Audio: Bette Midler – Knight In Black Leather (Disco Discharge Mix)

Ah, “My Knight in Black Leather”—a sultry and intriguing song by the incomparable Bette Midler! Let’s unravel its darkly romantic…

Sheryl Lee Ralph Gets Bette Midler To Sing In The Fabulous 4

These were the thoughts running through Bette Midler's mind, she says, when she realized a previously uncalled-for song and dance…

The Meaning Behind Bette Midler’s To Deserve You

Bette Midler's song "To Deserve You" is a poignant exploration of self-worth and the deep desire to be worthy of…

Video: Chapel Of Love/Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy – 1980

“Chapel of Love” is a classic pop song made famous by The Dixie Cups in 1964. It was written by…

Video: Bette Midler – Rainbow Sleeves – 1980

When Bette Midler sings about a "rainbow sleeve," she paints a picture of hope, creativity, or a pop of color…

Video: Bette Midler – 7th Heaven Mix – 2014

Bette Midler recorded the song "Be My Baby." She released a cover version of the song on her album "It's…

Video: Bette Midler – Fire Down Below – 1980

Bette Midler first performed the song in the movie The Rose with a bevy of female impersonators, but it did…

Video: Bette Midler – Up The Ladder To The Roof

"Up The Ladder To The Roof" is a classic song originally performed by The Supremes in 1970.

BetteBack Sept 2000: Bette Midler & Dan Hicks

In the early '70s, Dan Hicks and the Hot Licks served up what he called "folk swing," a bracingly idiosyncratic…

What Is The Meaning Behind Bette Midler’s Version of Beast Of Burden?

Bette Midler’s version of “Beast Of Burden” carries a strong message of resilience and self-assurance. Here are some interpretations:

Video Of The Day: Bette Midler – Beast Of Burden

Bette Midler’s “Beast Of Burden” performance on the Johnny Carson Show in 1983 was a memorable moment in her career.…

Formally A Harlette: Melissa Manchester Duets With Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton joins her on the majestic ballad “Midnight Blue,” which Manchester took to No. 6 on the Hot 100 in…

What’s This Song Mean, Dammit? “Everyone’s Gone To The Moon”

The song "Everyone's Gone To The Moon" by Jonathan King has been interpreted in different ways. It captures a sense of disconnection…

What’s This Song Mean, Dammit? “Moses”

The song "Moses" is like a story about a person who is going through a really tough time. The title…

Hannah Waddington Wants A Song In ‘Hocus Pocus 3’

Mother Witch Hannah Waddingham said she's very interested in reprising her role in the next Hocus Pocus movie... with a…

Buzzy Linhart Suffers Major Seizure, Recovering in Hospital – He Wrote Bette’s Signature Song – “Friends”

VVN Music Buzzy Linhart Suffers Major Seizure, Recovering in Hospital 6:52 PM -News-, Buzzy Linhart by VVN Music Multi-instrumentalist and…

Excellent Analysis By Christina Francine Of Bette Midler’s “I Think It’s Going To Rain Today”

Conversations: Creative & Inventive Christina Francine, Author & Educator Song Analysis: The Power With and Without Music in Newman’s “I…

Audio: Bette Midler – FOR FREE – Unreleased Studio Recording

Mister D: This song was written by one of Bette’s inspirations, Ms. Joni Mitchell. I believe it was recorded for…

Bette Midler On Her Father: “My father never went to see my performances. I think he saw The Rose on television, and he saw me on the Johnny Carson Show., but he just wasn’t interested. He didn’t like popular culture…

Bette Midler On Her Father: “My father never went to see my performances. I think he saw The Rose on…

What Are Your The Top 5 Favorite Songs From Bette Midler’s, A Gift Of Love CD?

What Are Your The Top 5 Favorite Songs From Bette Midler’s, A Gift Of Love CD? Favorite Waste Of Time…

2011 March Same Songs, Other Voices Up!

New Same Songs and Other Voices Music Is Up! This one features songs by Sonny and Cher, George Michael, Ben…

New Music Up In ‘Same Songs, Other Voices’

Mister D: There’s some temporary music up in “Same Songs, Other Voices” until I can build my library up again.…

New Music Up In All Jukeboxes

New music is up in all sections of Bootleg Betty early. I'm trying to get on a new schedule where…