Matt Monro - 'Softly as I Leave You' (with lyrics)

Matt Monro sings 'Softly as I Leave You' (with lyrics)

Matt Monro was one of Britain’s most iconic singers.
He recorded the very first James Bond Theme song –‘From Russia With Love’ – represented Britain in the Eurovision Song contest in 1964 with ‘I Love the Little Things’ (in Copenhagen) – finishing second - and had many international hits which included ‘Born Free’, ‘Walk Away’, and ‘Portrait of My Love’.
Matt died on 7 February 1985 aged 54 and only 5 days after receiving a telegram from Frank Sinatra which said:
“Sorry to hear that you've taken ill and hope you'll soon be on the mend and up and about. I send you love and prayers.
Your fellow boy singer,
Frank Sinatra"

Frank Sinatra said of Matt:
"His pitch was right on the nose: his word enunciation letter perfect: his understanding of a song thorough.
“He will be missed very much, not only by myself, but by his fans all over the world."


Read Matt Monro’s Biography:

The Singer’s Singer
The Life and Music of Matt Monro

This is a wonderful Biography written by his daughter Michele Monro and a highly recommended read for all Matt Monro fans.

‘There’s never going to be a better Monro Biography’ - MOJO