His single "Here in My Heart" was number one in the first UK Singles Chart, published by the New Musical Express in 1952, putting him into the Guinness Book of World Records. The song stayed there for nine weeks. Al Martino has stated that Mario Lanza dropped his plans to record this song after he called Lanza in Los Angeles and explained that his own recording would be neglected if he did so.
One of the most successful Martino hits was "Spanish Eyes", achieving several gold and platinum discs for sales. Recorded in 1965, the song reached number 5 on the UK Singles Chart when re-issued in 1973. Even today, this classic by composer Bert Kaempfert (his original title for the song was "Moon Over Naples") is among the 50 most-played songs worldwide. Another hit was "Volare", (also known as "Nel blu, Dipinto di Blu"). In 1976, it reached number one on the Italian and Flemish charts, and was in the Top Ten in Spain, The Netherlands and France, as well as in many other European countries.
In the U.S., Martino had eleven top 40 hits in the Billboard pop singles chart in the 1960s and 1970s, with 1963's "I Love You Because" (#3) and 1964's "I Love You More and More Every Day" (#9) both reaching the Top Ten. He also sang the title song for the film, "Hush, Hush, Sweet Charlotte" (1964), and is credited in the end titles of the film.
Apart from singing, Martino played the role of Johnny Fontane in the 1972 film The Godfather, as well as singing the film's theme, "Speak Softly Love". He played the same role in The Godfather Part III and The Godfather Trilogy: 1901-1980. He recently returned to acting, playing aging crooner Sal Stevens in the short film "Cutout", appearing in film festivals around the world in 2006.
When an artist is able to combine several important elements -- numerous international hit records, personal charisma, and a unique vocal style -- it inevitably leads to success. Known for such hits as "Spanish Eyes" and "Can't Help Falling in Love" in the 60's, Al Martino was in the midst of beginning his second career, which had already taken off with great momentum in the European market. Since the fall of 1993, Al Martino's songs had flooded the radio and television airwaves in Germany, and he consistently had sold-out concerts throughout the continent.
He continued to play to audiences in his later years around venues in the USA. Sadly he died on the 14th October 2009.
I'll Never Find Another You
Al Martino Lyrics
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They call The Promised Land
And I'll be there some day
If you will hold my hand
I still need you there beside me
No matter what I do
For I know I′ll never find another you
For each of us they say
And you'll be my someone
For ever and a day
I could search the whole world over
Until my life is through
But I know I'll never find another you
It′s a long, long journey
So stay by my side
When I walk through the storm
You′ll be my guide, be my guide
If they gave me a fortune
My treasure would be small
I could lose it all tomorrow
And never mind at all
But if I should lose your love, dear
I don't know what I′ll do
For I know I'll never find another you
But if I should lose your love, dear
I don′t know what I'll do
For I know I′ll never find another you
The lyrics of Al Martino's song "I'll Never Find Another You" convey a message of reassurance and commitment to a loved one. The opening lines mention a "new world somewhere" often referred to as the Promised Land, offering the hope and potential of a better life, and the singer expresses his desire to be there someday with his partner, requesting the support and guidance by saying "if you will hold my hand."
The singer then acknowledges the notion that there is always someone for each person, but confidently asserts that his partner is forever and that he could search the world but could never find anyone like them. The singer describes the journey ahead as a "long, long journey" with challenges and storms, but assures his partner that they will walk through it together, with their love being his greatest treasure.
Finally, the singer admits that if he were to lose his partner, he would be lost and would have to face the prospect of never finding someone like them again. The overall message of the song is one of devotion, faithfulness, and appreciation for a special bond that the singer believes cannot be replaced.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a new world somewhere
There may be a new place where things can be different.
They call The Promised Land
They named it the Promised Land, suggesting it is a place of opportunity.
And I'll be there some day
I hope to reach that place someday.
If you will hold my hand
I want to share my journey with you.
I still need you there beside me
I want you to always be with me no matter what happens.
No matter what I do
No matter what I try or do in life,
For I know I'll never find another you
I believe there is only one person in the world who is perfect for me, and that person is you.
It's a long, long journey
The journey to finding a place that feels like the Promised Land is long and difficult.
So stay by my side
I want you to be with me through it all.
When I walk through the storm
I know there will be challenges along the way.
You'll be my guide, be my guide
I will look to you for guidance and support when things get tough.
If they gave me a fortune
Even if I become very rich,
My treasure would be small
All that wealth would be meaningless without you by my side.
I could lose it all tomorrow
I know that nothing in life is certain, and I could lose everything I have.
And never mind at all
But that wouldn't matter to me as long as I have you.
But if I should lose your love, dear
However, if I were to lose your love, my world would come crashing down.
I don't know what I'll do
I don't think I could go on without you.
For I know I'll never find another you
I believe that you are truly the only one for me, and I could never find someone else like you.
Writer(s): Tom Springfield
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