When it comes to music that can make us appreciate life and the world that we live in, Louis Armstrong knows how to do that. His songs can surely make you have a different feeling because of its deeper meaning. They are not only entertaining but can also touch your heart deeply. Armstrong’s songs are those that can inspire you and give the world a bigger message.

Louis Armstrong is one of the greatest musicians of all time. In fact, one of the best performances that are now available to watch online. This was his 1967 performance who serenaded the world with his mesmerizing voice and amazing blue jacket.

Just watching this legendary jazz musician will surely make you think that what a wonderful world it really is. Watching him perform is incomparable. His song “What A Wonderful World” has reached all corners of the world. And even the young generations are also familiar with this song.

But did you know that the song was not really intended for him to sing?

The song was originally offered to Tony Bennett, an American singer who is known for his standard signature song, “I Left My Heart in San Francisco.” However, Bennett turned it down. And thankfully, Armstrong said yes!

Good thing he did because his raspy voice gave this song a special uniqueness. There is no doubt that nobody could have ever come close to Armstrongs’ version. But the problem was, promoting this song was almost non-existent. This is why it was a major flop in America. However, this became a huge hit in Great Britain. The song became top of the charts for almost one month. And it didn’t take long for the song to touch the hearts of millions of people all across the globe.

And today, his song can now be heard in numerous films and television shows. There are also plenty of covers of “What A Wonderful World” in different versions that are surprisingly from the younger generation. But no matter how good these versions are, nothing can match the original.

That is why the vintage 1967 performance video on YouTube has become viral once again. It was reuploaded in 2016 and to date, now has over 36 million views and almost half a million likes!

In the video, you can see the legend in his elements. It was a short 2-minute clip but it is obvious that he was enjoying the performance. He was smiling all the way through as he sings to the music created by the band behind him. He looked so happy.

Even those who have watched the clip can say the same. One of the commenters wrote, “With all that is happening in this world, hatred, racism, the killing of the innocent, I just had to come here to listen to this. Praying for a wonderful world !!!” While other users wrote, “There’s something about him….. Like how he looks so happy singing this song….. Like he really means every word….”

Louis Armstrong’s life growing up was not easy. He lived in a very poor neighborhood nicknamed “The Battlefield.” He did not have a complete family as his dad left him after he was born. Yes, he did had a difficult life, but he teaches us through this song that life can still be wonderful.