Pierino Ronald "Perry" Como (May 18, 1912 – May 12, 2001) was an Italian Am… Read Full Bio ↴Pierino Ronald "Perry" Como (May 18, 1912 – May 12, 2001) was an Italian American crooner during the 20th century. Throughout a career spanning more than half a century he recorded exclusively with the RCA Victor label after signing with them in 1943. He sold millions of records for RCA but he also pioneered a weekly musical variety television show which set the standard and proved one of the most successful in television history. His combined success on television and popular recordings has never been equalled by any other artist of the time. He was always noted for his relaxed attitude, an attitude which was reflected in his singing style. His was a beautiful voice, possessed by this former barber.
Como was also very popular in the UK. His chart successes ranged from 1953 to 1974 and included two number one's, his first hit 'Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes' in 1953 and 'Magic Moments' which stayed at the top for 8 weeks in 1958. His other big UK hits were 'Delaware' ( No 3 in 1960), ' It's Impossible' (No 4 in 1971) , 'And I Love You So' (No 3 in 1973), and 'For The Good Times' (No 7 in 1973).
As well as TV and recording success, Perry Como also made a number of films, including ' Something For The Boys' and 'Doll Face' which were released during WW2.
He died in his sleep on 12 May 2001.
Como was also very popular in the UK. His chart successes ranged from 1953 to 1974 and included two number one's, his first hit 'Don't Let The Stars Get In Your Eyes' in 1953 and 'Magic Moments' which stayed at the top for 8 weeks in 1958. His other big UK hits were 'Delaware' ( No 3 in 1960), ' It's Impossible' (No 4 in 1971) , 'And I Love You So' (No 3 in 1973), and 'For The Good Times' (No 7 in 1973).
As well as TV and recording success, Perry Como also made a number of films, including ' Something For The Boys' and 'Doll Face' which were released during WW2.
He died in his sleep on 12 May 2001.
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The Definitive Perry Como Collection, Vol. 5
Perry Como Lyrics
All Through The Day I sit alone in the golden daylight, But all I see…
Better Luck Next Time "Better luck next time." That could never be Because there a…
By The Way By the way, Wasn't that a dream last night? Seems…
For You I will gather stars out of the blue For you, for…
I Never Loved Anyone I never loved anyone, anytime, anyplace, With anything like…
I Wish We Didn't Have to Say Goodnight I wish we didn't have to say goodnight I wish…
If You Had All the World and It's Gold You can't buy the sunshine at twilight, You can't buy…
It Only Happens When I Dance With You It only happens when I dance with you, That trip…
Love Of My Life Love of my life, life of my love I used…
My Melancholy Baby Come to me my melancholy baby Cuddle up and don't be…
One More Vote Hmm Hmm Hmm ( One more vote! One more vote!…
Pianissimo The melody was played "pianissimo" The harmony was so very…
Rambling Rose Everyone knows she's a ramblin' rose She's a beauty growin'…
Roses of Picardy Roses are shining in picardy In the hush of the silvery…
That's Where I Came In You were lonely, that's where I came in I was…
Two Loves Have I Two loves have I, and they tear me apart Two loves…
What Am I Gonna Do About You? What am I gonna do about you? Didn't mind the…
When Day Is Done When day is done And shadows fall I dream of…
When Your Hair Has Turned To Silver (I will love you just the same) When your hair has…
You Can Do No Wrong You can do no wrong You're as right as the…