Artists

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As a devoted fan who has followed Michael Bublé‘s career for years, I can’t help but admire his unwavering passion for Jazz music. His journey, fueled by an appreciation for its musicianship and technical prowess, is truly inspiring. It’s fascinating to see how he found himself by emulating his idols and blending their styles with the American songbook or jazz.

Michael Bublé, who harbors an unwavering affection for Jazz music, found himself embarking on a singing career due to this passion. In a clip shared by PEOPLE from The Voice, the Canadian singer expressed his admiration for the genre and its influence on him. “To me,” said Bublé, “Jazz is America’s most precious contribution to the arts.

His passion for Jazz was ignited by its musical sophistication. He found himself immediately captivated by the skillful performances, intricate compositions, and the sheer greatness embedded in every piece he encountered. Moreover, the extraordinary talent displayed by Jazz musicians during that era served to deepen his fascination even further.

The artist behind the hit song “Sway” further elaborated on his influence within the genre, stating that his aim wasn’t to update it but rather to claim it as his own. He shared, “I simply wanted to make it uniquely mine, and in doing so, I discovered myself by emulating and imitating my musical heroes.

The popular singer of “Spicy Margarita” shared that he devoted a significant portion of his time to mimicking his preferred artists, namely the Beastie Boys, Michael Jackson, Dean Martin, and Bobby Darin. He explained that he combined elements he admired in their music with his own affection for American standards or jazz. Bublé expressed gratitude for the reception he received in doing so.

The musician pondered over his musical journey and expressed heartfelt appreciation for being chosen to preserve the Jazz tradition, a legacy initiated by swing legends many years ago. He also spoke about his companion and fellow Jazz enthusiast Lady Gaga, who teamed up with the late Tony Bennett on two collaborative albums. “It’s amusing,” he continued, “Lady Gaga and I are friends, and we both feel a sense of guardianship.

He’s happy that Bennett selected Lady Gaga, known for her song Poker Face, to continue the legacy, as she will connect with the newer generation of children. In his words, “We are fortunate enough to be among those who can pass it on to a new generation of kids and keep it thriving,” Bublé said.

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2024-10-07 21:22