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 Essential Perry Como
Perry Como Lyrics
Better Luck Next Time "Better luck next time." That could never be Because there a…
Blue Skies Blue skies, smilin' at me Nothin' but blue skies do…
Don't Let the Stars Get in Your Eyes Don’t let the stars get in your eyes, Don’t let the…
Have I Stayed Away Too Long? Have I stayed away too long? Have I stayed away…
Hello Young Lovers Hello, young lovers, whoever you are, I hope your troubles…
Hoop-Dee-Doo Hoop-dee-doo, hoop-dee-doo I hear a polka and my troubles ar…
I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now I wonder who's kissing her now? Wonder who's teaching her…
If If they made me a king, I'd be but a…
My Heart Stood Still I took one look at you, That's all I meant to…
My Melancholy Baby Come to me my melancholy baby Cuddle up and don't be…
No Other Love No other love have I Only my love for you Only the…
Papa Loves Mambo Papa loves mambo Mama loves mambo Look at 'em sway with it,…
Roses of Picardy Roses are shining in picardy In the hush of the silvery…
Some Enchanted Evening Some enchanted evening you may see a stranger You may see…
Surrender Surrender, why don't you surrender? How long can your lips l…
They Say It's Wonderful They say that falling in love is wonderful It's wonderful,…
Zing Zing Zoom Zoom Zing zing, zoom zoom My little heart goes boom When I hear…