MP3 of the Day

On this day in 1962, Marilyn Monroe sang a sultry rendition of the traditional "Happy Birthday" with "Mr. President" inserted at a celebration for then-President of the United States, John F. Kennedy. Afterwards, President Kennedy came on stage and joked about the song, saying, "I can now retire from politics after having had Happy Birthday sung to me in such a sweet, wholesome way," alluding to Monroe's delivery, her racy dress, and her general image as a sex symbol. The song and Monroe's performance have been remembered for numerous reasons. First, it was one of her last major public appearances (Monroe died August 5, 1962). In addition, there were persistent rumors that President Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe had had an affair, giving Monroe's performance another layer of meaning. I know I posted a song by NANA GRIZOL last week, but their debut album, Love it Love it is just so damn good I'm gonna post another one! Today we have Circles 'Round The Moon by NANA GRIZOL.