Disco de Robbie Williams: “Somethin' Stupid”

I stumbled across the video for this song (which is a terrific bonus feature on this disc) on VH1 while channel-surfing one day. I was immediately enthralled with it. Robbie and especially Nicole are thoroughly sweet and charming in their interpretation of the old Sinatra classic. Highly recommended for fans of Robbie, Nicole and/or mellow, adorably retro music.

Not since Gwyneth teamed up with Huey Lewis on the amazing rendition of Smokey Robinson's "Cruisin' " (DUETS) have I been so allured by a movie star's vocal ability and video acting (with the exception of Kidman's own Oscar-calibar job in MOULIN ROUGE).

The "Somethin' Stupid" video is an imperative watch (if you can catch it), and the import should be snagged ASAP! Kidman has never been so seductive on music television (VH-1 or the MTVs). She and Robbie Williams enthusiastically breathe modern and respectful life into this grooviest Frank and Nancy Sinatra hit of yesteryear.

Robbie Williams and Nicole Kidman did an excellent job on "Somethin' Stupid" which is the cover of the original duet by Frank Sinatra and Nancy Sinatra. Robbie and Nicole make this love song true to what it should be - The original version sounds more depressing to hear, and like someone mentioned, as if they didn't wanna be in the studio. This wasn't the only time, however, Robbie has borrowed from the Sinatras. Robbie Williams' hit "Millennium" borrowed heavily from Nancy Sinatra's "You Only Live Twice" - they say Robbie has a bit of James Bond in him.. Nancy's song was the theme song to one of the James Bond movies.. maybe this means something! Anyway, great job for Nicole and Robbie - I think Nicole should start singing, honestly. She has a real talent for it.

I love Sinatra, but I don't like his version of this song. It's strange. And both him and Nancy sound like they really don't want to be in that studio. Just listen to the song. It's almost depressing to hear them. This video is excellent. The actual CD is okay. If you don't want the video then I recommend not buying this, but Swing When You're Winning instead. Another good Robbie/Sinatra buy is the Mr. Bojangles single. Amazon says that it's not out until Sep 10 but I bought it at Tower Records about a month ago. (Check the site, it was a better price) But anyway, back to Somethin' Stupid. It is an excellent single, if you don't feel like paying [$$$] for the entire Swing While You're Winning album I definitely recommend buying this. Or even better buy the Live at the Albert DVD it also has the video on it and it has all of these songs plus many more. It's only [$$$] more than this single for much much more material.

nicole kidman is absolutely astounding. she surprised me in Moulin Rouge. Her voice is soft and carries very nice emotion for the lyrics she sings. she is not only a good actress, but a good singer as well...she and ribbie did a really great job by giving "something stupid" a modern and more playful interpretation.