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Video: Bette Midler – Ten Cents A Dance – The Mike Douglas Show – 1971
By Mister D
March 24. 2024
Bette Midler’s “Ten Cents A Dance” performance is a classic rendition of the song she performed on “The Mike Douglas Show” in 1971. Her performance is remembered for its emotional depth and Midler’s ability to convey the song’s themes of love and loss. The music, initially popularized by Ruth Etting in the 1930s, tells the story of a taxi dancer and has been covered by many artists over the years. Midler’s version stands out for her vocal prowess and her unique interpretation that brings the character in the song to life
