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 Cried Myself to Sleep
Al Martino Lyrics
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I just kissed the one I love for the last time
And never have her soft lips been so sweet
She's gone away and won't be back forever
Think I'll go somewhere and cry myself to sleep
I'll go somewhere and cry myself to sleep
Not because I'm sad-because I'm weak
Think I'll go somewhere and cry myself to sleep
Just before she said "goodbye" she called me "darling"
And slowly ran her fingers down my cheek
I thought I'd die when she said she still loved me
Think I'll go somewhere and cry myself to sleep
I'll go somewhere and cry myself to sleep
Not because I'm sad-because I'm weak
I can't stand the thought of life alone without her
Think I'll go somewhere and cry myself to sleep
"Think I'll Go Somewhere And Cry Myself To Sleep" is a song about heartbreak and loss. The lyrics describe the singer's deep sorrow and desperation following the departure of his loved one. The first verse sets the scene of the heart-wrenching moment when the singer kisses his sweetheart goodbye for the last time. Despite his grief, he acknowledges the sweetness of her soft lips, which he will never feel again. The chorus expresses the singer's desire to escape from his pain by crying himself to sleep in some remote place, away from the world.
In the second verse, the singer admits that his sadness is not only due to his love's departure but also because of his own weakness. He confesses that he cannot bear the thought of living without her, indicating that he has become dependent on her love. The last stanza reveals the moment of the breakup, where the woman calls him "darling" and tells him she still loves him. This confession intensifies the singer's pain, as he realizes that despite her affection, she is still leaving him. He decides to cry himself to sleep once again, showing that he has no other way to cope with his feelings.
Overall, the song's lyrics paint a vivid portrait of heartbreak and the depth of emotions that people experience when they lose someone they love dearly. The lyrics are simple, direct, and emotional, making it a popular song among audiences who have experienced similar heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
Think I'll go somewhere and cry myself to sleep
I am going to find a place where I can weep and fall asleep due to my overwhelming emotions.
I just kissed the one I love for the last time
I just shared a kiss with the person I adore, realizing that it will be my last with them.
And never have her soft lips been so sweet
During that final kiss, I felt as though her lips were the sweetest they have ever been.
She's gone away and won't be back forever
The love of my life has left me forever without any intention of returning.
Just before she said "goodbye" she called me "darling"
Right before she left me, she referred to me as "darling" which made it even more difficult for me to move on.
And slowly ran her fingers down my cheek
She gently caressed my cheek as she was leaving, leaving me with a lingering feeling of her touch.
I thought I'd die when she said she still loved me
When she expressed that she still loved me, I was emotionally crushed as I knew there was nothing I could do to change her decision to leave.
Not because I'm sad-because I'm weak
It's not that I'm sad, it's that I'm weak and unable to handle the pain of being without her.
I can't stand the thought of life alone without her
The mere thought of living the rest of my life without her by my side is unbearable and overwhelming.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BILL ANDERSON
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